Charting for Success offers many opportunities to East Chicago students
The Charting for Success program at Communities in Schools of Lake County gives East Chicago students who plan to attend college the opportunity to have experiences like [...]
Bethany Retreat House to close its doors after 25 years of service
The Bethany Retreat House in East Chicago has helped thousands of visitors to find peace and relaxation through solitude, prayer, and meditation over the past 25 years. [...]
Original FEC scholarship recipient reflects on her journey
Earlier this month, the Foundations of East Chicago (FEC) celebrated its 20th annual scholarship award reception. Nearly 100 students were awarded a combined $1 million in scholarship [...]
Charting for Success helps East Chicago students to achieve greatness in college
With 70% of today’s jobs requiring a college degree, college readiness programs are popping up all over the country. The Charting for Success program at Communities in [...]
Bethany Retreat House provided peace to East Chicagoans for 25 years
Bethany Retreat House was a nonprofit program that was a ministry of the Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ. The program served as a quiet place for adults [...]
Scholarship recipient remains connected to FEC from youth through adulthood
Each year, many East Chicago students receive Foundations of East Chicago (FEC) scholarships for college. However, far fewer East Chicagoans have connected to the organization in the [...]