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Rev. Dr. Stephen G. Ray to be Celebrated at Aug. 30 Virtual Public Event After Announcing Retirement as President of Chicago Theological Seminary
Chicago Theological Seminary president, Rev. Dr. Stephen G. Ray, announced his retirement from CTS, effective Aug. 31. A celebration of Dr. Ray’s extraordinary contributions to CTS and to the entire field of theological education will be held on Aug. 30. The event is open to all.
FINANCIAL INSTITUTION CHANGES ITS NAME, COMMUNITY COMMITMENT CONTINUES
Chicago Neighborhood Initiatives Micro Finance Group has changed its name to Greenwood Archer Capital. With the name change comes more commitment from the Community Development Financial Institution to invest in the Black community.
MX Announces 5-Time Olympian and Gold Medalist Allyson Felix to Keynote Money Experience Summit 2021
MX, the financial data platform and leader in modern connectivity, today announced that 5-time Olympian and Gold Medalist Allyson Felix will keynote Money Experience Summit 2021, September 28-30 at the Snowbird Mountain Resort in Utah. The most decorated U.S. Track & Field Olympian in history, Felix will share her experience at the 2021 Olympic Games in Tokyo and how leaders in the financial industry can push to new heights, challenge the status quo, and use their voice to create change — in their life, community, and organization.
Luster’s Pink Moisture Maintenance Collection Adds Five New Must-Have Ultra-Hydrating Products to your Daily Hair Care Routine
Luster’s Pink, the leading manufacturer of premium personal care products providing daily maintenance and styling solutions for all hair types and textures since 1967, has expanded its product range with the launch of the Moisture Maintenance collection.
2020 Cook County property tax analysis: A heavier burden for businesses, Black and Latino suburban property owners
Businesses in Cook County and Black and Latino suburban property owners are bearing the brunt of 2020’s property tax increases, according to a first-of-its-kind analysis of nearly 1.8 million bills by Treasurer Maria Pappas’ office.
Black Broads Abroad X Clark University To Host, Get The F Out Of America: The Blueprint Conference
Phelena Jean, founder of the multi-media platform Black Broads Abroad is hosting the Get The F Out of America Blueprint conference, being held at Clark Atlanta University, October 2-3, 2021.
THE ACCELERATOR PROGRAM PROVIDES RESOURCES FOR NON-PROFITS
The Community Programs Accelerator at the University of Chicago was founded seven years ago, with the knowledge that non-profit organizations play a vital role to the health and vitality of the communities. The Accelerator serves as a central point for non-profit organizations to access resources that the University of Chicago can provide – build capacity, establish working relationships and technical expertise. The goal of the Accelerator is to help non-profit organizations scale and grow.
DOUBLE DUTCH GROUP GROWS TO BECOME A SISTERHOOD
Pamela Robinson was 45-years old when she was looking for a happy place. She needed a break from adulting and wanted an outlet. She was at a barbecue, brought out the Double Dutch rope and had an amazing time. It took her mind off everything she had going on.
81.8% of Americans Are in Favor of Vaccine Passport
Upgraded Points recently published the results of a vaccine survey that reveals how Americans feel about various travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic. With ongoing debate surrounding personal freedoms and the ability to travel unhindered throughout the country, most now believe that proof of vaccination should be a requirement. The survey also indicated which generation was more likely to disagree with vaccination passports and how both male and female respondents feel about the issue. Upgraded Points regularly conducts and provides such in-depth reports for traveling and credit card usage, as well as helpful tips and resources for travelers.
MATTESON STEM CENTER TO SERVE COMMUNITY
The Community STEM Center in Matteson is expected to be open by the 2022-2023 school year and will be located at 20648 Matteson Avenue. The facility will house the School District 159 offices and the Community STEM Center. The STEM Center will include an aerospace lab, a Makerspace lab and a foundational lab for younger students and community members.
RESEARCH FINDS THAT AFFLUENT AFRICAN AMERICANS ARE MORE LIKELY TO START A BUSINESS
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management conducted a study with 455 affluent Black and African Americans as part of its Diverse Viewpoints: Understanding Affluence in the United States. The study was conducted to understand the beliefs, motivations, priorities that influence wealth and investment decisions among the Black and African American community. Insights were found using qualitative and quantitative techniques.
American Composers Forum presents concert of world premieres with Chicago’s acclaimed Great Black Music Ensemble, celebrating 55th anniversary of the Association for the Advancement of Creative Musici
The American Composers Forum (ACF) is proud to announce the culminating event of its two-year partnership with the Chicagobased, internationally-renowned Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians (AACM) and its Great Black Music Ensemble: a concert celebrating the 55th anniversary of AACM, taking place at AACM’s long-time partner the Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts (915 E. 60th Street) at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30. Tickets are free and available at tickets.uchicago.edu on Friday, Oct. 1.
Chicago’s new safe digging “ambassadog” is Questa, a pandemic pup who moved here to get adopted and chase rabbits
Peoples Gas has unveiled Questa — a hound dog who moved to Chicago from Oklahoma — as the company’s new safe digging “ambassadog.” Questa’s new job title was announced this morning at Lincoln Park Zoo, where the pup proudly stood before cameras. Questa is three years old and has a heartwarming backstory. She moved to Chicago from Oklahoma after a family in the Andersonville neighborhood agreed to foster her during the COVID-19 pandemic. Questa was very sick at the time with heartworm, ringworm and hookworm. The family nursed her back to health and adopted her. Then they discovered her passion for digging.
Best Buy Commits up to $10M Investment in Brown Venture Group’s Inaugural Fund
Brown Venture Group LLC, a venture capital firm formed to fund Black, Latino and Indigenous technology entrepreneurs, announced today that Best Buy (NYSE: BBY) has committed up to $10M to its inaugural fund.
