Chicago Rehab Network

05/05/2026

Greater Union Baptist Church has one of the city’s most breathtaking sanctuaries, but it hasn't held indoor services since 2022 due to a broken HVAC system. Sitting just north of the United Center, could the struggling church benefit from the 1901 Project's planned $7 billion redevelopment of the area?

05/05/2026

The Chicago region is experiencing a housing crisis. Many people are struggling with high rent, eviction risk, and lost or unstable income.

United Way of Metro Chicago is responding.

➡️ Through our Response Fund, United Way is investing $250,000 in 20 organizations to immediately address housing and homelessness prevention — a need that continues to rise, according to recent 211 Metro Chicago data.

Our 24/7 social services helpline saw a 56% increase in housing-related requests from Cook County residents in April 2026 compared to April 2025. Housing support also made up 65% of all needs identified through 2-1-1. 📈

💬 “We’re seeing a sharp rise in calls to 211 Metro Chicago for housing support as instability grows for direct service providers and gaps widen in the local safety net. Response grants are a critical part of our strategy to ensure every individual and family can meet their basic needs — addressing urgent crises through the Response Fund, sustaining more than 130 nonprofits through impact grants, connecting residents to help through 2-1-1, and using that data to guide smarter investments.” – Sean Garrett, United Way of Metro Chicago President & CEO

🔗 Read the press release at https://bit.ly/4tMhXnr

All Chicago
BEDS Plus
Breakthrough Urban Ministries
Brighton Park Neighborhood Council
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet
Claretian Associates, Inc.
Cornerstone Community Development Corporation
DuPage Pads
Family Rescue
Featherfist
HANA Center
Housing Forward
The Inner Voice, Inc.
Journeys The Road Home
Law Center for Better Housing
Lawndale Christian Development Corporation - LCDC
Legal Aid Chicago
The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division
Spanish Coalition for Housing
The Resurrection Project

📸 Photos courtesy of Housing Forward and Claretian Associates, Inc.

05/05/2026

Taller de Compra de Vivienda – Mayo
📅 Sábado, 16 de mayo

Te invitamos a nuestro taller diseñado para guiarte en el proceso de compra de vivienda.

🗣️ Sesión en Español: 9:00 AM

🎓 Todos los asistentes recibirán un Certificado de Finalización, el cual puede ayudar a calificar para programas de asistencia para el pago inicial y oportunidades de ayuda financiera (grants 💰).

🏡 Da el siguiente paso hacia la compra de tu casa.

👉 Escanea para registrarte

05/05/2026

The full story link is in the comments below.

Most of the evictions were on the South Side, records suggest. But a quarter of the cases are missing key information, including addresses.

05/04/2026

04/20/2026

THAT...IS...A...WRAP! Congratulations to this amazing group of individuals who has completed the 2025-2026 Empowerment Series.
Illinois Housing Development AuthorityHabitat for Humanity ChicagoNeighborhood Housing Services of ChicagoHope FoundationLUCHAVoice of the People Uptown ChicagoClaretian Associates, Inc.

04/20/2026

THAT...IS...A...WRAP! Yes, another successful Empowerment Series has come to an end. This amazing group of individuals completed the 8 courses to be more efficient and more knowledgeable in their fields of supporting housing. CONGRATULATIONS to you all!
Illinois Housing Development AuthorityHabitat for Humanity ChicagoNeighborhood Housing Services of ChicagoLUCHAChicago Housing AuthorityVoice of the People Uptown ChicagoHope Foundation

04/08/2026

Habitat for Humanity Chicago making a huge impact on the south side of Chicago. Great work!

04/03/2026

Congratulations to Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago on 51 years of stabilizing and revitalize low and moderate-income communities throughout the greater Chicagoland area and suburbs. This organization help middle-class and working-class families purchase and maintain their own homes. NHS works to correct the inequities and end the exploitative practices that create housing insecurity. Well-maintained, owner-occupied homes have a range of economic, social, and psychological benefits for their residents and are critical components of stable and economically healthy neighborhoods.

03/24/2026

THE EMPOWERMENT SERIES.
Learn to be a leader in improving the quality of life in your community. CRN's Community Empowerment Workshop Series uses practical tools and real-world knowledge of practitioners to teach you how to effect positive change in communities through housing development. Offered annually, the training series is designed for staff and board members of community-based affordable housing development organizations, government employees, community bankers, small neighborhood developers, and elected officials and their staff.
Illinois Housing Development AuthorityHabitat for Humanity Chicago

03/11/2026

On Day 2 of the Chicago Rehab Network Empowerment Series focused on Project and Construction Management, participants were led by Angela Hurlock, CEO of Claretian Associates, on an engaging tour of three development sites on the South Side of Chicago. The group visited Thrive Exchange, Project H.O.O.D., and Sacred Apartments. These projects demonstrate the power of community-focused development, as together they will bring significant affordable housing to the South Side while also providing critical programs, services, and opportunities that support neighborhood growth and stability. To learn more about the Empowerment Series visit www.chicagorehab.org

THRIVE EXCHANGE 79TH STREET
Transforming Communities Through Equitable Development
Welcome to Thrive Exchange, a $100 million community investment project at 79th Street and Exchange Avenue. Our mission is to reimagine, revitalize, and reinvest in South Shore and South Chicago, addressing critical needs such as access to healthcare, quality affordable housing, and financial stability.
Reimagine, Revitalize and Reinvest in South Shore and South Chicago
Thrive Exchange is a transformative community investment project that aims to address three critical needs in our community: access to health care, quality affordable housing, and financial stability. Led by experienced partners with deep roots in the community, Thrive Exchange is committed to reimagining, revitalizing, and reinvesting in South Shore and South Chicago. Visit: https://www.thrive.exchange/about-us

SACRED APARTMENTS
About the project
This project is sponsored by the Interfaith Housing Development Corporation (IHDC) and Claretian Associates. IHDC’s mission is to develop long-term affordable housing for low-income, underserved populations in collaboration with local communities. Since 1991, Claretian Associates has created, managed, and/or purchased over 240 affordable units of housing to improve South Chicagoans access to decent affordable housing. Claretian Associates utilizes a comprehensive method of community development for the complete revitalization of the South Chicago community. Visit: https://www.claretianassociates.org/were-building.html

Project H.O.O.D. (Helping Others Obtain Destiny) was born out of a deep commitment to transform lives and uplift communities in the heart of Chicago. Our journey began with the unwavering vision of our founder, Pastor Corey Brooks, who believed in the power of education, mentorship, and community development to break the cycle of poverty and create a brighter future.
Visit: https://www.projecthood.org/about