National Restaurant Association Show® 2022 Contributes to Local Charitable Food Organizations and International Humanitarian Efforts
The Show donated more than 71,000 pounds of food to Chicago-area anti-hunger organizations; Raises $12,500 for World Central Kitchen’s #ChefsForUkraine
1863 Ventures Addresses Shortfall of Capital for Black and Brown Entrepreneurs by Investing in 13 Portfolio Companies
1863 Fund is 1863 Ventures’ multi-sector investing strategy for New Majority entrepreneurs (i.e., business owners who have been historically marginalized).
ComEd Seeking Four Nonprofit Organizations to Receive $1.8 Million in Climate-Friendly Grants
To help bring more climate-friendly assistance programs to northern Illinois families and businesses, ComEd today announced a $1.8 million competitive grant program to support nonprofit organizations in offering assistance programs focused on clean energy to limited-income customers in the communities the energy company serves.
CHOOSE CHICAGO AND THE CITY OF CHICAGO ANNOUNCED “WELCOME TO OUR NEIGHBORHOODS”
Chicago, (July 20, 2022) – Choose Chicago announced a new local neighborhood tourism campaign encouraging Chicago residents to explore the city’s 77 unique and diverse neighborhoods.
‘Sunset 1919’ memorializes the lives lost during the 1919 Race Riots
In Chicago, on July 27th, 1919, Eugene Williams, a young African American boy was killed while swimming in Lake Michigan by a group of white people. It led to riots where 1,000 Black families lost their homes when they were torched by people rioting, and 23 Black people were killed.
“Heart of a Warrior” Contest Announces Chicago Winner
For the last month, the United States Army has been recognizing outstanding high school athletes in the Chicago Area through the “Heart of a Warrior” digital campaign. This campaign was sponsored by the US Army and activated by BRAINBOX Immersive Marketing. Five nominees shared their stories, displaying exceptional leadership skills, community service and overcoming adversity while exemplifying the same heart of a warrior that is displayed by the US Army. Their communities were encouraged to vote for the student athlete who most represented the ideals of the Heart of a Warrior campaign, but only one winner was chosen as the 2022 “Heart of a Warrior” Honor Recipient.
Molson Coors Expands Partnership with i.c.stars, Jumpstarting Technology Careers for Young Adults in Chicago and Milwaukee
Continuing its commitment to empowering the next generation of diverse leaders and inv esting in emerging technologies, Molson Coors is expanding its partner ship with Inner City Computer Stars (i.c.stars) to reach multiple cities in one cycle. For the first time ever, the program took on a regional approach t o solicit uniq u e ideas for a new innovation space in the Molson Coor s Chicago and Milwaukee c orporate offices. Earlier this month, i.c.stars alumni in Chicago and Milwaukee compete d in small groups to present their winning idea which all embraced cutting edge technologies . The winn ing team was announced on July 15 and included alumni students Angel Delgado and Khalil Hall.
Famed Woman, Thou Art Loosed! Conference Returns “Home” to Atlanta for Grand Finale
Global Christian leader, entrepreneur and film producer, Bishop T.D. Jakes will return to Atlanta, the home city for many years of the fan-favorite international gathering, for the conclusion of the Women, Thou Art Loosed! The Grand Finale conference at the Georgia World Congress Center Sept. 22-Sept. 24, and will host thousands of women from around the world.
The Kroc Center Chicago’s New Senior Officers
Majors Kendall and Katrina Mathews are the new senior officers of The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center. With 30 years in The Salvation Army, they bring to their new roles a wealth of experience and leadership to continue to serve the south side community.
A New Funding Round led by Cleveland Ave, with participation from a16z, Goldman Sachs Asset Management
Mayvenn, a beauty-tech company with a network of over 50,000 hair stylists nationwide, announced a $40m Series C round led by Cleveland Ave, with participation from the Growth Equity business within Goldman Sachs Asset Management and a16z. Mayvenn’s mission is to use technology to empower the professional stylist community. The Mayvenn platform enables stylists to earn money selling beauty products and over the past two years has expanded into a marketplace, offering salon services through its curated network of beauty pros. The services marketplace, combined with the e-commerce platform, lay the foundation for an end-to-end beauty ecosystem encompassing services and products. This unique offering financially empowers the professional beauty community and is simplifying the beauty experience for customers.
The Soul Children of Chicago Celebrates 40 Years
The Soul Children of Chicago began as a school choir in 1981. Founder Walt Whitman was the Minister of Music at St. John De La Salle Church, located at 102nd and King Drive. The church needed a music teacher for St. John De La Salle School. The students in the choir performed at Mass every third Sunday.
ACM’S “FESTIVAL OF THE YEAR” WINDY CITY SMOKEOUT RETURNS AUGUST 4-7, 2022 WITH STAR-STUDDED FESTIVAL WEEKEND
Headliners Include Tim McGraw, Willie Nelson & Family, Turnpike Troubadours, Sam Hunt and Miranda Lambert Windy City Smokeout, first time winner of the Academy of Country Music Awards “Festival of the Year,” and the nation’s premier outdoor country music and BBQ festival, will return to Chicago August 4-7, 2022 outside the iconic United Center at 1901 W. Madison Street. Hosted by popular barbecue joint, Bub City and Joe’s Bar, Windy City Smokeout will feature live performances from country music’s biggest names and up-and-coming talent, plus the best BBQ and craft beer from around the country.
Couples Invited To Enter Contest For Exclusive Chance To Be Married Oct. 1 During Weddings At Wrigley: An Enchanted Evening Hosted On The Magnificent Mile©
Couples may enter by August 5 for a chance to win the wedding of a lifetime beneath the architectural bridge of The Wrigley Building® as The Magnificent Mile Association’s Meet Me on The Mile summer series concludes with Weddings at Wrigley: An Enchanted Evening.
Roland Martin Unravels the Truth and Brings Spike Lee and Matty Rich Together to Squash Long Time Beef
Roland Martin, host of the “Rollin’ with Roland” show on the Black Star Network, sits down one-on-one with filmmaker Matty Rich to catch-up. And, like in most Matty Rich interviews, the question of his strained relationship with filmmaker Spike Lee arises. Rich usually avoids the question. But Martin, who has earned a reputation for bringing people together both on and off camera, was determined to get to the “why.”
Chanel Murphy-Lowe Launches One of Oprah’s Favorite Things at Bergdorf Goodman, Nordstrom, and Saks Off Fifth
Inspired culinary artist Chanel Murphy- Lowe, founder and CEO of My Fabulous Food, is taking the retail industry by storm. The fashion forward foodie’s ultra-luxe sea salt gift sets made their debut on shelves at Bergdorf Goodman in the exclusive Midtown Manhattan district and are launching online at Nordstrom and Saks Off Fifth in August of this year.
Shawn Michelle’s Homemade Ice Cream expands into South Suburbs
Yahya Muhammad remembers having ice cream at Avalon Park after baseball practice. There was a lady on the bench with tiny cups of ice cream for $1. He never had anything like that before and he didn’t have anything like that again until he started to experiment with making his own ice cream.
Healthcare Collaborative CEO wants South Side to have more access to healthcare
Kimberly Hobson has been in the healthcare industry for the past 30 years. She has held leadership positions with Humana, Advocate, Mercy and University of Chicago Hospitals. Now, Hobson is the CEO of the South Side Healthy Community Organization.
The Small Business Administration assists those affected by Calumet City condo fire
On Monday, May 30th, there was a fire at The Park of River Oaks Condominium, located at 150 Park Ave., in Calumet City. The Small Business Administration opened a temporary Disaster Loan Outreach Center in early July to assist residents and businesses affected by the fire after Governor JB Pritzker sent a letter to the Small Business Administration. That letter requested a disaster declaration and allows residents and businesses to apply for a low-interest disaster loan from the Small Business Administration. The declaration covers Cook County, Lake County in Indiana, as well as DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry and Will counties in Illinois.
CALUMET CITY MAYOR TO PRESENT A BALANCED $53 MILLION FISCAL BUDGET TO THE CALUMET CITY CITY COUNCIL
(Calumet City, Illinois) Thaddeus M. Jones - Mayor of Calumet City - will introduce a balanced $53 million fiscal budget to the Calumet City City Council for passage. The presentation will also illustrate $8 million in revenue increases from the prior fiscal year.
