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Meeting You Where You Are. Helping You Get Where You Want to Be.

Healing Through Creative Expression

Through writing, theater, and community, we provide a space for healing, growth, and connection.

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Our Story

The Reason We Exist

At Where We Meet, Inc., we believe in the power of creativity, connection, and community to support healing and personal growth. We provide a safe space for women, veterans, trauma survivors, and community members—using writing, theater, and shared experiences to foster resilience and self-expression.

Through workshops, events, and storytelling, we meet people where they are—helping them get where they want to be.

Our Approach

Our Core Initiatives

Four connected programs that help veterans, women, and trauma survivors heal, connect, and thrive.

01

Theatre and Arts for Healing

At Where We Meet, Inc., we believe in the power of storytelling and performance to heal. Our writing and theater workshops provide a safe space for women, veterans, trauma survivors, and community members to express their emotions, process experiences, and build resilience. Through guided exercises, participants gain confidence, find their voice, and connect with others on a similar journey.

02

Mental Health Support

Healing happens in community. We host coffee chats, social gatherings, and special events designed to foster meaningful connections and provide emotional support. Whether it’s a casual conversation over coffee, a meet up at the theatre or movie night at the VFW, we create spaces where people feel seen, heard, and supported. Additionally, we offer mental health resources to help individuals navigate their personal growth and wellness journey.

03

Community Engagement

Everyone’s story matters. Through live performances, writing workshops, storytelling opportunities, and creative advocacy, we empower individuals to share their experiences in impactful ways. Whether stepping onto a stage or sharing their work in a group setting, participants gain confidence, reclaim their narratives, and inspire others in the process.

04

Sustainable Impact & Fundraising

Our mission thrives on community support. Through fundraising events, donor contributions, and strategic partnerships, we ensure that our programs remain accessible and impactful. Every donation and sponsorship directly supports workshops, events, and resources that help individuals heal and grow. Together, we can create lasting change.

Our Partners

Partnerships for Impact

We work alongside trusted veteran and community organizations to expand access to creative healing across Chicago's South Side.

Southside Strong Veterans Coalition

Benjamin O. Davis VFW Post 311

Richton Park Vet Center

Chicago Community Arts Collective

Turning Connection Into Action

Theatre and Arts for Healing

Creative workshops using performance and storytelling to help women, veterans, and survivors process trauma and build emotional resilience.

Healing Conversations

Guided mental health discussions and advocacy initiatives designed to support suicide prevention and personal growth awareness.

Veterans Coffee Chats

A twice-monthly social gathering for veterans and their families to share tools for everyday life and foster meaningful community connections.

Community Outreach

Connecting directly with community neighborhoods to provide accessible, culturally responsive healing resources and mentorship.

Storytelling Workshops

Empowering individuals to reclaim their personal narratives through writing exercises and live advocacy performance opportunities.

Sustainable Impact & Fundraising

Our mission thrives on community support. Through fundraising events, donor contributions, and strategic partnerships, we ensure that our programs remain accessible and impactful.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

  • Southside Strong Veterans Coffee Chat at Benjamin O. Davis VFW Post 311
    Southside Strong Veterans Coffee Chat at Benjamin O. Davis VFW Post 311
    Nov 13, 2026, 7:00 PM – Dec 08, 2028, 11:00 PM
    22341 Governors Hwy, 22341 Governors Hwy, Richton Park, IL 60471, USA
    The Benjamin O. Davis VFW Post 311 Hosts a SSVC Veterans Coffee Chat twice a month. Where Veterans, Spouses, Loved Ones and Advocates join in sharing and providing tools for everyday life. There is no dress code or requirement to join. Just be present.
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  • Southside Strong Veterans Coffee Chat at the Richton Park Vet Center (1)
    Southside Strong Veterans Coffee Chat at the Richton Park Vet Center (1)
    Dec 02, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    4511 Sauk Trail, 4511 Sauk Trail, Richton Park, IL 60471, USA
    This is an event for Veterans Only. Join the Richton Park Vet Center for discussion, programs and fun.
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  • Southside Strong Veterans Coalition Monthly Meeting
    Southside Strong Veterans Coalition Monthly Meeting
    Dec 14, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
    Zoom
    This is a monthly meeting of the minds for those interested in joining the Southside Strong Veterans Coalition. RSVP or information and invites to all events.
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Support the Mission

Your contribution makes a huge difference. Every donation directly funds our creative writing and theater workshops, ensuring healing resources remain accessible to all.

Help Us Grow

There are two ways to stand with veterans and trauma survivors on their path to healing.

Join the Community

Share your voice and skills. We are always looking for volunteers and partners to help grow our community-centered initiatives.

There's a Place for You Here

Whether you're seeking healing, looking to volunteer, or ready to support our mission, we'd love to hear from you.

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