Yearly Archives: 2020
The Loretto Hospital to Offer Free Mammograms Throughout October
In commemoration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, The Loretto Hospital is offering free, 2D and 3D tomosynthesis mammograms for uninsured or underinsured residents of Chicago’s Austin neighborhood and surrounding communities… Read more
Healthy Choices, Healthy Kids
This month we celebrate National Child Health, a time when we show support for children’s health and raise awareness about how we can help protect and develop a healthy lifestyle… Read more
More Than 9,000 COVID-19-associated Deaths Reported in Illinois
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) reported 2,851 new confirmed cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 29 additional confirmed deaths. “More than 9,000 Illinoisans — our mothers… Read more
Mayor Lightfoot, Chicago Public Schools Announce New Initiative to Increase Diversity of CPS Teachers
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and Chicago Public Schools (CPS) announced Teach Chicago Tomorrow, an innovative plan to build a new pipeline of talented, diverse teachers by creating a structured pathway… Read more
Morton College Introduces Panther Balance Forgiveness Grant
Morton College is introducing a new program for the Spring 2021 semester to help students in good academic standing, but are facing financial difficulties. The Panther Balance Forgiveness Grant Initiative,… Read more
Malcolm X College Introduces New Mammography Certification
As the need for mammography screenings remains essential for women as they age, Malcolm X College has introduced a certificate that will provide licensed radiologic technologists with training that will… Read more
SEIU Illinois State Council Joins Climate Jobs Illinois Coalition
The SEIU Illinois State Council, representing 150,000 janitors, healthcare workers, public employees and more across the state, announced it will join the Climate Jobs Illinois Coalition to advocate for an… Read more
CDPH Hires First Chief Racial Equity Officer to Drive Work in Health Equity
The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) on Wednesday announced the hiring of its first ever Chief Racial Equity Officer, Sandi Brown, who will work to ensure that health and… Read more
AMPT Chicago Announces Second Phase of COVID-19 Aid
AMPT: Advancing Nonprofits (AMPT) is now accepting applications from eligible nonprofits on the West and South sides of Chicago for Phase 2 of its COVID-19 crisis management consulting services through… Read more
Chicago Region Food System Awards Additional COVID-19 Response Funds
The Chicago Region Food System Fund extends its pandemic response funding by awarding a new round of grants to 501(c)(3) organizations capable of supporting the work of other organizations engaged… Read more
