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We're engaging, educating, and training a new generation of active young leaders to bring sweet, sweet democracy to the masses. We're also pro-fun. Very pro-fun.

Chicago Votes Action Fund is a non-partisan, non-profit organization working at the intersection of activism, education, and politics in order to make democracy more inclusive, just, and accessible Not left or right, we're looking forward. We simply believe that democracy works better when more people participate. We're a non-partisan, pro-democracy. We have three main initiatives: Unlock Civics,

Parade to the Polls, and Give A Sh*t Chicago. Unlock Civics works at the intersection of organizing and advocacy to ensure that people impacted by the American legal system have access to their civic rights and responsibilities. This initiative includes our Cook County Jail Votes program, Civics in Prison, Court Watching, and Unlock Civics legislative platform. Parade to the Polls is one of Chicago Votes’ first initiatives. Through this program, we partner with high schools and colleges to march to the polls. It’s a celebration of voting that provides young voters with the information and confidence to vote and further develop their civic engagement. Our Give A Sh*t program challenges the status quo of what it means to engage with politics. We engage creatives and foster spaces where young people can come and have authentic conversations about issues important to us. This initiative includes our Give A Sh*t Creative Collective, Sh*t Talk conversations on IG live, and our Happy Hours.

08/21/2026

Meet the people bringing HIGH STAKES to life.🍃💨

From community organizers and advocates to cannabis voices and local vendors, we’re bringing together people who are creating space for education, culture, conversation, and community.

Swipe through to meet our guest speakers and special vendors joining us for the night.

EVERYTHING WILL BE FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED!!

📍 Healthy Hood — 2242 S. Damen Ave
📅 Friday, August 28
⏰ 6–9 PM
🎟️ Free entry with registration — RSVP link in bio.

Come roll up, roll out, and get informed. 🍃

08/17/2026

ROLL UP, ROLL OUT, AND GET INFORMED! 🍃🗳️

Chicago Votes is joining forces with and 93 Boyz for a night of civics, culture, and cannabis! We’re curating an educational community event that brings together cannabis consumers, advocates, community organizations, and creatives to learn about:
- Cannabis rights and policy education
- Voting rights and civic participation
- Voting access for formerly & current incarcerated individuals
- Cannabis legalization impacts and community conversations
- Resources available for community members
- Opportunities to get involved locally
- Cannabis products provided by various dispensaries across the city
- Exclusive Chicago Votes merch raffle
*There will be no cannabis consumed on the premises. All cannabis products provided are to be consumed off-site safely and responsibly!
📆 Friday, August 28th
📍Healthy Hood - 2242 S Damen Avenue
⏰ 6PM-9PM
🎟️ Free entry with registration. Link in bio!

08/11/2026

Stand up for justice. Stand up for community!

You’re invited to an evening of community, creativity, and connection as we write letters to people incarcerated in Illinois. Through this event, participants will learn about the Reintegration and Civic Empowerment (RACE) Act, No Representation Without Population Act, why these policies matter, and how staying connected with people inside is an important part of building a more just and representative democracy. The letters will share information about these policies, encourage civic engagement, and remind people inside prison that they have a community on the outside fighting alongside them.

This event is a collaboration between Chicago Votes and CHANGE Illinois Action Fund, bringing together community members to learn, take action, and build collective power through advocacy.

What to expect:
* Learn about the RACE Act and the No Representation Without Population Act
* Write advocacy letters
* Connect with community members and partner organizations
* Community-building and conversation
* Light refreshments

RSVP link in bio!

08/10/2026

You’re invited to join us The Fine Arts Building for Second Fridays! ⭐️

Stop by our new office and
* Explore our new space
* Sign up for events
* Connect with fellow creatives and organizers
* Learn how we’re building civic power through art, culture, and community
* And more!

Whether you’ve been rocking with Chicago Votes for years or you’re just getting to know us, we’d love to welcome you into the community!✨

🎟️ Free RSVP link in bio

07/28/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Gelli Print Workshop with Pilsen Arts & Community House ! 🎨💙

We loved seeing everyone come together to create, experiment, and connect through art. From first-time printmakers to seasoned creatives, each print reflected the unique voices and stories of our community.

A huge thank you to Pilsen Arts & Community House for collaborating with us and helping create such a welcoming, creative space.

Stay tuned for our next C-Space August 28th!

07/23/2026

⭐️ SHOW UP. SHOW OUT! ⭐️

Looking for more ways to tap in with us and make a difference in the community? Now is your chance! Chicago Votes is looking for volunteers to support our tabling and voter registration efforts at the 2026 Black Women’s Expo! ✨

🩷 Black Women’s Expo (BWE)
📆 July 31 - August 2
📍 McCormick Place North Building

Visit the link 🔗 in our bio to sign up for our flexible hourly shifts, available for the following days and times:
* Friday July 31 & Saturday August 1: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
* Sunday August 2: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

With dm of or reach out to [email protected] with questions!

07/20/2026

⭐️DESIGNERS, THIS IS YOUR SIGN.⭐️

Every year, Chicago Votes hosts and produces a fashion show through our creative collective, Give A Sh*t Chicago (GAS). GAS brings together Chicago creatives to use art, fashion, and culture to inspire civic engagement, strengthen community, and amplify young voices. Our annual fashion show celebrates Chicago-based models and designers while proving that fashion can be a powerful tool for storytelling, advocacy, and change.

Got a collection you’ve been waiting to showcase? This is your chance to bring it to the runway.

We’re looking for Chicago-based designers who are bold, innovative, and ready to use fashion as a form of self-expression and civic engagement. Whether you’re an emerging designer or already building your brand, we want to see your work.

🧵 Showcase your collection
📍 Chicago-based designers only
🗓️ Applications close August 3rd
⚠️Filling out the designer form is mandatory (link in bio)

07/13/2026

🚨 MODEL CASTING CALL IS NOW OPEN! ⭐

Every year, Chicago Votes hosts and produces a fashion show through our creative collective, Give A Sh*t Chicago (GAS). GAS brings together Chicago creatives to use art, fashion, and culture to inspire civic engagement, strengthen community, and amplify young voices. Our annual fashion show celebrates Chicago-based models and designers while proving that fashion can be a powerful tool for storytelling, advocacy, and change.

Now we’re looking for bold, confident, and expressive models to walk in this year’s show! Whether it’s your first runway or your tenth, we want to see your confidence, personality, and presence.

✨ We welcome models of all backgrounds, sizes, genders, and experience levels.

📍 Casting Location:
The location will be included when our production team sends out the email informing candidates of the date and time for their casting slot.

📅 Casting Dates:
• Thursday, July 23 | 6:00–8:00 PM
• Sunday, July 26 | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM

⚠️ Before attending casting, you MUST complete the Model Casting Google Form (link in bio). Completing the application is required to secure your casting opportunity.

We’ll see you at casting. ❤️⭐

07/07/2026

NEW SPACE. SAME MISSION. BIGGER IMPACT.

We’re opening the doors to our new home in the historic Fine Arts Building, and you’re invited!

Join us during Second Fridays for the Chicago Votes Office Grand Re-Opening. Stop by to explore our new space, meet the team, connect with fellow creatives and organizers, and learn how we’re building civic power through art, culture, and community.

Whether you’ve been rocking with Chicago Votes for years or you’re just getting to know us, we’d love to welcome you in!✨

07/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our C-Space Open Mic Night in collaboration with studioSHAPES ! It was an incredible evening of poetry, music, storytelling, and conversation that reminded us just how powerful creative spaces can be.

A huge thank you to Studio Shapes, all of our featured performers, open mic participants, volunteers, and everyone who came out to support. We can’t wait to keep building spaces where creativity and community come together.

✨ Missed this C-Space? No worries!

Join us for our next C-Space on Tuesday, July 7, where we’re partnering with Pilsen Arts & Community House (PACH) for a Gelli Print Workshop. Come create with us, connect with community, and explore how art can inspire change.

🎟 RSVP through the link in our bio.

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