COMMUNITY

Community Engagement

Beyond real estate transactions, we're deeply involved in volunteer work and supporting local nonprofits across Chicago's North Side.

COMMUNITY

Community Engagement

Beyond real estate transactions, we're deeply involved in volunteer work and supporting local nonprofits across Chicago's North Side.

OUR COMMITMENT

Rooted in Service

Community work at HarringtonBrown is personal. Our family has deep roots in the neighborhoods we serve—neighborhoods where we live and work ourselves.

Our community engagement isn’t a marketing strategy—it’s core to who we are. We serve on nonprofit boards, volunteer our time and expertise, and use our real estate experience to help organizations navigate complex facilities decisions. Every effort reflects the same goal: strengthening our neighborhoods for generations to come.

Support Mission-Driven Partners

Helping nonprofits and community-focused groups secure spaces that advance their work.

Strengthen local businesses

Working with small business owners who bring character, vibrancy, and jobs to their blocks.

Amplify neighborhood stories

Sharing uplifting work happening across Chicago to build connection and visibility.

WHAT WE DO

Community Engagements

We contribute to our communities in multiple ways—from direct partnerships to volunteer leadership.

Nonprofit Partnerships

We work directly with community organizations on their real estate challenges and opportunities.

Strategic facilities planning

Below-market financing

Development partnerships

Pro-bono consulting

Local Business Support

We help preserve neighborhood character by supporting local businesses and entrepreneurs.

Flexible lease structures

Tenant improvement support

Long-term partnership focus

Community business networks

Board Service

We serve in leadership positions with community organizations, contributing expertise and networks.

Board governance & strategy

Fundraising support

Community connections

Real estate experience

OUR WORK

Community Highlights

Community

Common Pantry

Chicago, IL

David served as a Board Member of Common Pantry for over 21 years (2002–2023), supporting the organization’s long-standing mission to address food insecurity and provide critical community services across Chicago.

Community

Community

Common Pantry

Chicago, IL

Community

Common Pantry

Chicago, IL

Community

Epiphany United Church of Christ

Chicago, IL

David served as a Board Member of Epiphany United Church of Christ for six years (2004–2010), contributing to the church’s role as a community anchor and center for service and engagement.

Community

Community

Epiphany United Church of Christ

Chicago, IL

David served as a Board Member of Epiphany United Church of Christ for six years (2004–2010), contributing to the church’s role as a community anchor and center for service and engagement.

Community

Epiphany United Church of Christ

Chicago, IL

David served as a Board Member of Epiphany United Church of Christ for six years (2004–2010), contributing to the church’s role as a community anchor and center for service and engagement.

Community

Rogers Park Montessori School

Chicago, IL

David served as a Board Member of Rogers Park Montessori School for nearly six years (2010–2016), helping support the school’s educational mission and long-term stability within the Rogers Park community.

Community

Community

Rogers Park Montessori School

Chicago, IL

Community

Rogers Park Montessori School

Chicago, IL

Community

St. Paul's United Church of Christ

Chicago, IL

David has served as Project Manager for St. Paul’s UCC since May 2023, overseeing the church’s Migrant Housing Program, which provides housing and support for immigrant families newly arriving in Chicago.