TAKE THE MYSTERY OUT OF SECURING STATE GRANT FUNDING: REGISTER TODAY FOR AN ICJIA TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WORKSHOP

Register today for a free, online, two-part ICJIA grant writing workshop. These online workshops are designed to help ease the application process for agencies in need of grant funding. Participants will learn about the ICJIA grant process and how to comply with the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA). GATA certification is required to apply for and receive ICJIA grants.

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CHICAGO – The deadline to submit art to the goal setting competition introduced by Senator Patricia Van Pelt has been extended to Friday, May 1.

All entries must include the student's name, grade and school. Students can mail their artwork (letter or legal) to Van Pelt’s district office, located at 1016 W. Jackson Blvd. Chicago, IL 60607 or email a clear photo of their drawings to the following emails: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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SPRINGFIELD – Restaurants, hotels and other small businesses across the state are encouraged to take advantage of two new emergency assistance programs, State Senator Patricia Van Pelt (D- Chicago) announced. 

“This pandemic has put a halt to many of the local businesses Illinoisians depend on,” Van Pelt said. “It’s good the Governor has set emergency programs in place, so that our city’s small businesses can get the relief they need. Otherwise the repercussions of this pandemic may cause insurmountable damage.”

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If you or someone you know is in need of employment, please see the list of essential businesses below that are hiring now: 

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