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.
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Golden Street, LLC
We have a space Downtown Chicago with youth programs. We will be working with youth from ages 6 and up. We invite families to join us to create in our community space on 55 E Randolph, in the Chicago Pedway.
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Jackson Park Golf Association
The Jackson Park Golf Association is hosting a clinic for 100 children ages 13-18 at the South Shore Cultural Center on Saturday, May 27, 2023. The clinic will cover golf skills, mental wellness, and careers in the golf industry. On Monday, May 29, 2023, we are also traveling on a 55-passenger bus to TPC Deere Run in Silvis, IL to watch and meet professional golfers playing in the APGA (Advocate Professional Golf Association) Tour. The trip is open to a total of 50 children, men and women. We are providing lunch and will be at the tournament for 6-8 hours. In June, we will employ 5 caddies ages 13- 17 that completed our 6-week caddy training program and pay them $30 base pay per round to caddy for leagues, clubs, and individuals that play Jackson Park.
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True Believers Community Connections
TBCC plans to utilize an additional $4,945 for materials and supplies for youth to participate in upcoming community outreach and engagement activities to be informed about available resources, learn life skills, and practice interacting and engaging with other students, the Chicago Police Department, elected officials, other youth-serving organizations, and local residents. Funds would include t-shirts, food/snacks, incentives, transportation, marketing, flyers, and brochures for the following events/activities: Thursday, May 25th ~ GAGDC: Health Fair on the Block Friday, May 26th ~ 06th District CPD Faith in Action Saturday, May 27th ~ Workforce Development Training Monday, May 29th ~ 17th Ward: Southside Memorial Day Parade Saturday, June 3rd ~ Hoop Hard or Get off the Court Saturday, June 3rd ~ TBCC: Community Breakfast Meeting Saturday, June 10th ~ Hoop Hard or Get Off the Court: Balling for Peace Basketball Tournament Saturday, June 17th ~ Mr. Dad’s Father’s Club: Father’s March Saturday, June 24th ~ Think Outside Tha Block: Roll-N-Peace Monday, June 26th ~ TBCC: StayLIT STEM Summer Camp Orientation
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SERVING PEOPLE WITH A MISSION
Serving People with a Mission, SPM, is a youth-led, non-profit organization based in Chicago, Illinois, specializing in professional development education and community service. SPM’s unprecedented holistic form of leadership has proved to be effective in two high schools thus far, and the organization has its sights set on executing two additional program iterations in the upcoming fiscal year. SPM is seeking financial support for its Hand-n-Hand Leadership Program to expand its reach in an effort to uplift more of Chicago’s underserved teenage youth. The Chicago Community Trust’s financial assistance will help make that goal possible and act as a foundation on which SPM and the Trust will build a long-term relationship.
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The Chicago Community Trust
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8000 Constance Block Club Association
We The Constance Block Club Association Plan on having a weekend basketball tournament with young men and women along with Gaming, arts and crafts, along with a block wide BBQ.
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GS Youth Community Development Organization NFP
Geek Squad Elite is a non for profit youth basketball organization serving the Southside of Chicago, Illinois. According to statistics, 4.6 million children have access to loaded and unlocked guns. In the City of Chicago, this reality is even more pronounced. To be a change agent and to make the City of Chicago a safer place to live, Geek Squad Elite offers an intentional space for school-age boys to develop behavioral competence by increasing their capacity as student-athletes and positive contributors to their community. As an organized program, Geek Squad Elite teaches its participants self-awareness, self-regulation, and self-efficacy. Geek Squad Elite enriches the community through project-based learning, community fairs, community services, school-based initiatives, and restorative justice. Geek Squad Elite partners with school leaders to enhance the student experience by demonstrating a holistic approach to basketball and learning. Because our participants are active Geek Squad Elite members, their opportunities to engage in gang activities and violence is decreased- this is our goal.
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Black Millennial Renaissance
At Black Millennial Renaissance (BMR), we equip students with the tools and frameworks necessary to be champions of justice and equity. We know that for movements to not be reduced to moments they require the dedication of impassioned individuals to maintain momentum. Through BMR's Justice & Equity Fellowship, our fellows will be empowered through hands-on training and heart-centered mentorship to become the next generation of community organizers, policy advocates, and more. Our fellows are provided a weekly stipend to help alleviate the barriers that exist when pursuing internships, fellowship programs, and other similar leadership opportunities. We believe that a well-rounded education and a community of support are foundational components of our young people's success. We seek the Young Leaders Fund's support in our pursuit of raising more champions for justice.