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Community Grand Rounds: How does research impact communities of color?

Community Grand Rounds: How does research impact communities of color? Thursday, May 25th at 6:00pm!

South Shore Artist Dorian Sylvain Bringing Huge Afrocentric Mural To Auburn Gresham’s 79th Street

he mural aims to capture the essence of Auburn Gresham, and neighbors can pitch in to help on a July 23 community day.

Auburn Gresham GOLD Camp 2023 Registration is Open!

AG GOLD Camp 2023 Registration is Open! Registion table at the AG Healthy Lifestyle Hub (839 W. 79th Street), Monday through Fridays. Cost only $25 for first camper and $5 for each additional camper in the same family!

Celebrate National Community Development Week (#CDWeek2023) April 10-14!
DCEO and our Office of Community Development are proud to celebrate National Community Development Week (#CDWeek2023) April 10-14! 
Chicago Recovery Plan Funding Opportunities 2023

Click on the story to find out more on Chicago Recovery Plan Funding Opportunities...

Congratulations to our Auburn Gresham Shark Tank Business Plan Winners!

Congratulations to our Auburn Gresham Small Business Plan Shark Tank 2023 winners!

One Summer Chicago Applications Still Open for 2023!

One summer job applications are now open. Please share with young people and young adults!

Betty Jo Swanson, GAGDC board member and beloved resident of the Auburn Gresham made her transition

It is with a heavy heart to announce that GAGDC’s Vice Chair Betty Swanson made her transition, Friday, January 20, 2023.

BACP Free Small Business Training November and December Schedule!

BACP offers free business education webinars every Wednesday afternoon and Friday morning. Topics include business licensing, operations, financial resources, marketing, and more. Programs are free and open to the public and taught by industry professionals, not-for-profit agencies, and government agencies.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving from GAGDC!

Mayor Lightfoot's 3-Year INVEST South/West Anniversary!

We are proud of all that we have accomplished, together, over the past 3 years, with Invest South/West. Check out the celebration video.

Warming Up Auburn Gresham Halloween Bash and Coat Drive 10/29 @1pm

Today, October 29th, Free "Halloween Bash"and coat giveaway for the community. Please bring yong people out to enjoy treats and neighbors! 7938 S Halsted (Save-A-Lot parking lot), starts at 1pm! All are welcome ??!

Congratulations to Our CEO, A 2022 Crain's Chicago Notable Black Leader and Executive!

Congratulations to Our CEO, A 2022 Crain's Chicago Notable Black Leaders and Executives!

We're Hiring More Community Program Managers!

We'hiring, check out the details and reach out if there is interest!

16TH ANNUAL RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 10, 2022  10AM - 8PM

Join Us for the 16TH ANNUAL RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL ♦ SEPTEMBER 10, 2022  10AM - 8PM!

INVEST South/West Auburn Gresham Artist-in-Residence Closing Out the Summer with a Bang!

Colors of Community, Dorian Sylvain's capstone project as Artist-in-Residence for Auburn Gresham with the city's INVEST South/West initiative, unveiling and dedication, Saturday, August 13th.

ComEd Extends Deadline for Nonprofits to Apply for $1.8 Million in Grants to Support Climate-Friendly Programs

ComEd Extends Deadline for Nonprofits to Apply for $1.8 Million in Grants to Support Climate-Friendly Programs

Illinois’ sales tax holiday on back-to-school gear starts Friday

Shoppers in Illinois looking to stock up on school supplies, clothing and other back-to-school gear can look forward to saving a bit on sales tax starting Friday, August 5 - August 14, 2022.

Rapid Info / Resource Call-in Line | Every Wednesday and Friday at 6PM | Call 551-241-6209

Please update your records, the new Rapid Info Response Line phone nmber is 551-241-6209. Dial in for community updates every Wednesday and Friday at 6pm. All are welcome to listen in!

Searching for solutions to gun violence: Health Lifestyle Hub planned for Auburn Gresham

CHICAGO (CBS) – This September, the Healthy Lifestyle Hub will fully open its doors in the Auburn Gresham community.

Auburn Gresham Metra station will complement 79th Street corridor revitalization

Auburn Gresham Metra station will complement 79th Street corridor revitalization

United Way Impact Grants – Additional information session and office hours

United Way Metro Chicago - Community Impact Grant, increased our capacity for July 6th's session, and have also added a session on July 7th at 1pm.

South Shore Artist Dorian Sylvain Bringing Huge Afrocentric Mural To Auburn Gresham’s 79th Street

Using “Afrocentric designs, bold colors, patterns and symbols,” Dorian Sylvain paints a 50-by-50-foot mural inspired by the community, on a bare wall at 7901 S. Racine Ave.

Congratulations United Way on 10 Years of Impact With Neighborhoods!

New Video Captures 10 Years of Impact

Auburn Gresham Seniors Came Together to "Sing the Blues"

Breakfast and Blues...

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