The Second Death of Jane Addams
Filed under: Education, Society and Economy
On January 19, 2012 a spokesperson for the Jane Addams Hull House Association announced the closing of the remaining 3 Hull House community centers that are the legacy of Jane Addams.
“During these challenging times, we have remained committed to the mission established by Jane Addams more than 120 years ago,” said Board chairman Stephen Saunders. “Now, our goal is to ensure the families and individuals we serve continue to have access to the services they need. This was a very difficult decision, but it was the responsible thing to do.” from the Associated Press.
The Jane Addams Hull House Association cited financial problems as the main reason for the proposed closing. Donations and government support has dwindled even though the need for its services has grown. Approximately 60,000 children, families and community organizations make use of it every year. Its annual budget is estimated at about 20 million dollars. It is scheduled to close its doors in the spring . Read more