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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North Lawndale Employment Network
The Sweet Beginnings Tea is the North Lawndale Employment Network’s signature fundraiser, providing critical unrestricted resources to advance our mission.
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Asian American Coalition of Chicago
Reception, dinner and awards ceremony at Drury Lane in Oakbrook, IL
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Advancement Network Inc
Conference attendees will have the chance to share innovative strategies, success stories, and challenges with a diverse community of professionals.
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Chicago West Side Chamber of Commerce
The Chicago West Side Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Midwest Fashion Week to host a runway showcase featuring the works of established designers in a live runway fashion show; the first ever held at the Kehrein Center For The Arts..
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African American Christian Foundation
A cocktail party, compete with performances to spread awareness about AACF and raise revenue for our young adult programming for those living on the west side of Chicago..
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The Chicago Scholars Foundation
The event's objective is to release some insightful data to demonstrate the powerful connection between economic mobility and higher education, especially for Black and Brown youth, through the stories and impact metrics of Chicago Scholars.
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National Public Housing Museum
Our gala will be a joyful “evening of good times,” gathering cultural luminaries, business leaders, philanthropists, and public housing community members in a celebration of “home.”
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CHICAGOLAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOUNDATION
The Burnham Award shines a light on the importance of civic involvement and is a reminder of how Chicago thrives with a fully engaged business community.