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ARCHER HEIGHTS - ASHBURN - BACK OF THE YARDS - BRIGHTON PARK - CLEARING - GAGE PARK - GARFIELD RIDGE - SCOTTSDALE - THE LAWNS - WEST ELSDON

HELPING
NEW ARRIVALS

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mission

Build a community among our neighborhoods.

We break down barriers, borders and boundaries in order to build a community for all on the Southwest Side of Chicago.

We connect young families with the things they need, via our Freebies for Families events.

 

We connect small businesses to each other, and to free resources to level the playing field among an area rife with corporate chains. 

 

We publish all information in dual languages, so no one is left out.

 

If a wall stands in our way, we'll break it down.

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A NONPARTISAN & NON-RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATION

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something new for the sw side

The Collective is a collection of groups dedicated to specific initiatives on the southwest side of Chicago. 

 

Our groups meet monthly to tackle issues like development, crime and placemaking. 

 

If you want to make a difference in your Midway-area neighborhood, but aren't sure where to start...you're in the right place.

ACTIVISM, DESIGNED FOR BUSY PEOPLE

Check out an upcoming event, join a group that lines up with your interests, or sign up your friends or family to take on a task on your own time.

  • De Colores Art Cafe
    De Colores Art Cafe
    تواريخ متعددة
    الأربعاء، 04 أكتوبر
    De Colores Ice Cream & Coffee
    04 أكتوبر، 4:30 م – 6:30 م
    De Colores Ice Cream & Coffee, 3838 W 49th St, Chicago, IL 60632, USA
    04 أكتوبر، 4:30 م – 6:30 م
    De Colores Ice Cream & Coffee, 3838 W 49th St, Chicago, IL 60632, USA
    Every Wednesday from 4:30-6:30, we host a free art class. Please RSVP in order to participate.
  • Tree Planting Event
    Tree Planting Event
    السبت، 07 أكتوبر
    Mark Twain Elementary School
    07 أكتوبر، 9:00 ص – 1:00 م
    Mark Twain Elementary School, 5134 S Lotus Ave, Chicago, IL 60638, USA
    07 أكتوبر، 9:00 ص – 1:00 م
    Mark Twain Elementary School, 5134 S Lotus Ave, Chicago, IL 60638, USA
    Join us and our partner Openlands for an end-of-season tree planting event.
  • Dia de Muertos
    Dia de Muertos
    السبت، 28 أكتوبر
    United Credit Union, south parking lot
    28 أكتوبر، 12:00 م
    United Credit Union, south parking lot, 4444 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60632, USA
    28 أكتوبر، 12:00 م
    United Credit Union, south parking lot, 4444 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60632, USA

QUICK ACTION FOR CURIE PARK

ACTION NEEDED: improve curie park

OUR GROUPS & AREAS OF FOCUS

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Green Space Project

In our industry-heavy communities, environmental concerns are not prioritized, so our Green Space Project takes a hard look at issues like air quality, park conditions and more.

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FREEBIES FOR FAMILIES

This group helps parents & guardians connect with other families by organizing our bi-monthly, free clothing & gear swap. Think of it as "mutual aid for mamas."

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SW Chi chamber

Our Small Business group has become its own SW Chi Chamber, a membership-based small business support group.

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Cycling Advocacy

Our SW Side Bike Group conducts monthly rides, advocates for bike safety and works with partners such as Divvy to bring bikes to the community.

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GROUND RULES

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1.

We do not and will not tolerate hate speech, race baiting, sexism, ageism or any tactics meant to cause divisiveness among our participants.

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This group is nonpartisan and welcomes all...even those who may not agree with your personal beliefs, political views, or religion. We will need to work together regardless of these factors.

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We do not and will not allow active political candidates to pitch, solicit or recruit volunteers at our meetings or outings. And we do not endorse them as a group, either. We are a 501c3.

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A participant is welcome until they make themselves unwelcome.

[That means, whether in person or on our social media, if your attitude sucks, you'll be asked to leave.]

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