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…
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…
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.
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This request to CCT is for continued partnership with Local Initiatives Support Corporation on the Chicago Neighborhood Development Awards (CNDA). LISC respectfully requests the Chicago Community Trust’s renewed support of $25,000 to sponsor “The Chicago Community Trust Outstanding Community Plan Award” to be presented at CNDA. The winner of the award in 2023 will be selected through a competitive application process led by cross-sector representatives from the city's community development industry. The CNDA event where the award will be presented along with other sponsored awards will be held in June of 2023 – date and location are being finalized now. LISC will consult with CCT on the date before finalizing.
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Revitalize Communities will design and develop the 11,400 sf site located at 222-229 E 79th St. in the Chatham neighborhood. The Equitable Transit Oriented Development site is located along the CTA bus route 79 and 0.4 miles away from the 79th Red Line station. The proposed development will be new construction on a vacant lot. The mixed-use development will consist of approximately 43 residential units and commercial space. The residential units will contain a mix of 1, and 2. The building will provide approximately 3,500 SF of commercial space. Probable tenants for the commercial space are a food service provider, financial service center, or other community benefiting tenants who will bring jobs to Chatham. This development will be the first phase of planned development for the northside 200 East Block of 79th Street.
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Back of the Yards / New City