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…

Volante del Programa 'Lightsaver' de la Oficina del Alguacil del Condado Cook. Reparación gratuita de luces automotrices para residentes del Condado Cook, incluyendo luces traseras, luces delanteras y luces de placas. Evento el 3 de septiembre de 2026, de 9:00 AM a 12:00 PM, en San Beda El Venerable, 8300 S Kostner Ave, Chicago, IL 60652. Servicios adicionales: reciclaje de aparatos electrónicos, programa de devolución de medicamentos recetados y trituración de documentos. Se requiere registro previo antes del 31 de agosto de 2026, en bit.ly/sherifflightsaver. Línea de información: 773-674-4913. La imagen muestra a un mecánico revisando el faro de un auto, además de un código QR que enlaza al registro.

Evento Lightsaver

El Consejo Distrital 008 se complace en colaborar con la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Cook para organizar un programa que ayude a las personas necesitadas a reemplazar las luces traseras, los faros o las luces de la placa de matrícula de sus vehículos. El…

Cook County Sheriff's Office 'Lightsaver' Program flyer. Free vehicle light repair for Cook County residents, covering taillights, headlights, and license plate lights. Event on September 3, 2026, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, at San Beda El Venerable, 8300 S Kostner Ave, Chicago, IL 60652. Additional services: electronics recycling, prescription drug take-back, and document shredding. Registration required by August 31, 2026, at bit.ly/sherifflightsaver. Info line: 773-674-4913. Image shows a mechanic inspecting a car headlight, plus a QR code linking to registration.

Light Save Program

District Council 008 is pleased to partner with the Cook County Sheriff’s Office to host a program to help those in need to replace their taillights, head lights, or license plate light in efforts to help with repairs as well to help address a public safety issue that…

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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