Paving the Path to Homeownership for Housing Choice Voucher Holders
Since the mid-20th century, homeownership has been one of the most important vehicles for building wealth in the United States. According to research from the…
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For more than 100 years, The Chicago Community Trust has convened, supported, funded, and accelerated the work of community members and changemakers committed to strengthening the Chicago region. From building up our civic infrastructure to spearheading our response to the Great Recession, the Trust has brought our community together to face pressing challenges and seize our greatest opportunities. Today, that means confronting the racial and ethnic wealth gap.
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Keeping Families Covered
in support of the organization’s efforts to provide diapers and other basic essentials to families in need in Lake County.
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Tellin' Tales Theatre
The 25th Anniversary of Tellin' Tales Theatre will kick off on October 23 with a hybrid benefit which will feature special guests and performances.
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IL Muslim Civic Coalition
This year the State of the Coalition Brunch is a hybrid event with both in-person and virtual options hosted by the IL Muslim Civic Coalition. This event will celebrate our 2021 accomplishments and share goals for 2022.towards Civic Justice.
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YWCA Metropolitan Chicago
Leader Luncheon 2021 will honor four outstanding Chicago leaders for their commitment to advancing the YWCA's mission of eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
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SHEPHERDS HOPE LTD
Shepherd’s Hope (SH) will host an Englewood Community Day in celebration of Black History Month - a time bring the community together to share resources and services..
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Chicago Urban League
Chicago Urban League movement is meeting today’s challenges that continue to hinder racial and economic equity.
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New Covenant Community Development
This is our annual fundraiser to highlight and honor enterpreneurship and small business.
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ChiGivesBack
ChiGivesBack volunteers will lead/participate in a community service project at a Chicago Public School by painting walls, organize libraries, clean classrooms, and anything else that the school might need.