Community Engagement
Community Engagement refers to children’s and families’ sense of belonging in West Chicago, in which they are informed about and invested in contributing to the community. Throughout the year, WeGo Together for Kids actively promoted and participated in a wide range of community events created to do just that. At Blooming Fest, WGTK and Healthy West Chicago partnered on a space that shared healthy eating tips and recipes as well as a fun vegetable garden relay race. The West Chicago police department held a number of events in the summer including Touch-A-Truck, Freezer Pops from Cops and National Night Out. Many WGTK partners were present at these events to build trust with community members, share resources and have fun.
Kids refreshing with popsicles
And don’t forget the spooktacular Trunk or Treat event, where WGTK joined almost twenty other organizations in the West Chicago Library’s parking lot to create a magical atmosphere with decorations, costumes and candy. Through participation in events like these, WeGo Together for Kids continues to support the community and show West Chicago pride!
“In WeGo, if something happens you know who to call or if you don’t, start with WeGo Together for Kids and they can connect
you to the right person.”