Veterans and disabled individuals in supportive community setting
Warmly lit Veterans' Home entrance at sunset with an American flag and welcoming signage.
Diverse group of veterans and disabled individuals in a community center engaging in supportive activities.

Founded on passion. Built to serve.

Lataura Johnson created Peacefulight NFP to empower veterans and disabled individuals with housing, care, and opportunity.

Our history

From vision to impact Serving Chicago since 2019

Peacefulight NFP was founded in 2019 with a clear mission: to provide dignified support and real opportunity for veterans and disabled individuals across Chicago. What started as a dedicated commitment has grown into comprehensive programs that address housing, care coordination, and workforce development.

Our team

Meet the people serving Chicago's veterans

Dedicated professionals committed to providing supportive housing, care coordination, and community resources for veterans and disabled individuals.

Lataura Johnson

Founder and Executive Director

Lataura Johnson

Lataura founded Peacefulight NFP in 2019 with a mission to serve Chicago's veterans and disabled individuals through supportive housing and comprehensive care coordination.

Marcus Torres

Care Coordination Specialist

Marcus Torres

Marcus helps veterans navigate housing, benefits, and community resources. He brings hands-on experience connecting clients with essential support services.

Our approach

Comprehensive care coordination for veterans and disabled individuals

PEACEFULIGHT NFP's care coordination services connect you with housing support, community resources, and workforce development tailored to your needs.

01

Housing support

Access safe, affordable housing options designed specifically for veterans and disabled individuals in Chicago.

02

Care navigation

Our team helps you connect with medical, mental health, and community resources available in your area.

03

Workforce development

Build job skills and find employment opportunities that match your abilities and career goals.

04

Community connection

Join peer support networks and community programs that help you rebuild stability and confidence.

05

Personalized planning

Work with our team to create a customized support plan that addresses your unique circumstances and goals.

Our team speaks

Why our staff chooses Peacefulight

Hear directly from the people behind Peacefulight NFP about their commitment to serving veterans and disabled individuals in Chicago.

Working at Peacefulight NFP means showing up every day knowing we're changing lives. The mission to support veterans and disabled individuals in Chicago drives everything we do here.

Lataura Johnson, Founder and Executive Director

Lataura Johnson

Founder and Executive Director

What makes Peacefulight different is the personal touch. We don't just provide housing or resources—we build genuine relationships with the people we serve and help them move forward.

Peacefulight NFP Care Coordinator

Staff member

Care Coordinator

I'm proud to work for an organization that truly understands the challenges veterans and disabled individuals face. We listen, we adapt, and we show up for our community in Chicago.

Peacefulight NFP Community Resources Specialist

Staff member

Community Resources Specialist

The impact we create together is real. Seeing someone move into stable housing or find meaningful work reminds me why this work matters so much to all of us at Peacefulight.

Peacefulight NFP Workforce Development Coordinator

Staff member

Workforce Development Coordinator

Help us serve veterans and disabled individuals

Peacefulight NFP is growing. We're looking for passionate professionals to join our team and make a direct impact in Chicago.