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As you know, my office and I have been working around the clock to address homelessness in the 26th Ward. This work is interdepartmental, requiring Chicago Park District, City of Chicago, and delegate agencies to coordinate region-specific outreach in order to off culturally-appropriate services. We have been meeting weekly, have surveyed our unhoused residents, and with data, are ready to unveil our plan.
I am proud to announce the 2024 Humboldt Park Encampment Initiative.
In collaboration with Mayor Brandon Johnson’s office, the Department of Family Support Services, and Chief Homelessness Officer Sendy Soto, we seek to house ALL tent encampment residents and help them move out of the park by December 2024. |
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As always, your calls and emails alerting us of non-emergency concerns are welcome. If you do encounter an emergency, please call 911 immediately.
As the Alderperson of the 26th Ward, it is imperative that we seek compassionate solutions for the issues that affect all residents of the 26th Ward, including our unhoused neighbors in Humboldt Park. If you agree, please sign our petition to bring a shelter to the 26th Ward. |
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| We are looking for a bilingual Communications Director. If you or someone you know is interested, please send a cover letter and resume to juanita@the26thward.org. Resumes will be accepted until EOD Monday, August 19th. You can find the job description here. |
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The Democratic National Convention is next week. Stay on top of alerts and changes:
Click the images below for more info. |
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I hope to see you at Sangria Fest this weekend!
In solidarity, Jessie Fuentes, 26th Ward Alderperson |
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Ward Nights are an opportunity to meet with Alderperson Fuentes about local or city issues. Meetings take place every Monday between 5pm - 7pm, are by appointment only, and available on a first come, first served basis. If you would like to meet with Alderperson Fuentes during Ward Night, please call or email the ward office at 773-395-0143 or info@the26thward.org. |
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Youth ages 14-21 are encouraged to apply to be part of the 26th Ward Youth Council! Be part of the participatory budgeting process and help guide me in determining legislative goals. Apply at bit.ly/youth26. |
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Museum Pass: Constituent Education Resource Card |
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We are excited to partner with Museums in the Park this year to provide the 26th Ward with a Constituent Education Resource Card! This card grants the cardholder and three additional guests with general admission to a number of different museums in Chicago. In order to obtain the card, please visit our office to follow the check out procedure. Please note that there is only one card within the ward so it is important to return the card after your museum visit. The program is valid until December 31, 2024. Request the Constituent Education Resource Card here. |
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NEW TO OUR SITE: Upcoming CDOT Projects |
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Join the Call for a New Non-Congregate Shelter in Humboldt Park! |
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As the Alderperson of the 26th Ward, I believe it is imperative that we seek compassionate solutions for the issues that affect all residents of the 26th Ward, including our unhoused neighbors in Humboldt Park.
Non-congregate shelters offer safer, more dignified living conditions than congregate shelters by providing individual rooms that grant privacy and autonomy to individuals experiencing homelessness.
By establishing a non-congregate shelter in Humboldt Park, we can address immediate needs while working towards long-term solutions for affordable housing and housing stability. By supporting this community initiative, we can work towards ensuring that all residents have access to safe shelter. Join me by adding your name to this petition if you want the City of Chicago to invest in a non-congregate shelter in Humboldt Park. SIGN THE PETITION |
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Street Sweeping Map & Schedule |
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The 26th Ward community-driven zoning process requires that anyone requesting a zoning change must first complete a zoning intake form. Once their intake form has been reviewed they are invited to present their zoning request to the 26th Ward Zoning Advisory Committee and must answer additional questions posed by the committee. When applicable, the person requesting a zoning change may also be required to present their zoning request to the broader public during a community input meeting. |
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We are currently reviewing zoning change requests for the following properties. You are invited to provide feedback at: the26thward.org/zoning. |
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Diverse Learners Recovery Fund |
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The Diverse Learners Recovery Fund Program was created by the Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities (MOPD) in partnership with Ada S. McKinley Community Services. It is aimed at providing financial assistance to families of children with disabilities, a population that was disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Diverse Learners Recovery Fund provides a one-time grant of $500 to up to 8,000 eligible K-12 students with disabilities through a lottery. To date, the program has selected and awarded 1,000 students with disabilities.
The eligibility requirements are: Reside in the City of Chicago Household income less than 300% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) Students currently enrolled in K-12 Public or Private Schools Student has a disability covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Up to 2 eligible students per household
To learn more and apply online, visit www.AdaMOPD.com. For questions, email MOPD@adasmckinley.org or call (312) 561-6965. |
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Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Scholarship Program |
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The Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) is accepting applications for their 2024 Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Scholarship Program. This program is designed to provide crucial financial assistance to Chicago residents who are pursuing post-secondary education and vocational training during the fall semester of 2024, with specific minimum income requirements for eligibility.
DFSS will host webinars on August 12th and August 19th at 10 a.m. To register for a webinar, applicants must email their preferred date and time to DFSScsbgscholarship@cityofchicago.org. Applications must be submitted via the web-based CSBG Scholarship Application Platform by 5 p.m. on Friday, September 6, 2024. |
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Roberto Clemente Community Academy Orientation |
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Roberto Clemente Community Academy's Student Orientation is coming up! Freshmen: August 21 at 9am Sophomores: August 22 at 9am Juniors: August 22 at 12pm Seniors: August 21 at 12pm Make sure to bring your shot records, summer school grades, proof of address, and updated contact information |
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Lloyd Elementary Back to School Picnic |
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Join Lloyd Elementary's Back to School Picnic on August 22 from 1-3pm. Meet your teachers and enjoy snacks, resources, and more. |
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Enroll Your Student with Tutoring Chicago |
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| Tutoring Chicago is a free program offering regular tutoring to economically disadvantaged students, and they are expanding to a new location in Mozart Park. They are still accepting student applications and recruiting volunteers to help tutor their students - sign up your child today! Visit www.tutoringchicago.org |
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Chicago Youth Centers is Now Enrolling |
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| Are you looking for a Head Start and/or Early Head Start child program? Look no further as Chicago Youth Centers has launched their enrollment application! To enrolled your children please click here. |
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Join in on a spectacular weekend! Chicago's Only Sangria Festival is bringing together the art of Sangria paired with Latin Cuisine! The two-day event will feature a sensational panel of Restaurants, Chefs, Bartenders/Mixologists hand crafting a variety of flavors. Sip, eat, and dance in the Park while experiencing multi-cultural live music of flamenco and samba entertainment that will take you on an Passport Jounrey. Tickets on sale now at sangriafestivalchicago.com |
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Free Haircuts at “Trim & Thrive” |
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Big Brothers Big Sister's Humboldt Park Link Up |
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Learn more about Big Brothers Big Sisters and the exciting new developments that are happening in Humboldt Park. This event will also be an evening where many can get together and collaborate with one another and learn about the impacts that organizations like Big Brothers Big Sisters can have. Register to attend here. |
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“La Havana Madrid” at Millenium Park |
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Grab your blankets, your picnic baskets, your titis and abuelitos and join us at Millennium Park on Friday, August 23rd for the return of the smash hit musical play and love letter to Chicago, La Havana Madrid, as part of the Millennium Park Residency Program and the Park’s 20th Anniversary Summer Season. Admission is FREE, and there’s plenty of room for everyone!
Starting at 5:30PM, DJ Julio Bishop will spin classic salsa music to get the party started. Then La Havana Madrid begins at 6:30PM. Bring your dancing shoes! |
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Bandera a Bandera Salsa Competition |
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El Corillo Original de Humboldt Park |
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El Corillo Original de Humboldt Park is playing every Sunday throughout the summer. Free to all! To donate, contact Ellie at 312-597-5188. |
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Hispanic Heritage Celebration at San Lucas Church |
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On Friday, September 6, San Lucas Church will host Hispanic Heritage Celebration. The event for all will feature haircuts, music, food, community information, wellness on wheels, and more. |
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National Rally for Recovery Hosted in Chicago |
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Join the Illinois Department of Human Services’ Division of Substance Use Prevention and Recovery (SUPR) and Division of Mental Health (DMH) in support of National Recovery Month 2024. Chicago has been chosen to host the National Recovery Hub event on September 21st, 2024, at UIC Credit Union 1 Arena. We want your help to spread the word that recovery is for everyone. Register here. |
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Casa Central 70th Anniversary Fundraising Gala |
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Casa Central 2024 Harvest Fest |
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“Interrupting Violence” Book Conversation at LOSAH |
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Small Business Improvement Fund Opens! |
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Hey #HumboldtPark: The Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF) opens for applications in September in the Division/Homan TIF and Humboldt Park Commercial TIF districts.
Apply at chicago.gov/sbif by Sept. 30, and register for an informational webinar at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 4 bit.ly/sept24sbif. |
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Chicago Rents is a program that connects landlords to tenants through multiple housing subsidy programs, allowing property partners to receive guaranteed rent, fill vacant units, and access individualized support. Chicago Rents is a program that was created in response to COVID-19 to centralize property partner relationships across multiple housing programs. Through Chicago Rents, property partners are connected with Chicagoans in need of housing, filling unit vacancies and making a real difference in Chicago's neighborhoods. For additional information, please visit: allchicago.org/chicagorents. If you are a landlord interested in joining the Chicago Rents program, you can click here to apply. |
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Special Concession Opportunity with the Chicago Park District |
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The Chicago Park District has opened its Notice of Application for a Special Concession Opportunity for 2025, which presents substantial opportunity for small businesses.
RSVP here to attend a Pre-submittal meeting (VIRTUAL) Tuesday, August 20, 2024. |
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Info Session & Pre-Screening: Protections for Immigrants |
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CDL Classes at Wright College |
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If you or someone you know is interested in CDL classes, Wright College at Humboldt Park is hosting a CDL Permit Workshop. Please share this information widely. For more details, visit the following page CDL Permit Workshop. |
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Emergency Supplemental Victims Fund |
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The Emergency Supplemental Victims Fund (ESVF) provides economic relief to victims and survivors of gunshot wounds and homicides. ESVF has now expanded to 15 priority communities with the highest levels of violence.
Who qualifies?
Victims or family members of victims who have suffered non-fatal gunshot wounds or homicide in the calendar year The incident occurred in one of the 15 communities listed Victim is a resident of one of the 15 communities who was victimized within the City of Chicago Families of people 24 years of age or younger who have been victims of homicide in the City of Chicago Victims and applicants must have proof of residency in the City of Chicago
You must work with a victim advocate from one of the funded delegate organizations that administers the program. See chicago.gov/ESVF for the complete list of funded organizations. |
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Trees provide numerous health benefits and can help our communities be more resilient to the impact of climate events and reduce greenhouse gasses, one of the leading causes of climate change. Request a free parkway tree by calling 3-1-1, on the mobile CHI311 app, or by visiting www.311.chicago.gov/s/article/Tree-planting |
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Free Classes at Humboldt Park Library |
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Youth Mental Health First Aid Training |
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The Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability (CCPSA) has introduced a new and improved interactive calendar, which you can click here to access. One of the key features of this calendar is the inclusion of the yearly meeting calendar for both the Commission for Public Safety and your Local District Councils. By simply visiting this website, you can find the dates, times, and locations of all scheduled meetings. 14th Police District Council Join elected District Councilors every first Saturday of the month at 1pm to work for better police accountability, restorative justice, and evidence based approaches to public safety. Please sign up at bit.ly/do14news for Councilor David Orlikoff's newsletter or email David.Orlikoff@cityofchicago.org with questions. |
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|  | After over a year of organizing and turning in 2400 petition signatures, the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability will host a public hearing on discriminatory and ineffective pretextual traffic stops on Tuesday, August 27th at 6:30pm at DuSable Museum, 740 E. 56th Pl, Hyde Park, Chicago, IL.
SIGN UP HERE at Bit.ly/F2MHearing with Free 2 Move to let them know that you can make it and give a public comment! If you can't come in person, virtual sign ups and virtual public comments will be available to sign up for in the days before the hearing. |
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Career Opportunities with the City |
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| Get paid for 9 weeks of virtual preparation (in the evenings) to be considered for a Mechanical Maintenance full time role at the nation’s largest producer of carbon-free energy.
If you are interested in learning more, complete an assessment form and join an info session which are ongoing through September 23.
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If you know someone looking for reproductive justice resources in Chicago, they can go to this Department of Public Health resource page to use the City’s digital community resource directory. There is also a free talkline (1-888-493-0092) where operators are available to share information on various reproductive justice options. |
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| If you need assistance with a city service, let us know! You can submit your request through our website, by giving us a call, or submitting a request directly to 311.chicago.gov. Our team is here to provide the support you need and ensure our community thrives. |
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