Trellus is a nonprofit that exists to empower immigrants, refugees, and underserved communities in Chicago to thrive by removing barriers and providing supports that create opportunities for life. 

Headquartered in West Ridge—one of Chicago’s major refugee settlement neighborhoods—we serve individuals and families representing more than 50 nations and ethnicities.

Our culturally responsive, comprehensive services include trauma-informed behavioral health counseling, case management, health education, ESL and technology classes, career training and job placement, and other supportive services. We also operate Passages Charter School, a pre-K to 8 charter school in the Andersonville neighborhood keenly focused on the needs and experience of refugee families.

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Trellus

Chris Shue

Charles Hempfiling

Michelle T. Cronin

Eric Lindstrom

The Leadership Team at Trellus guides the organization's strategic vision and operational execution to empower immigrants, refugees, and underserved communities in Chicago. Comprising the Co-CEOs, COO, President, and Vice President, the team collaborates to ensure effective program delivery, foster community partnerships, and advocate for policies that uplift marginalized populations, while steering resource allocation to support comprehensive services like behavioral health counseling, education, and job training.

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