Folleto de la Iniciativa de Comunidades Resilientes de la Fundación IHCC que ofrece microbecas de $5,000 a pequeñas empresas elegibles de Illinois afectadas por actividades de control. Las solicitudes abren el 24 de agosto de 2026 y cierran el 14 de septiembre de 2026.

Microbeca de la Iniciativa de Comunidades Resilientes

Pequeñas empresas de las comunidades del área de Chicago: hay apoyo disponible. La Iniciativa de Comunidades Resilientes de la Fundación IHCC ofrece microbecas de $5,000 para pequeñas empresas elegibles afectadas por actividades de control. Los fondos pueden ayudar a…

Communities Initiative Micro Grant

Communities Initiative Micro Grant

Small businesses in Chicago-area communities: support is here. The IHCC Foundation’s Resilient Communities Initiative is offering $5,000 microgrants to eligible small businesses impacted by enforcement activities. Funding may help cover essential expenses such as…

CSBG Disaster Relief Assistance

The Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) is pleased to announce that households who experienced an extended power outage of two (2) consecutive days or more as a result of severe storms this summer may be eligible for one-time food assistance to help cover…

A night at the movie – Micheal

Join us for an evening of family fun featuring free food, prizes, entertainment, and an outdoor showing of the blockbuster film “Michael.” Bring the whole family on Thursday, August 20. SAINT SABINA CHURCH PARKING LOT 210 WEST 78TH PLACE Admission is free. The movie…

S.T.E.P. Forward 12-week workforce development program flyer for young people ages 16 to 24. The program, presented by Safe Places Coaching & Development in partnership with Victory M.B. Church, focuses on workforce and career readiness, employment preparation, professional and life skills, hands-on learning, individualized support, and an opportunity to earn a program stipend. The program runs September 8 through November 24, 2026, with 20 spots available. Priority enrollment is given to individuals with disabilities, Options High School students, English language learners, youth experiencing homelessness, youth in foster care, justice-involved youth, and opportunity youth who are out of school and work. A QR code is provided for registration.

S.T.E.P Forward Filot Program

Making A Difference In The Lives Of Our Youth S.T.E.P. Forward is a 12-week workforce development program for young people ages 16–24. The program will run from Tuesday, September 8 through Tuesday, November 24, 2026. Please apply. Only 20 participants will be…

COMMUNITY CLEAN-UP DRIVE 2026

Alderman David Moore is calling the 17th Ward to action — all year long. The 2026 Community Clean-Up Drive runs every 4th Saturday of the month. Pick up litter, clear vacant lots, plant flowers, and take pride in where you live. Scheduled dates:- April 25- May 23-…

HEART & SOUL FOOD PANTRY

No one in the 17th Ward goes hungry on the 2nd Saturday. New Joy Divine Full Gospel Church runs the Heart & Soul Food Pantry every second Saturday of the month — free and open to the community. Pastor Tim & Kelli Howard and the New Joy family are holding it…

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Commercial Property Tax Appeal Forum flyer for Cook County Board of Review District 3, featuring Commissioner Larry R. Rogers Jr., Alderman William Hall, Alderman Michelle Harris, Alderman David Moore, and Commissioner Stanley Moore. Event at Capital One Shinebright Community Center, 8560 South Cottage Grove Ave., Chicago, on September 15, 2026, 6–8 p.m.; QR code for registration.