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This week we are making a final push to secure $5M in funding for the Human Services Professional Loan Repayment Program. read more…
Final Days of Session: Gratitude and Push for Investment
This month, we held a Week of Action as part of the Living Wages, Thriving Communities campaign. read more…
Clinical Work with LGBTQ+ Clients: An Introduction – Jun 11
Join Center on Halsted to learn the basics of working with LGBTQ+ clients. read more…
CHA 2026 Job Skills Workshops – Jun 3, 17
Attend these two hands-on Wednesday workshops provided by Chicago Public Library to improve your job skills. read more…
Community Health Worker Skill-Building Summer Bash
The Illinois Community Health Workers Association (ILCHWA) is hosting this day of learning, networking and resource sharing.
Advocates 4 Trans Equality Launches Housing with Dignity Campaign
A new HUD rule threatens regulations protecting housing access. read more…
New Report Highlights Rising Levels of Burnout Among Nonprofit Leaders and Staff
The new report from the Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP) highlights the growing and compounding pressures facing nonprofit organizations nationwide. read more…
Gary Huelsmann Recognized as a Community Changemaker at FOCUS St. Louis 2026
We congratulate Caritas Family Solutions CEO, Gary Huelsmann, for being recognized as a Community Changemaker at FOCUS St. Louis’ 2026 What’s Right with the Region Awards. read more…
Central Illinois Food Pantries Prepare for Higher Need Due to New SNAP Requirements
Like many across the state, food pantries in Central Illinois are preparing for increased demand as new SNAP work requirements take effect and an estimated 120,000 people could lose benefits. read more…
Representing Our Coalition at Policy and Advocacy Events Across the State
As we approach the finish line of this legislative session, the Illinois Partners team has also been proud to represent our coalition at advocacy and policy events across the state throughout the month of May.
Illinois Partners Senior Director of Advocacy Adela Carlin with Housing Forward CEO Lynda Schueler, State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe and SHPA Director of Government Affairs Max Seeley
