Improve a Business by Creating 5 Financial Statements and Analyzing Them This Unique Way, Says Financial Education Benefits Center
Many businesses begin with a vision, but many cannot build a financial plan to bridge that vision with reality. The problem may be that entrepreneurs do not understand the financial benefit they get out of a financial plan. Instead of implementing an idea with a solid logical foundation, many entrepreneurs conceive of an idea and then pursue that idea without researching enough to justify it. By shooting from the hip like this, an entrepreneur may be throwing away opportunities for success. If entrepreneurs focus on developing their financial plan before taking immediate action, they may be able to figure out if that action is worth continuing. Financial Education Benefits Center (FEBC), a membership benefits company, offers resources that may help entrepreneurs plan and improve their business.
WEST SIDE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION RELEASES UPDATED QUALITY OF LIFE PLAN
The North Lawndale Community Coordinating Council (NLCCC), in partnership with LISC Chicago and the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning, recently held a community meeting at the Old Saint Patrick’s Auxiliary Auditorium, 625 West Adams St., to unveil an updated Quality of Life Plan for the entire North Lawndale community.
KLEO Center Hosts Annual Fundraiser To Support Community Programs
A Washington Park-based non-profit organization, The KLEO Center, recently hosted their 12th Annual Fundraising Gala at Carnivale in the West Loop. The annual Gala is a major fundraising initiative for the KLEO Center and is essential for raising critical funds to support community programs.
Bank president aims to revitalize the South Side
The new president of Seaway, a division of Self-Help Federal Credit Union, said he is on a mission to help revitalize the South Side through partnerships with nonprofits, elected officials, community stakeholders, and local businesses
CHICAGO’S DOCKLESS BIKE SHARE PILOT PROGRAM IS ALMOST OVER
The City of Chicago’s Dockless Bike Share Pilot Program has been taking place on the far south side, south of 79th Street, since May 1 and will be coming to an end on Nov. 1. Lime, one of the bike share companies that participated in the pilot, is hoping that the City will allow them to stay.
National Organization Gifts Mortgage-Free Home To South Suburban Veteran
A Welcome Home ceremony was recently hosted for Army Specialist Marcus Moore who is the recipient of a customized mortgage-free home in Steger, IL thanks to Building Homes for Heroes. The home was specifically designed for Moore who suffered an injury while serving overseas that led to permanent damage in his ankle.
FIRST GENERATION GHANAIAN AMERICAN HELPS OTHERS CONNECT WITH THEIR AFRICAN ROOTS
Felicia Apprey is a first generation Ghanaian American, born on the south side of Chicago, and the co-founder of The African LIFE. Through The African LIFE and her work as a public relations professional, Apprey is able to foster a learning environment for children and adults to reconnect with their African history and culture.
Newly Organized Advocacy Group Supports Obama Presidential Center In Jackson Park
Nearly a dozen residents from several of the communities surrounding Jackson Park recently came together to organize Southside Neighbors For Hope (SSN4H), an advocacy group in favor of the Obama Presidential Center (OPC) coming to the park.
TWO NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS PARTNERED TO PILOT TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOP FOR GIRLS IN CHICAGO
Deloitte, a national public accounting firm, recently partnered with ChickTech, a national non-profit, to create and pilot the Internet of Things workshop for high school girls. The workshop is being piloted in four different cities, with Chicago being the first, and is designed to expose young women to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) in a hands-on environment.
Contexture Media Network Announces Launch of Script to Silverscreen Initiative For Chicagoland Screenwriters
Contexture Media Network is excited to announce the launch of Movie Maker Mondays, as part of The Script to Silverscreen Initiative at Movie Studio Grill - Chatham 210 West 87th Street Chicago, IL 60620, from 7pm - 9pm from Monday, November 5, 2018 through December 17, 2018.
EMERGENCY COMMUNITY MEETING HELD TO SEEK SOLUTIONS TO GUN VIOLENCE
Alderman Michelle Harris (8th Ward) recently participated in an emergency community meeting at Bethlehem Star Missionary Baptist Church where six people were shot leaving a funeral on Oct. 22.
Money expert Clark Howard releases annual rating of 529 plans by state
According to money expert Clark Howard, a 529 plan is the best way to save for college. However, plans vary so wildly by state that it is crucial to carefully select the right plan for you and your family. For this reason, Clark reviewed every commission-free plan in each state and selected the top options for consumers.
The New Shine 'n Jam® Black Castor and Flaxseed Oil Styler is Now Available in Variety Wholesale and Dollar General Stores Nationwide
Ampro Industries recently announced that their DIY-inspired Shine 'n Jam® Black Castor & Flaxseed Oil Styler is now available at Variety Wholesale and select Dollar General stores nationwide. The roll out of the product has resulted in huge consumer demand that is greatly benefiting its retail partners. This release also marks another huge success for the Shine 'n Jam® brand that boasts such winning products as the Shine 'n Jam Extra Hold Conditioning Gel, Shine 'n Jam Regular Hold Conditioning Gel, Shine 'n Jam Silk Edges, and Shine 'n Jam Shea Edges – which are all fan favorites of professional braiders
South suburban Matteson changing for the better
Up until two years ago, Sheila Chalmers- Currin was a longtime resident of south suburban Matteson, but today she is the village’s mayor and its biggest advocate for change.
Suburban Cook County residents take advantage of early voting
Early Voting for the November 6 Gubernatorial Election got off to what Cook County Clerk David Orr called, “a great start” in suburban Cook County Monday, October 22 with more than twice as many voters casting their ballots as did on the first day of Early Voting for the 2014 Gubernatorial Election.
Jane Elliot Visits South Suburbs To Discuss Race and American Bias
The Youth & Family Services Department of Thornton Township recently hosted Jane Elliot, at the South Suburban College Performing Arts Center in South Holland, to speak about conscious and unconscious bias and to give a message on equality and ways to overcome racism.
The Magic of the Wizard of Oz Opens at the Paramount Theatre
Acclaimed Chicago director Amber Mak dazzled audiences with Paramount’s production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid. She made kids of all ages believe in Santa again with Elf The Musical. Now she’s taking audiences over the rainbow and into another fantastical world with The Wizard of Oz, Nov. 14, 2018-Jan. 6, 2019 at Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd. in Aurora.
Treasurer Frerichs Testifies Before Senate Special Committee on State and Pension Fund Investments
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs recently testified before the Senate Special Committee on State and Pension Fund Investments about the improvements made in the treasurer’s office to help increase growth and opportunity for Illinois firms owned by Minorities, Women, Veterans and Persons with a Disability (MWVD).
FIRST BLACK WOMAN NAMED PRESIDENT CHICAGO NEIGHBORHOOD INITIATIVES MICRO FINANCE GROUP
Erica King, formerly Vice President of Lending at Chicago Neighborhood Initiatives Micro Finance Group (CNIMFG), was recently promoted to President. In her new role, King is now one of the few minority women in the country leading a financial services organization. King plans to continue moving forward with the momentum she built as vice president and continue to grow and expand CNIMFG lending portfolio.
