Bright Future

Stacy Jackson, Chicago Lights

Chicago Lights serves over 4,000 people through their 5 programs including tutoring, a dance academy and an urban farm and their adult program focuses on help with homelessness through food services and an enrichment program.

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Dec 09, 2020

Hosted by: Ellee Pai Hong

Produced by: Greater Chicago Newsmakers Team

#Illinois #General Interest #Local

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