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West Town Mutual Aid

West Town Mutual Aid is a Chicago volunteering group in Ukrainian Village, Bucktown, Wicker Park, and surrounding areas.

West Town Mutual Aid is an all-volunteer, grassroots group operating in Chicago, specifically serving Ukrainian Village, Bucktown, Wicker Park, and the surrounding areas. The organization formed in March 2020 with the primary goal of supporting one another during the Covid-19 pandemic. West Town Mutual Aid operates on a philosophy of solidarity rather than charity, emphasizing mutual support among neighbors. The group provides two main avenues for community support: they collect funds to redistribute within the neighborhood through direct cash assistance and supply deliveries, and they collaborate with a citywide coalition of mutual aid groups known as CFSC to rescue and redistribute food to families in their area. Residents who need assistance or wish to become involved are encouraged to reach out to learn more and get connected. The group invites individuals to fill out their Volunteer Form to begin participating in their efforts to build community together through direct action and shared resources.

Location & Schedule

Frequency
Weekly

The community

Members
~50 members
Level
All levels
Age range
All ages
Language
English

Joining

Participation fee
Free
Membership
Fill out our Volunteer Form to get started
Founded
2020
History
The group formed in March 2020 to help support one another during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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2026-10-27
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