African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund Announces $3.8M in 2023 Grants
At a time when Black history is being suppressed, these grants will further support the preservation of 40 sites across the country representing African American history
Blake-Anthony Johnson, CEO & President of Chicago Sinfonietta, a recipient of the 2023 Harvard Business School Club of Chicago’s Fellowship to attend Harvard Business School’s Strategic Perspectives i
The Harvard Business School Club of Chicago (HBSCC) today announced “a record eight Chicago leaders will attend Harvard Business School’s Executive Education course, Strategic Perspectives in Non-profit Management (SPNM) July 9-15, 2023. “SPNM provides case study and team learning for 160 nonprofit leaders from around the world. With eight 2023 attendees, Chicago expects to have the highest cohort of any American city.”
Reps. Robin Kelly, Rashida Tlaib, Rosa DeLauro, and Maxwell Frost Introduce Safe Storage Saves Lives Act to Reduce Firearm Deaths of Children
Recently, during National Gun Violence Awareness Month, Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL-02), a Vice Chair of the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force, with Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI-12), Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03), and Congressman Maxwell Frost (FL-10) introduced the Safe Storage Saves Lives Act to reduce firearm deaths in children.
GARY COMER YOUTH CENTER PARTNERS WITH TRUTH BE TOLD
The culinary apprentices looked on attentively as Chef Anthony Bernal demonstrated how to fabricate a whole chicken. During the demonstration, he talked about what dishes could be created from which pieces.
FATHERDAUGHTER DUO OPEN STORE IN HYDE PARK
James Denman and Jamee Denman opened the second location of Sneakerville 88 in Hyde Park more than two months ago. The first Sneaker Ville 88 in Bronzeville is located at 122 E. 35th, suite B. James Denman said he wanted to open a location of the shoe boutique in Hyde Park because the neighborhood was always a nice, diverse area and he enjoys the culture.
Safer Foundation’s New West Side Mural Honoring U.S. Rep. Danny Davis’ Work For Formerly Incarcerated Finalized Today
The design of a new Safer Foundation mural honoring U.S. Representative Danny Davis and his work making the successful reentry of citizens with arrest and conviction records a national priority has been completed. It will be sealed with a protective sealant today.
IN JUST ONE YEAR, MORE THAN 1,700 NEW PATIENTS BENEFITING FROM MEDICAL “HOUSE CALLS”
National nonprofit celebrates success of the Illinois House Call Project’s 14 medical practices and their ‘Champions’ on providing home-based primary care in the state
CHICAGO YOUTH CENTER CALUMET HEIGHTS IS READY FOR THE COMMUNITY
For years Buckingham School stood vacant. Seventh Ward Alderman Greg Mitchell had a vision to bring the site back to life as a community center.
Hyundai Hosts Child Safety Seat Event with Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Hyundai Motor America and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago hosted a child safety seat check at this year's Move for Kids walk and rally for patients, families, and neighbors at Busse Woods Forest Preserve in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. The event is part of the partnership previously announced in February as Hyundai continues its support of the hospital's Buckle Up Child Passenger Safety Program.
U.S. Department of Education Announces Grant Opportunities to Address Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Career Advancement
The U.S. Department of Education (Department) announced the availability of more than $368 million in new grant opportunities through the Education Innovation and Research (EIR) program and the Teacher and School Leader (TSL) Incentive program that advance investments in teacher recruitment and retention. These investments particularly prioritize promoting educator diversity and career advancement and leadership opportunities for effective educators tied to increased compensation.
IN THEIR OWN WORDS: J&P CONSULTING GROUP
J&P Consulting Group owners Nina Page and Mariann Jordan worked in the non-profit sector before deciding to come together to start their business. They shared their story with us.
ACTRESS PORTRAYING MARIA IN “WEST SIDE STORY” REFLECTS ON REPRESENTATION IN SHOW
Kanisha Marie Feliciano became interested in theater while she was in high school. She got her first taste of what it would be like to perform in a show her sophomore year. She caught the bug and never left the theater.
CAN TV Celebrates 40th Anniversary, Reaffirms Commitment to Champion Community Centered, Hyper-Local Television
CAN TV, a community-access broadcast media center that offers access to hyper-local stories and educational resources in Chicago, celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. Since its founding in 1983, CAN TV has been dedicated to providing Chicagoans with meaningful programming, reflecting the diversity and vibrance of their community through its five local cable channels (CAN TV 19, 21, 27, 36 and 42) and streaming platforms.
More than 150 Teachers Join Chicago Public Schools After Completing Rigorous Teacher Residency Program
On Monday, Monday, June 12, Mayor Brandon Johnson, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) CEO Pedro Martinez, and Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates honored 156 new resident teachers who will join classrooms next fall through an innovative CPS program that helps current employees or career changers obtain the credentials and training to become CPS teachers.
MAYOR JOHNSON, CHICAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS, CHICAGO TEACHERS UNION ANNOUNCE PAID PARENTAL LEAVE PLAN
Mayor Brandon Johnson joined Chicago Public Schools (CPS) CEO Pedro Martinez and Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) President Stacy Davis Gates to announce that CPS employees will be eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave beginning in the 2023-24 school year. Details will be finalized over the summer, but the policy will be similar to paid parental leave policies previously adopted by the City of Chicago. Under the Board’s proposed policy, eligible employees, regardless of gender or gender identity, may receive up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave for the birth of the employee’s child or for the adoption or fostering of a child.
MINIMUM WAGE INCREASE AND FAIR WORKWEEK CHANGES GO INTO EFFECT JULY 1
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP), announced the annual scheduled increase in Chicago’s minimum wage and a scheduled enhancement of the Fair Workweek Ordinance requirements. Additionally, BACP has awarded Arise Chicago a $100,000 grant to conduct outreach and education on Chicago’s labor laws. Arise Chicago will work in partnership with the City to create resources for vulnerable workers. The scheduled changes support the vision of building an inclusive, prosperous city that values and supports its workforce. Information on Chicago’s labor laws can be found by visiting Chicago.gov/Labor Standards.
Major League Rugby (MLR) Championship, Block Party & Shaq Coming To Chicago Southland’s SeatGeek Stadium
The passion of the fan base in the inaugural season for the MLR’s Chicago Hounds was so impressive, the league announced the team’s home field, SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, will host the 2023 MLR Championship Match on Saturday, July 8th.
Black Futures Lab Encourages Participation of Black Census Project in Illinois
The Black Futures Lab is engaging Black communities in Illinois to participate in its Black Census Project as part of its efforts to collect 200,000 responses from across all 50 states and identify the issues, needs, and ideas that must be addressed for Black communities to thrive.
Chicago Public Schools Increases Classroom Spending to Better Serve Students
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) posted a proposed $9.4 billion FY2024 District budget that supports the critical investments that have guided students’ academic recovery from the wide-reaching impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, and increases investments in key areas to support the District’s Diverse Learners and students with the greatest needs, from Pre-K through high school. The CPS budget, covering the educational and operational mission of the District and its more than 600 schools, is posted on its public website and available at the District’s central office for review in advance of budget hearings next week and the Board of Education’s monthly meeting June 28.
