Sep 20, 2021 Graduates of Family Self Sufficiency program celebrate financial independence First graduation in two years has almost 140 participants earning $800k in escrow savings and 11 new homeowners
Aug 6, 2021 CHA bids college-bound students a fond farewell at the 11th annual “Take Flight College Send-Off” Trunk party salutes 160 youth going to college, representing 60 schools including Michigan, Illinois, New York University and Arizona State
Jul 9, 2021 CHA and Operation Warm partner again, this time to distribute brand-new shoes to CHA youth at Fosco Park This first-ever event provided shoes to 75 youth
Jul 7, 2021 Fun kicks off for hundreds of CHA residents participating in Summer Youth Opportunities Documentary Filmmaking, Learn and Earn, Neighborhood Youth Corps among many offerings for CHA youth in 2021
Jun 30, 2021 After School Matters® partners with Chicago Housing Authority to offer 520 young teens a head start on career exploration CHA residents, ages 13-15, will earn a monetary stipend while exploring career interests and practicing academic skills needed to succeed
May 28, 2021 CHA nonprofit announces $45,000 in grants to organizations focused on quality-of-life for youth Chicago Housing Consulting Services awards seven community organizations that specialize in building relationships, inspiring youth
May 18, 2021 CHA Board approves funding for next phases at Oakwood Shores, Park Boulevard totaling 131 new units CHA Board also approves new property management contracts for public housing developments
May 12, 2021 Apply for CHA Scholarship by Friday, May 14 It has helped me focus on my schooling during such a stressful time
May 11, 2021 Chicago Housing Authority receives more than 1,000 Emergency Housing Vouchers from COVID-19 Relief Plan Housing vouchers provided by the American Rescue Plan Act will help Chicagoans experiencing homelessness and domestic violence
May 10, 2021 Daisie Foundation treats 200 CHA moms in a special way for Mother’s Day Moms get special giveaways, lunch and other goodies.