“A PLACE WHERE PEOPLE GIVE A HOOT!”
Support – Empower – Unite
The Hub is a SELF-FUNDED, 501(c)3 NONPROFIT YOUTH & COMMUNITY EMERGENCY AND DISASTER RELIEF ORGANIZATION. We are OPERATED BY 100% VOLUNTEERS, ensuring that 100% of the monetary donations we receive from our generous donors go directly back into the communities we serve."
WHOO Cares About Those In Need?
You Do!
That’s WHOO!
A Community Wh00 Cares, Starts with You!
The BCA Hub Youth & Resource Center is a grassroots SELF-FUNDED 501(C)3 nonprofit organization founded by Tricia Ponicki.
The Hub is 100% VOLUNTEER-BASED, KID-LEAD, and ADULT SUPERVISED.
Our Lead Hub Angel
The BCA Hub was founded in 2018 by Tricia Ponicki, and she is a valuable member of the communities she serves throughout Illinois and beyond State Lines.
Before The Hub was hatched in 2018, Tricia was well-known as Ponicki’s Angels for 16 years. Tricia has put over 50,000 volunteer hours into her missions for nearly 20 years; she was awarded the Point of Light National Volunteer in 2019 and The Thermos Brands Unsung Heroin in 2015. She is also a Girl Scout Leader, a CCD teacher for the past 18 years, School Board Member, and Realtor. For almost 20 years, Tricia has been a Passionate and One Dedicated Advocate for our Houseless Men, Women, Children, Domestic Violence Victims, the Elderly, the Physically Challenged, and the Sick.
A Little More Magical Information About Mrs. Ponicki- If you haven't already met her, prepare for a quick charge of good vibes and high energy! Mrs. Ponicki is a mother to 4 incredible kids of all age groups and has taught children and young adults for over 18 years. She is certified to work with children and adults in many areas and has her monthly background checks through the Red Cross, FEMA, and Points of Light. Her passion for seeing children accept themselves for who they are and believe in themselves first is magical. Mrs. Ponicki is a little boho-chic woman with big dreams and wildly creative with a whimsical imagination. We believe she is filled with tons of pixie dust, and yes, she is extremely hard to catch and keep up with. Still, when you meet her, she is like pure sunshine on the cloudiest days, so be sure to enjoy her presence, and soak up her sunshine, because she is one Awesome Woman who leaves a little sparkle of hope in everyone's eyes. Mrs. Ponicki is definitely one Hub Angel you truly want to know and love.
We Are Here Because We give a Hoot
"Those in need" is so often misunderstood. So many people and families with children who seek our services have a house, a car, and a job; however, food and other necessities are insecure because other bills or life situations take priority. Our mission as Hub Angels is to help ANYONE in need and do it with unconditional love, compassion, and positive vibes. EVERYONE is welcome at The Hub, no matter their current life situation. If there is a need, our number one goal is to fill that need. Suppose the requested assistance is beyond the services we provide. We will always outsource our guests to organizations that can better serve them.
Hub Kids
The BCA Hub's Youth & Resource Center is led by kids and supervised by adults. Mrs. Ponicki believes that allowing children of any age to be creative, imaginative, and expressive with their thoughts and passions without discouragement builds their confidence and creates opportunities for them to discover their inner talents, desires, and adventures in life. Additionally, teaching these skills at a young age makes the children feel involved, empowered, part of a team, and, in some aspects, part of a loving family.
At The Hub, Tricia provides children with the opportunity to learn leadership, job, and life skills. This, in turn, builds a future full of adults who will continue their mission to positively impact the next generation and help break the cycles of homelessness, school dropouts, and negative outcomes.
Allowing the Hub Kids to create and lead their projects enables our youth to learn leadership skills, build confidence, understand teamwork, and become valuable assets to the future.
The Hub’s Emergency Response Priorities
Our top priority is to respond swiftly and effectively to emergencies, ensuring the safety and well-being of our children and community members before, during, and after any disaster.
Violence. Poverty. Homelessness.
These urgent issues demand immediate action to protect our youth and families.
The Hub Angel's mission is to be there—wherever and whenever we are needed most, providing compassionate support and essential resources to help individuals navigate and recover from crises.
Beautiful Disaster Emergency Response Team
We are proud to integrate the Beautiful Disaster Emergency Response Team into our mission. This dedicated team enhances our ability to address and manage emergencies efficiently and empathetically.
Since 2018, The BCA Hub has been a beacon of hope and a source of opportunity for community members throughout Illinois, regardless of age. Thousands of youth, families, and individuals have found support and healing through The BCA Hub Youth & Resource Programs. We proudly call this our Good Vibe Tribe.
The BCA Hub, in collaboration with the Beautiful Disaster Emergency Response Team, is dedicated to offering comprehensive resources, services, activities, and programs to youth aged 0-25, families, senior citizens, and displaced individuals. We do this without regard to religious beliefs, race, age, color, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, identity, or disability.
Our approach focuses on three critical phases of emergency response:
1. Preparedness: We equip our community with the knowledge and tools to anticipate and prepare for emergencies. This includes educational programs, emergency planning workshops, and resource distribution to ensure everyone is ready for potential crises.
2. Response: During an emergency, our Beautiful Disaster Emergency Response Team acts swiftly to provide immediate assistance. Our team is on the ground, offering essential supplies, shelter, medical care, and emotional support to those affected, ensuring their safety and well-being.
3. Recovery: After an emergency, we help individuals and families rebuild their lives. Our recovery programs include ongoing support services, counseling, job training, and housing assistance to promote long-term stability and resilience.
By focusing on these priorities and leveraging the expertise of the Beautiful Disaster Emergency Response Team, The BCA Hub ensures that our community is not only prepared for emergencies but also supported throughout the entire process of recovery and rebuilding. We are committed to being a reliable and compassionate partner in times of need, helping to create a stronger, more resilient community for all.
We are here in times of crisis for you.
If you are experiencing a crisis and are in need of food, clothing, diapers, baby gear, household items, or just need someone to talk to, we are here to help.
Please email our Hub Angels at HUBANGELS@THEBCAHUB.ORG and provide your: Name, Phone Number, and STATE Your Emergency.
OUR PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO ASSIST THOSE IN A TRUE STATE OF EMERGENCY. For example but not limited to: A house fire, domestic violence, or natural disaster.
Emergency Response
Ready to take the next step? You can earn you wings and become a contributor to our cause, or participate yourself.
BECOME A HUB ANGEL TODAY!
Help Us Grow so we can Open The Doors
To a new center and continue to Do Great Things!
Building Our Future on Positive Vibes
Our ultimate goal is to empower our community's youth, individuals, and families.
The BCA Hub Youth and Resource Center supports our communities in many ways, including offering social, cultural, educational, and recreational activities, food, clothes, toiletries, diapers, and formula to our community members.
OUR MISSION
Mission Statement:
At the Beautiful Disaster Emergency Response Center, our mission is to be a beacon of hope and support for the youth during their most challenging moments. We are committed to equipping young individuals with the tools and resilience needed to navigate life's unexpected storms. Through compassionate guidance, education, and community outreach, we strive to empower them to transform adversity into strength, chaos into growth, and disaster into opportunity. Our goal is to foster a generation of young leaders who not only weather life's storms but emerge from them as beacons of resilience and positive change. Together, we believe that even in the darkest moments, the beauty of transformation can shine THROUGH
*Disclosure: The BCA Hub is an independent organization and is not endorsed by, directly affiliated with, maintained, authorized, or sponsored by any church organizations, government officials, or governing entities. All community services provided by The BCA Hub are made possible through the dedication of our members and sponsors. The use of any trade name or trademark is for identification and reference purposes only, and it does not imply any association with the trademark holder of its product brand and services. Together, we can make a difference!
CHECK OUT SOME OF OUR PAST EVENTS BELOW
THANK YOU TO OUR LOCAL HOME DEPOT IN DARIN FOR THEIR GENEROUS SURPRISE DONATION OF $500 FOR THE HUB KIDS TO USE ON THEIR COMMUNITY PROJECTS!
OUR HUB KIDS LOVE Home Depot!
OUR HUB FAMILIES LOVE JASON’S DELI!
THANK YOU TO OUR LOCAL JASON’S DELI FOR PARTICIPATING IN OUR COMMUNITY EASTER EVENT AND DONATING KIDS MEAL GIFT CERTIFICATES TO OUR HUB KIDS.
OUR HUB FAMILIES LOVE
SLICE FACTORY!
THANK YOU SLICE FACTORY FOR YOUR AWESOMENESS AND GENEROUS DONATION OF $307 FROM YOUR GRAND OPENING EVENT IN BURBANK, IL!
THANK YOU RAISING CANE’S CHICKEN FINGERS FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT WITH THE BCA HUB AND FOR MAKING SURE OUR HUB CHILDREN AND OUR DISPLACED ANGELS HAD A WARM MEAL!
OUR HUB KIDS
LOVE RAISING CANE’S
THANK YOU TO SHARE OUR SPARE WE WERE ABLE TO HOST OUR OH BABY! EVENT WITH DIAPERS, FORMULA, BABY SHAMPOO, AND BLANKETS.
WE ARE GRATEFUL FOR SHARE OUR SPARE!
THANK YOU, HAWK FORD IN OAK LAWN FOR BELIEVING IN OUR MISSION AND THE GOOD DEEDS WE DO!
6100 W. 95TH STREET, OAK LAWN, IL 60453
https://www.hawkfordoaklawn.com
The HUB ANGELS LOVE HAWK FORD!
SHE BELIEVED SHE COULD AND SO SHE DID!
UP COMING EVENTS
