Pathway to Success - James R. Jordan Foundation Programs- 4:36
Jurni McCord, James R. Jordan Foundation
Posted Oct 24, 2017
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The James R. Jordan Foundation is dedicated to creating networks of support for families and communities. They exist to strengthen families, motivate youth and ensure high quality academic opportunities for children in under-served communities. Together with their partners, they make a difference. They empower children to achieve their full potential, and level the playing field for them to become productive contributors to society.
Hosted by: Ellee Pai HongProduced by: Greater Chicago Newsmakers Team
The newly redeveloped Theater on the Lake complex boasts The Lakefront Restaurant & the Skyline Patio, available for private rentals & public events. This new venue is a collaboration partnership with Lakefront Hospitality Group & the Chicago Park Dist.
10% of the population has one of two types of diabetes. Type 2 grows during your life and is mostly based on diet. Diabetes Food Hub is a website where people can find guidance and healthy recipes for help planning their diet.
The Main Street Approach offers community-based revitalization initiatives with a practical, adaptable framework for downtown transformation that is easily tailored to local conditions.
Summer brings out the best! With concerts, new public art pieces, multiple street festivals & block club parties there is so much to see and do. And don't forget to relax and enjoy the lakefront.
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Brian Bannon will discuss the future of libraries and current CPL offerings that connect Chicago communities to technology, resources and learning at 80 locations across the city. He'll discuss the innovative co-located libraries with CHA housing, as well as other capital investments being made in partnership with the City of Chicago and Mayor Rahm Emanuel. He'll discuss how we're able to offer additional job finding and technology resources thanks to a gift from Comcast to Chicago Public Library Foundation, which will support YOUmedia, Maker Lab and Cybernavigator programs at Woodson, Whitney Young and Altgeld branches.
Opening this summer, the Chicago Architecture Center is home to everything architecture in Chicago with illuminating tours, imaginative programs exciting, new interactive exhibits that reveal the stories behind the city’s architectural marvels.
For the first time in its eight year history the Department of Defense Warrior Games are being hosted by the City of Chicago. 265 Athletes from around the country will showcase their skills in eight adaptive sports that culminate with a medal ceremony on the final night. Witness the resilience of the wounded, ill, and injured service members and veterans from all branches of the U.S. Military in The 2017 Warrior Games.
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