November 26, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson
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City of Chicago and DCASE Announce 2025 CityArts Grantees
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) announced the 2025 CityArts grant recipients, with more than 300 nonprofit arts and culture organizations receiving a combined total of over $6M in general operating support this year. The total number of organizations receiving CityArts grants has increased to approximately 300 awards from 200 since 2021. The investment reinforces DCASE’s long-standing commitment to the arts as a driver of community vitality, economic growth and civic pride.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON CUTS RIBBON ON IMANI VILLAGE SENIOR RESIDENCE AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT IN PULLMAN
Mayor Brandon Johnson joined Alderwoman Michelle Harris (8th), Department of Housing (DOH) Commissioner Lissette Castañeda, Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III, members of the Trinity United Church of Christ community, neighborhood leaders, and Pullman residents for the ribbon cutting ceremony at the newly completed Imani Village Senior Residence. The City-backed project adds 70 new affordable homes to the Pullman area while providing independent living opportunities tailored to the needs of seniors. The project is part of the larger Imani Village project under development in the surrounding area.