Welcome To The Sonya Foundation

Our Non-Profit Social Services in Chicago

Mission Statement

The SONYA Foundation strengthens families in West Garfield Park and Austin by providing resources, education, and supportive programs that promote stability, growth, and opportunity. We are committed to preserving family legacies while fostering development that empowers future generations to ...

A Message From Our Founder

In Loving Memory of Sonya Lamont McDonald

The SONYA Foundation was created in honor of my mother, Sonya Lamont McDonald — a woman whose life was defined by service, compassion, and community. She had a heart for people and never hesitated to feed, nurture, and uplift those around her. Whether it was a neighbor in ...

We Are Here For You

We endeavor to reach out to as many people as we can serve. To do this, we take great strides to ensure our staff are well-trained and provide help through meaningful activities that will improve the life quality of those in need and empower them to better themselves. We encourage volunteering for those who also ...