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September 2020
Back to School Celebration and Supply Giveaway
Help support our tradition of providing Chicago's youth with school supplies on Labor Day - the day before school begins - to make sure that no child goes without the tools they need to succeed! Contact info@boxingoutnegativity.org for sponsorship or donation in kind opportunities.
Find out more »May 2021
Biking Out Negativity 2021
Our team’s annual North Lawndale Bike Ride for Peace evolved into a citywide cycling phenomenon in 2020, when more than 400 riders from across Chicago showed up for our inaugural Street Love Ride. The goal was to show the streets some love, but it was more than reciprocated as people honked their horns, raised their fists, and cheered at the ride’s positivity. We felt the love on that ride, and it deepened our belief that that our city stands strongest…
Find out more »August 2021
One Lawndale Amateur Boxing Show
Cheer on our fighters at the amateur fighting event of the year: One Lawndale: One Team, One Fight, hosted by our friends at the Chicago Youth Boxing Club!
Find out more »Street Love Ride 2021
Our team’s annual North Lawndale Bike Ride for Peace evolved into a citywide cycling phenomenon in 2020, when more than 400 riders from across Chicago showed up for our inaugural Street Love Ride. The goal was to show the streets some love, but it was more than reciprocated as people honked their horns, raised their fists, and cheered at the ride’s positivity. We felt the love on that ride, and it deepened our belief that that our city stands strongest…
Find out more »May 2022
Bike Out Negativity
Join us for our 2nd annual Bike Out Negativity! This event kicks off with a community expo with family-friendly organizations where youth and their families can learn about summer programs. The expo will be followed by a several-mile "fun ride" through North Lawndale and Little Village, concluding with child-friendly activities at the finish line!
Find out more »September 2022
Street Love Ride
Join us for our 3rd annual evening bike ride through the West side to "show the streets some love"! One city. One ride. Street Love Ride. The event will kick off with a community expo and school supply drive from 4pm - 7pm - the event is *free* but we encourage you to bring a donation of new school supplies. The ride kicks off at 7pm. See you there!
Find out more »June 2023
Father’s Day/ 3rd Annual Juneteenth “Unity in the Community” Celebration
Join us for two days of events, from 1-9pm on June 18th and 19th at 16th Street and Avers (Chicago). Sunday will feature a free carnival for the kids, and a USA-sanctioned boxing competition at 2pm; Monday will feature a free live concert with local talent.
Find out more »August 2023
4th Annual Street Love Ride
Join us as we gather in love and positivity for our 4th annual STREET LOVE RIDE!! Meet in the boulevard across from St. Agatha Church, 3147 W. Douglas Blvd., Chicago, IL for a community expo (6pm-8pm) with music and snacks. The real party kicks off at 8pm when we start our approx. 9 mile slow ride to spread joy on the West side! Light up your bike (lights, reflectors, and all things glow-in-the-dark encouraged) and spread some positive vibes! Register…
Find out more »May 2024
4th Annual Bike Out Negativity!
Join us for our 4th annual Bike Out Negativity! This event kicks off with a community expo with family-friendly activities and resources from 12pm - 3pm, along with a toy giveaway for West side families. At 3pm, the expo will be followed by an approx. 6-mile "fun ride" through North Lawndale and Little Village! Register *FREE* online to help us plan: https://bikeoutnegativity2024.eventbrite.com/ ***A limited number of FREE rider bags and Boxing Out Negativity shirts will be available for registered riders…
Find out more »June 2024
4th Annual Boxing Out Negativity Juneteenth Celebration!
Join us for two days of events, from approx. 1-9pm on Tuesday, June 18th and Wednesday, June 19th at 16th Street and Avers (Chicago)! Sunday will feature a USA-sanctioned boxing event and free carnival for the kids; Monday will feature a free live concert with local talent.
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