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“Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy Reframed and Exhibited”
An overflowing crowd of over 200 filled the Chicago Cultural Center on Feb. 21 for Chicago African Americans in Philanthropy’s (CAAIP) Premier Reception for the exhibition Giving Back: The Soul of Philanthropy Reframed and Exhibited. While the event was a recognition of the Chicago icons, legends and community honorees featured in the highly lauded exhibit, it was also a homecoming filled with inspiring moments.
Black History Month event at MWRD focuses on environmental justice and advocating for equity
Raising awareness for environmental justice, equity and the African American experience, the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) continued its tradition of Black History Month programming and celebration by hosting a forum that featured a talented lineup of insightful speakers.
OVER 1000 ELECTED OFFICIALS, BUSINESS LEADERS, AND ENTERTAINERS TO TRAVEL TO TINLEY PARK FOR THE LARGEST UNCF GALA IN ILLINOIS
SUBURBAN SCHOOL DISTRICTS PARTNER WITH UNITED NEGRO- COLLEGE FUND TO RAISE THOUSANDS IN SCHOLARSHIPS FOR LOCAL STUDENTS
Clerk Yarbrough Receives Award for Recordings Legal Help Desk
Cook County Clerk Karen A Yarbrough was awarded the 2023 Impact Award from the Center for Disability and Elder Law (CDEL) at their annual “Light Up The Loop” Winter Awards Benefit, Thursday evening for her key role in establishing the Recordings Legal Help Desk.
COMCAST PARTNERS WITH THE HIDDEN GENIUS PROJECT TO HELP BLACK MALE YOUTH IN CHICAGO AND ATLANTA ACQUIRE DIGITAL SKILLS AND ENTER THE TECH SECTOR
Comcast NBCUniversal today announced a new $2 million grant to The Hidden Genius Project, furthering the company’s longstanding efforts to advance economic mobility through critical digital skills building across its national footprint and here in Chicago.
RENOWN AFRICAN AMERICAN CORPORATE EXECUTIVE TO BE APPOINTED TO CHAIRMAN OF THE SOUTHLAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Hundreds will gather and celebrate the appointment of one of Cook County’s most respected and premier community advocates, Ms. Bonita Parker. Ms. Parker is being installed as the Chairman of the prestigious Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce. (CSCC)
MOTHER AND DAUGHTER RELEASE BLACK HISTORY & HANDWRITING BOOKS
"A Handwriting and Black History Book" – Volumes 1, 2, and 3 will be released on Saturday, February 25th, in connection with Black History Month at a forum at 11824 S. Western Ave., Chicago, from 11:30 A.M. The books, written for children of all ages, focusing on the experiences of Black people, were published by NAD Thompson and Associates, a new publishing firm in Chicago."
MAJOR BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION TO HONOR AFRICAN AMERICANS WHO HAVE BEEN CREDITED WITH THEUPWARD MOBILITY OF THE AFRICAN AMERICAN COMMUNITY
(Richton Park, Illinois)-Calvin Jordan- Rich Township Supervisor and Democratic Committeeman along with Village of Matteson Mayor, Sheila Chalmers-Currin- will be joined by the Rich Township Board of Trustees, Village of Matteson Trustees, and over 700 hundred of business leaders, elected officials, civic and clergy leaders in honoring ten African American giants as part of the 4TH annual Rich Township Black History Month Gala and Awards Celebration.
THE DUSABLE MUSEUM PRESENTS ADRIAN DUNN”S “EMANCIPATION: ACT 2” FEATURING THE ADRIAN DUNN SINGERS
The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center is pleased to present Emancipation: Act 2 by Adrian Dunn with the Adrian Dunn Singers at the Museum on Sunday, February 26, 2023, at 6:30 PM.
Black-Woman Owned Tech Company, Sparkee, Introduces the World's First Two Part Charging System Portable Device
"Our world is becoming more reliant on our tech devices and it's time to start innovating the charging experience," said founder and creator Kyla Wilkinson. "I searched unsuccessfully for an aesthetically pleasing product that would charge my mobile devices without taking up too much space, so I decided to create one myself - because consumers shouldn't have to choose between a creative design and better battery life."
Progress continues in critical upgrade of Chicago’s natural gas delivery system
The Peoples Gas program to modernize Chicago’s antiquated natural gas delivery system continued its steady progress in the fourth quarter of 2022. Data from the quarter, and for all of 2022, has been reported to the Illinois Commerce Commission as part of the commission’s extensive oversight of the Safety Modernization Program.
OUTFRONT Media Celebrates Black History Month with Campaigns to Honor Black Creators and African American Artists
OUTFRONT Media (NYSE: OUT) launched several OOH campaigns to celebrate and honor the lives, legacies, and artistry of Black Americans throughout Black History Month this February. The campaigns include a partnership with AdAge spotlighting Black creators on billboards throughout the United States and two series celebrating African American artists and artists of color via separate partnerships with MoMA and Artsy.
McDonald's USA ® Joins Forces with Keke Palmer to Shine a Light on Ten Black Visionaries Through the 2023 Black & Positively Golden Change Leaders Program
McDonald's USA has a long history of investing in Black leaders who are taking steps now to create a brighter tomorrow. And, the Golden Arches and its Owner/Operators unveil the 2023 Black & Positively Golden Change Leaders – a collective of 10 young, Black movers-and-shakers who inspire and enact remarkable change in their communities and beyond. Each Change Leader will receive $20,000, totaling $200,000 collectively, and will have access to elevated platforms to amplify their community missions, ranging from financial literacy to equality across the education system to mental health advocacy.
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL CAUTIONS DONORS TO BE WARY OF SCAMS TIED TO EARTHQUAKE RELIEF EFFORTS
Attorney General Kwame Raoul urged Illinois residents who plan to donate to support Turkey and Syria earthquake relief efforts to be on the lookout for fundraising scams. Raoul warned donors who want to give to the earthquake relief efforts to be wary of requests for clothing, food or other in-kind donations, which may not be appropriate.
