Equal Hope isn’t just a name—it’s our unwavering commitment to health and reproductive justice in West Garfield Park. We believe that everyone deserves equal access to high-quality care and an equal voice in shaping their future.
Equal Access
We’re bringing essential health services directly to our community:
Equal Voice
Our grassroots advocacy model empowers local voices:
Equal Care
Our research arm ensures community-driven health improvements:
At Equal Hope, we’re not just providing services—we’re building a foundation for lasting change in West Garfield Park. Join us in creating a future where health equity is a reality for all. The Sankofa Village Wellness Center is a series of interconnected capital projects and social enterprises along the Madison- Pulaski commercial corridor that will create trusted, safe, comfortable, community -informed and owned, culturally-empowering spaces and services aimed at improving community well-being, wealth and, over time, elevating life expectancy.
Invest in the Sankofa Village Wellness Center or the Wellness Center’s capital needs by contacting Dr. Paris Thomas, Chief Executive Officer of Equal Hope at paris_thomas@rush.edu or 1 (312) 942-4182.
Contact Leilani Lacson-Soltysiak for marketing or PR inquiries at: leilani_l_lacson@rush.edu
The Sankofa Wellness Village consists of interconnected capital and social investments along the Madison Pulaski commercial corridor that will create opportunities for West Garfield Park residents of all ages to have access to health, wellness and recreation services, along with finance, entrepreneur support, business development, and access to healthy food and the arts.
300 South Ashland Avenue
Suite 202, Chicago, IL 60607
1 (312) 942-4182
contact@equalhope.org
Mon-Fri: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Equal Hope provides free breast and reproductive cancer services and resources to uninsured and underinsured people in need.