Transform Rockford

08/05/2025

Share your thoughts on what you would like to see in the next Rockford Fire Chief.

Attend a virtual Community Engagement Session.
on either Monday, August 18th or Tuesday, August 19th.

Learn more at:
https://transformrockford.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/FireChiefSessions.pdf

07/30/2025

🌟 Big things are happening across Rockford!

In this week’s Transform Rockford newsletter:
👶 A powerful Community Conversation on Early Childhood
🎒 Winning Start Winnebago is setting students up for success
🏗️ Colman Yards gains exciting new momentum
🏠 Rockford’s housing market reaches a new high

Stay informed and inspired — read the full update here:
🔗 https://transformrockford.org/news-updates-and-stories-july-29-2025

07/30/2025

TONIGHT: JULY 30th 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Join Alignment Rockford and We, the Village to learn more federal funding and the impact it could have on early childhood in Illinois.

DINNER & CHILDCARE PROVIDED!

Learn more and sign up!

Join us at Kresge Hall in Discovery Center Museum on Wednesday, July 30th for a powerful gathering hosted by Alignment Rockford, Illinois Action for Children, and We, the Village Coalition. This is your chance to: Connect with families, caregivers, educators, and community leaders Learn how you can....

07/10/2025

📬 The July 10 Transform Rockford Newsletter is Here!

This edition highlights the cultural celebration of Frida Fest, Rockford’s progress spotlighted on WIFR, the RPS superintendent search, new efforts to fight food insecurity, and strong interest in the new Excel Center.

📖 Read the full update and see how our community is continuing to move forward:
🔗 View the Newsletter by clicking on the image below. ⬇️

06/26/2025

Check out this Rockford on the Record episode.

Vic Rivera, Cat Valdez Doyle and Patricia Chavez talk about some of the great things happening in Southwest Rockford. It starts with the nonprofit La Onda. T...

06/26/2025

Here's the link to the full Rockford on the Record episode with Vic Rivera. Cat Valdez Doyle and Patricia Chavez.

Vic Rivera, Cat Valdez Doyle and Patricia Chavez talk about some of the great things happening in Southwest Rockford. It starts with the nonprofit La Onda. T...

06/23/2025

There's so much great stuff in our region that we take for granted. Let's enjoy the wonderful resources we have

06/13/2025

🚀 Rockford is on the rise—and others are taking notice.

Check out the latest Transform Rockford Newsletter for highlights showing our community’s momentum in action:

✅ Mayor McNamara’s State of the City affirms Rockford is moving in the right direction
✅ Rockford’s progress is being recognized across Illinois
✅ The Winnebago County Board has restored the chairman’s full authority, strengthening local leadership
✅ And for the first time in years—Rockford’s population is growing

This is the kind of progress we’ve all been working toward. Let’s keep it going.

📬 Read the full newsletter: 👇

05/21/2025

📣 The Transform Rockford Newsletter – May 21st Edition is now available!

In this issue, we highlight the momentum building in our community through:
✅ Revitalizing the Rockford Armory as a new home for the arts
✅ Neighborhood improvements through the Liveable Communities Initiative
✅ Student-built affordable housing with Rockford Habitat for Humanity

Each story reflects the power of collaboration and the impact we can make when we invest in people, places, and possibilities. 💪🏽🏡🎨

📬 Read the full newsletter here:
👉 https://transformrockford.org/news-updates-and-stories-may-21-2025/

05/01/2025

📣 May 1, 2025 Newsletter Highlights

From strengthening local leadership to honoring our past and building a safer future—this Transform Rockford newsletter is packed with purpose and progress:

✅ County Leadership Reform: We support restoring the Winnebago County Board Chairman’s full authority to ensure more effective, collaborative governance. Regional success demands accountability and alignment.

⚾ Women’s Baseball Legacy: The International Women’s Baseball Center takes a major step forward with $400,000 in new funding—bringing Rockford’s iconic Peaches legacy closer to its permanent home.

🚶‍♀️ Transforming Safety: With four pedestrian fatalities this year, Rockford launches a task force to make our streets safer for everyone who walks, bikes, or rolls.

Read the full newsletter ➡️
https://transformrockford.org/news-updates-and-stories-may-1-2025/

04/22/2025

📢 Transform Rockford’s April Newsletter is here!

This month, we’re focusing on leadership and community resilience:
📌 Why the RPS Superintendent Search matters to our students and future workforce
📌 How reevaluating county leadership can drive more effective local government
📌 A heartfelt welcome home to our returning soldiers — thank you for your service!

Let’s keep moving forward—together. 💪
Read the full newsletter here 👉 https://transformrockford.org/news-updates-and-stories-april-22-2025/