NeighborWorks 2013 Volunteers Needed!

Auburn-Gresham/Englewood Neighborhood Housing Services (NHS) is looking for volunteers for the annual NeighborWorks event, on June 1st, from 9:00am to 1:00pm. Sign up and come join us! NeighborWorks works to provide decent homes and safe healthy communities for low- and moderate- income residents. Neighborhood Housing Services, a NeighborWorks member partners with NeighborWorks American, because they are a preminer provider of community development training in the U.S.!

The Schools Chicago’s Students Deserve (VIDEO)

On Thursday, February 16 the Chicago Teachers Union released “The Schools Chicago’s Students Deserve”, a report with recommendations on how to improve student academic performance and strengthen neighborhood schools.

Remembering MLK: Occupy the Dream (VIDEO)

On January 15, 2012, religious leaders, civil rights activists, and elected officials from Illinois and Indiana commemorated the legacy of Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. and urged a continued movement for economic and political equality.

5 Ways Health Care Reform Will Benefit Auburn Gresham Small Businesses

Auburn Gresham is a strong, vibrant Chicago community, and the small businesses in the area are a vital part of that. However, it can be challenging for small businesses to afford to provide health insurance for their employees. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has put into place reforms – some right now and some rolling out later — that will make it easier for the owners of small businesses to buy affordable insurance.