HEAL Hits the Airwaves!

Sep 12, 2015 | Benefit

In a whirlwind of activity, Home To Enhance African Life (HEAL) has spread the word of its mission to ever-growing audiences over recent days and weeks.  From radio guest appearances to our Annual Benefit, HEAL is making waves! HEAL with Uju Ekeocha on “A Closer...

2015 Benefit: Fighting Through Poverty

Sep 11, 2015 | Benefit, Benefit Archive

2015 Benefit: Fighting Through Poverty Our 2015 Annual Benefit took place at the home of Don Brayer and Patricia Rotchford in Northbrook, IL. We thank Don and Patricia for their generous hospitality in opening their home to HEAL and our guests! Obianuju Ekeocha of...

Deacon Leo Proclaims HEAL in Chicago

Aug 27, 2015 | Benefit, Leo

It was a busy first week since Deacon Leo Okonkwo arrived in Chicago on August 15th! This past weekend, on August 23rd, at St. Norbert Parish in Northbrook, he preached on the origin and mission of HEAL for the Archdiocese of Chicago Mission Appeal. Deacon Leo speaks...

Announcing the 2nd Annual 2015 HEAL Benefit

Jul 24, 2015 | Benefit

We are excited to announce the 2nd Annual HEAL Benefit, which will be held on September 2nd. We have set up a new ‘Events’ category in our main menu where you can find the event and see photos of past benefits. Please follow this link to make your...

Host a Musical Meal for HEAL!

Nov 18, 2014 | Benefit

I heard an old slogan once that said, “First, raise friends.  Then, raise funds.”  HEAL is about friendship with our supporters before it is about anything else.  Before telling our friends what we need, we want to know how they can best help us in terms of their own...

1st HEAL Benefit a Success!

Nov 10, 2014 | Benefit

 Last Wednesday evening, the 1st HEAL Benefit took place at Blue Star Bistro and Wine Bar in Chicago.  A wonderful evening was had by all as the spirituality and mission of HEAL was presented to over 50 attendees! Vice President and founder of HEAL, Leo Okonkwo, spoke...