Jeffrey H. (He/Him)

Featherfist

Jeffrey is a veteran who had no other option but to live in his car when he was faced with unthinkable living conditions from a neglectful landlord. It wasn’t until he reached out to the VA that he was aware of the resources that were available to him. He was then set up with a new apartment and came to CFB seeking furniture for him and his 6 year-old son.

“I was sleeping in my car. My building managers, they were treating me kind of bad. They kept asking for proof of billings even though I had payed. They came in and started beating up my floors, shut off my lights, shut off my heat - and it’s 33 degrees in Chicago. But, I was in the military and I hadn’t used any of my benefits since I got out. I was trying to figure out a way to get help through my contract, and that’s how I got connected to Featherfist.”

- Jeffrey H.

“I like this shelf. This is really nice. I can put all my books and military stuff on display with this.”

- Jeffrey H.

“CFB is the go-to [for our agency] because you guys are just really great. The veterans can get every single thing they need for every single room. [CFB] makes it easy, you make it fun, especially for something that might not feel like fun for some clients. Everybody’s just so welcoming.”

-Natasha, Caseworker at Featherfist

ABOUT FEATHERFIST:

For 35 years, Featherfist has brought power and purpose to the homeless community in Chicago. They go above and beyond to eliminate the cycle of homelessness by addressing the specific demands of each person or family with empathy and respect. They believe everyone should have a home, not “housing,” and the opportunity to re-enter the mainstream as a member of our society.