November 22, 2021
November 2021 Dear Friend of Chicago Commons, First and foremost, I hope this letter finds you safe and well. While this has been a difficult year for many, I continue to be in awe of the ways in which we lift each other up and affirm our common humanity in the face of adversity. I sincerely thank you for your past support to… Read more »
July 14, 2021
Chicago Commons & Partners Awarded $23 Million Per Year, 5-Year Head Start Grant Chicago Commons & Partners to Provide 1,270 Children High Quality Early Education Annually—second highest allotment of slots in the Chicagoland grant. Chicago, IL (July 14, 2021): Chicago Commons and its delegate partners are pleased to share the Administration for Children & Families,… Read more »
June 16, 2021
Chicago, IL (June 15, 2021): On Tuesday, June 15, 2021, more than 100 leaders from the business and civic community gathered for Chicago Commons’ Annual Meeting & Celebration to reflect upon the challenges and successes of the previous fiscal year as well as celebrate the departure of Chairman Emeritus, Willard S. Evans, Jr., introduce… Read more »
April 16, 2021
Apri 16, 2021 Dear Chicago Commons Community, Yet again, we find ourselves grieving lives taken unlawfully. The deaths of Adam Toledo, Anthony Alvarez, and Daunte Wright, among many others yet again highlight the structural racism and the lack of empathy, compassion, and humanity towards communities of color that persist in this country. Last summer, during… Read more »
June 29, 2020
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June 1, 2020
Dear Chicago Commons Community, The brutal and unnecessary murder of George Floyd was yet another tragic moment in our country where another black life was taken unlawfully. The murder opened deep wounds of structural racism that have existed in this country for centuries. Over the weekend, hundreds of people took to the streets to… Read more »
May 26, 2020
Donate to Chicago Commons COVID-19 Relief Fund As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, we want to share the inspiring work of Chicago Commons’ mission-driven “heroes” who are committed to meeting the needs of our children, families, and seniors. This week, we highlight the story of our very own Ethel Watts – a dedicated Home Care Aide from our Senior… Read more »
March 2, 2020
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February 19, 2020
As a part of our three-year strategic plan, Chicago Commons identified several key levers to achieve our strategic priorities. One of these was ensuring access to training and professional development to strengthen and retain staff. As such, we developed the Chicago Commons Leadership Academy (CCLA). This accelerated four-month program focuses on personal and team leadership… Read more »
January 6, 2020
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