The COVID-19 pandemic affected many businesses in our communities, but it hit small businesses and their owners particularly hard. In January, we launched our new small business grant program, facilitated by the Diversity Committee, the 77. This program was designed…
On Friday, new modifications were made to the eviction moratorium. One change now allows state and local law enforcement to carry out evictions that were sought before March 30, 2020. On June 25, authorities can enforce evictions of non-covered tenants…
On May 28, Governor Pritzker issued an executive order to extend the eviction moratorium again until June 26. Currently, there are multiple opportunities for renters and landlords to receive rental assistance. The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) is accepting applications…
This week, Mayor Lightfoot and the Chicago Department of Housing announced they would be adding a third round of funding to the Emergency Rental Assistance Program totaling $79.8 million. This funding will provide up to 15 months of assistance for…
The city of Chicago is currently accepting applications for its Mortgage Assistance Grants. This program provides grants to low- to moderate-income homeowners in Chicago who have been economically impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Grants will be awarded based on need,…