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John Herman, Executive Director of EAA and Illinois Governor Rod R Blagojevich at navy Pier working together to assist our proud Veterans of Illinois.	Chicago's Mayor Richard M Daley, 26th Ward Alderman Billy Ocasio and John Herman, Executive Director of EAA at a Christmas tree lighting ceremony in Humboldt Park. John is playing Santa and handing out candy to the kids.

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European American Association, located in the West Town area of Chicago, IL, is a not-for-profit organization, established in 1991 and obtaining 501(c)(3) status the following year . 

Mr. John Herman the Executive Director of European American Association (EAA), was born and raised in Romania.  The challenges faced by him as a limited English speaking person in his new homeland inspired a desire to ease the transition for other European Americans unfamiliar with their new country and motivated him to start an organization to help them during this difficult period.  After a short time working as a not-for-profit and seeing the need in this mixed cultural community the purpose of EAA greatly broadened.

Today we strive to maintain a consistent standard of excellence in serving all low to moderate income individuals and families of any age, nationality and gender by assisting them with their immediate requirements, encouraging self help when possible and offering moral support when ever needed. 

Our Mission

To provide programs that will assist those in need

while encouraging an independent vision.

To promote neighborhood pride

through renovation and community involvement.

To offer encouragement for all those in the community

through a positive presence.

As our motto says:

"Helping People Survive Today and Prepare for Tomorrow"

Our Programs

• Homemaker: Creating jobs while helping Seniors remain independent longer

• Food Pantry:  Feeding the hungry in our community

• Energy Assistance: Assisting low-income households to pay their utility bills

• Emergency Senior Home Repair: Assisting seniors with minor emergency home repair

• Community Gardens:  Create and maintain beautiful gardens

• Community Development: Creating jobs while renovating deteriorating properties

• Volunteer Opportunities:  we are forever in need of wonderful volunteers to help us in our efforts

Our People Make the Difference

EAA has an all volunteer Board of Directors, who reflects the cultural diversity of this wonderful city of Chicago.  As the United States itself EAA employees and volunteers include individuals and families from all parts of the world working in harmony to help those in need and for the betterment of our communities and society.

Find out What's New with EAA an it's Programs

EAA Pictures: Food Pantry Activities, CLESE Meeting,

                        Homemaker Summer Meeting, 15 Year Celebration

Contact Information

Telephone
       773-342-5868
FAX
       773-342-5533
Postal address
       2827 W. Division St. Chicago, Illinois 60622
Email:
      webmail@eaachicago.org