Far South Chicago Coalition

Far South Chicago Coalition (FSCC) is comprised of caring community leaders, business owners, and community based organizations. Can we count on YOU?

The FSCC is working to create solutions to resolve some of the disparities and lack of resources in the neighborhoods that make up Far South Chicago. These communities combined consist of a population of over 76,000 hard-working individuals. Approximately 98% of those individuals are people of color
More than 65% are unemployed or not in the labor market. We have created 8 focus areas that key community leaders, residents, and business owners will focus on to help create the Far South Chicago Quality of Life Plan (QLP):

Education
Housing
Youth & Family Service
Social Justice
Green Space & Technology
Economic Development
Health/Wellness & Mental Health
Environmental Health
Workforce Development
Tourism & Transportation


Why QLP:
A Quality of Life Plan will help leverage governmental initiatives, funding, corporate resources, and outside investments to strengthen our residents and communities. Our efforts will be to create a comprehensive plan that outline the support needed to make the far south communities a safe, healthy, affordable, mixed-income, sustainable and livable community. Creating and executing a QLP will also help leverage support and resources from the City of Chicago INVEST South/West initiative, as well as support campaigns and generate financial resources to rebuild the community. Why Now?:
The Far South has had very limited equitable investment/reinvestment in residential and local businesses in several decades, since the successful implementation of the community-led Roseland Plan for a Thriving Community in the 1990s. The lack of competitive educational opportunities and the lack of compliance with USEP regulations for hiring from the community continues to be an issue for the Far South Side. This has caused families to relocate and businesses to leave the community. What has the group done together in the past 3 years?:

• No Crime Day led by the 5th District Pastoral Committee (500+in attendance)
• Annual Juneteenth Parade & Festival (1000+in attendance)
• Faith-based Initiative Awareness (300+in attendance)
• Domestic Violence Awareness (300+in attendance)
• Pullman Health, and Wellness Food Festivals (300+in attendance)
• Back to School Fairs, Holiday Basket & Tree Giveaway (1300+ community residents served)
• Peace Rally (500+in attendance)

Now, we need YOUR support and involvement to do MORE as we create the Far South Chicago Quality of Life Plan and to put it into action! Get involved:
Far South Chicago Coalition
C/O Phalanx Family Services
837 W. 119th St. Chicago, IL 60643
773-627-4829
[email protected]
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09/18/2026
10 perks you unlock with a Chicago Public Library card 📚💳Getting a Chicago Public Library card unlocks far more than p...
09/18/2026

10 perks you unlock with a Chicago Public Library card 📚💳

Getting a Chicago Public Library card unlocks far more than physical books across the city! Free museum passes, digital streaming, and hands-on maker spaces are available to any Chicago resident with a valid ID.

🖼️ Free Museum Passes: Reserve passes online for spots like the Art Institute, Field Museum, and Museum of Science and Industry.

💻 Free Tech & Tools: Access 3D printers, laser cutters, and sewing machines at the Harold Washington Library Center’s Maker Lab.

🎧 Free Media Streaming: Borrow e-books, audiobooks, vinyl, and stream movies via Libby and Hoopla.

🗣️ Skill Building: Learn over 70 languages on Mango Languages or book music practice rooms complete with a baby grand piano.

Healing Arts Chicago Summit returns to Malcolm X College on October 10 for a full day of programming, workshops and co...
09/18/2026

Healing Arts Chicago Summit returns to Malcolm X College on October 10 for a full day of programming, workshops and conversations that highlight arts, health and workforce development. 🎨

The summit, produced in partnership with the Chicago Department of Public Health, offers attendees a chance to explore arts experiences and workshops provided by 13 artists, including members of Healing Arts Chicago’s second artist cohort. Workshops and participatory artmaking activities will include visual journaling, painting, dance, yoga, beadwork, movement, and sound healing, among others.

📣 005th District Community Conversation The 005th District invites community members to join them for their 1st Commun...
09/18/2026

📣 005th District Community Conversation

The 005th District invites community members to join them for their 1st Community Conversation as we work together to help shape the 2027 Strategic Plan.

📅 Thursday, October 1, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Most Worshipful King Cyrus Lodge
11400 S. Edbrooke Ave.

This is your opportunity to share your ideas, concerns, and priorities about the issues that matter most in our community. Your input plays an important role in helping us identify community needs and plan for the year ahead.

Scan the QR code on the flyer to register. We look forward to hearing from you!

Register for the Second Chance Summit! ⚖️ Come out on October 10 at Kennedy-King College for an Expungement and Sealin...
09/18/2026

Register for the Second Chance Summit! ⚖️

Come out on October 10 at Kennedy-King College for an Expungement and Sealing Fair designed to help eligible Cook County residents take the next step toward clearing their records.

📅 October 10 | 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
📍 Kennedy-King College

🔗 Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Scan the QR code on the flyer

Please note: RAP sheets and/or Illinois State Police Criminal History Records must be uploaded by September 25 to participate.

When community partners come together…__Last night, the Far South Community Action Network powered through the Mayors Of...
09/17/2026

When community partners come together…
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Last night, the Far South Community Action Network powered through the Mayors Office of Community Safety met to discuss, important elements of the upcoming District Council Election, and how citizens can join local leadership.
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📸: Ashley L. Coleman, Harpix Visions 360

Join CTA at the 130th Station Plaza Community Pop-Up to see the final station plaza design for the future station. You...
09/17/2026

Join CTA at the 130th Station Plaza Community Pop-Up to see the final station plaza design for the future station. You can see the latest renderings for the new station and talk with members of the project team. Stop by on your way home from school or work.

📍 130th station area: S. Greenwood Ave., between E. 130th Pl. & E. 131st St.
🗓️ September 24, 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

📢 SAVE THE DATE: 2026 FALL CITYWIDE CAREER FAIR!The 2026 Fall Citywide Career Fair is bringing together job seekers an...
09/17/2026

📢 SAVE THE DATE: 2026 FALL CITYWIDE CAREER FAIR!

The 2026 Fall Citywide Career Fair is bringing together job seekers and employers from a variety of in-demand industries. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect directly with hiring employers, explore career opportunities, and take the next step toward their professional goals.

📅 Wednesday, September 30, 2026
⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📍 NEW LOCATION: Kennedy-King College, U-Building
740 W. 63rd Street | Chicago, IL 60621

💼 Job seekers can also prepare in advance with FREE résumé and interview assistance available through local American Job Centers.

Don’t miss this opportunity to make valuable connections, meet hiring employers, and discover new career possibilities!

🎉 YOU'RE INVITED! COP HOUSE GRAND OPENING & BLOCK PARTY! 🎉Join 5th District tomorrow, Friday, September 18, as they ce...
09/17/2026

🎉 YOU'RE INVITED! COP HOUSE GRAND OPENING & BLOCK PARTY! 🎉

Join 5th District tomorrow, Friday, September 18, as they celebrate the grand opening of the COP House in Roseland!

Enjoy an afternoon of food, music, activities, and family fun! Come out for the community parade and stay for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony. 🎀

📅 Friday, September 18

⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM

📍 12020 S. Indiana Ave., Chicago

Bring your family, invite your neighbors, and join us as we celebrate this exciting new community resource supporting Roseland youth and families!

We look forward to seeing you there! 💙🧡

🎉 Senior Fest is THIS THURSDAY!Are you a senior living in the 21st Ward? Alderman Mosley’s office is providing FREE tr...
09/16/2026

🎉 Senior Fest is THIS THURSDAY!

Are you a senior living in the 21st Ward? Alderman Mosley’s office is providing FREE transportation to Senior Fest so you can join in on the fun!

🚌 There’s still a few seats left, so reserve your spot today.
📞 Call the 21st Ward office at 773-881-9300 to sign up.

They are making sure 21st Ward seniors can get there and enjoy the day! 💙

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