
Community Stories
Stories featuring and written in collaboration with our grantee partners and community members across our service region.


Building Power in Cicero: How Cicero Independiente is Transforming Civic Engagement
Jackie Rodriguez
February 19, 2025
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Commitment and Connection: Advancing Racial Equity and Resilience with Illinois Partners for Human Service
Stephanie Campos
September 9, 2024
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Centro Sanar: Bringing Hope, Healing & Connection to Chicago’s Southwest Side
Jackie Rodriguez
August 29, 2024
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Fostering Connection, Empathy and Equity for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care
Jackie Rodriguez
August 17, 2023
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Creating Safe Spaces: How The Loft at 8 Corners Supports Teens’ Mental Health and Wellness
Stephanie Campos
May 11, 2023
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Building Futures: How BUILD Chicago is Helping Austin’s Young People Thrive
Stephanie Campos
March 28, 2023
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Housing as Health: How Sojourner House is Paving the Way for Medical Respite Care
Stephanie Campos
November 18, 2022
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The Future of Food & Farming with Urban Growers Collective
Stephanie Campos
August 30, 2022
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