We’re thrilled to announce the broadcast premiere of @home on WTTW-Chicago on Wednesday, December 17th at 9 p.m.!
 
It’s a wonderful feeling to share this beautiful film with friends and family throughout Chicagoland, and to use this story to raise awareness about those who are in need during the holidays. @home amplifies the power of Mark Horvath’s work and explores how social media and digital advocacy can challenge stereotypes and catalyze change for this issue, so often misunderstood and ignored.
 
To build on Mark’s model, we’re partnering with local homeless service organizations to run a social media campaign during the holiday season, using #Thankful4Home to ask folks to share why they’re thankful for a home during Thanksgiving and through the New Year. More on the campaign and how you can get involved here — and just a few examples of what people have shared so far:
 

All of this buzz around homelessness during the holiday season will provide a much-needed jumping off-point for talking about ways to help the homeless in our communities, including volunteering, advocacy, and fundraising for individuals and organizations in need.
 
So save the date (December 17th at 9 p.m.!) to tune in to WTTW-11, and join the conversation using #Thankful4Home as you head to your version of home for the holidays.
 
Safe travels!