Chi North Lawndale Chamber of Commerce

10/02/2026

The Chi North Lawndale Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome Embrace Love Economic Solutions Group, LLC to our Chamber family!

Embrace Love is committed to creating opportunities, strengthening businesses, building capacity, and advancing economic development through consulting, strategic planning, business support, and community engagement.

We welcome their vision, expertise, and commitment to helping people and businesses grow.

Strong Businesses. Strong Families. Stronger Community.
Everybody Eats. We Teach People How to Fish.

09/30/2026

The Chi North Lawndale Chamber of Commerce believes qualified neighborhood businesses should have equitable access to economic opportunities authorized by the City Council.

Our position is simple: move the licensing process forward, provide a clear and transparent process, and ensure eligible businesses can access the opportunities available to them.

North Lawndale entrepreneurs are working every day to create jobs, serve residents, and keep our commercial corridors active.

Everybody Eats.

Read the full statement featured by the Chicago Sun-Times and join the conversation about supporting our local businesses.

Chi North Lawndale Chamber of Commerce
Building the Change We Deserve

09/21/2026

Building pathways to opportunity starts with investing in people. 🏗️

The Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program is now accepting applications for its sixth round of funding. Since launching in 2021, the program has awarded $70 million and served more than 7,000 Illinois residents.

Qualified organizations may apply for grants ranging from $150,000 to $550,000 to help prepare Illinois residents for careers in construction and the building trades.

📅 Application Deadline: October 2 at 5:00 PM

🔗 Learn more and apply through the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO): https://dceo.illinois.gov/aboutdceo/grantopportunities/2614-4323.html

Skilled Workers. Stronger Illinois.

09/19/2026

What happened to the community corner we negotiated years ago seems like new silent deals are back

09/19/2026

North Lawndale’s voice matters—and our community must be at the table when decisions about our schools are made. Today, our Community Engagement Team and Education Committee attended the 2026 Elected School Board District Candidate Forum to listen, learn, and advocate for the families, educators, and students who deserve to be informed, represented, and heard. 📚🗳️

Your voice can help shape the future of our schools. Stay engaged, ask questions, and make sure your perspective is part of the conversation.

Even on his Birthday John Scott is present in community🤞🏾

09/18/2026

🌿 Growing Business. Growing Community. Growing North Lawndale!

The Chi North Lawndale Chamber of Commerce proudly welcomes Johndrea Holt, Owner of Beauty of Nature Land Care Services, to our Chamber family!

A serial entrepreneur, community member, mother, wife, and dedicated business owner, Johndrea brings experience, wisdom, love, and a strong commitment to serving our communities.

From lawn care and landscaping to property maintenance, cleanups, and seasonal services, Beauty of Nature is ready to help keep our neighborhoods beautiful. 🌱

Welcome to the Chamber, Johndrea! We’re proud to grow with you.

09/17/2026

09/16/2026

The Chicago North Lawndale Chamber of Commerce proudly showed up for the kickoff Education Committee meeting hosted by the North Lawndale Community Action Council (NLCAC) and the North Lawndale Community Coordinating Council (NLCCC).

The Chamber introduced its new Education Chair, Genese Blanchard, who connected with the committee’s co-chairs, community leaders, CPS Network 5 and Network 7 chiefs, and the Executive Director of North Lawndale Parent University and Community Engagement.

This was a powerful first step toward building stronger partnerships and creating greater educational opportunities for North Lawndale’s children, youth, and families. We are looking forward to the work ahead! 📚🤝🏾🌱