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Outside the City

Outside the City - 6:26

With a 50% increase in demand for food, West Suburban Community Food Pantry is able to serve people in both a safe and professional manner. Needs are great in the city, suburbs and rural areas, with the pantry serving the DuPage County areas.

Emerging Needs Fund

Emerging Needs Fund - 6:53

The United Way COVID-19 Emerging Needs Fund gives financial support, provides food and shelter and basic needs for individuals and families. The fund also supports child care services for essential workers and first responders.

Focus on Resources

Focus on Resources - 6:41

Casa Central transforms lives and offers community support with a special focus on Hispanics. Over 400 workers with precautions in place focus on seniors, their safety & health. With heightened tensions there is also an increase in child welfare issues.

Breath of Fresh Air

Breath of Fresh Air - 7:44

Ann Wasser, Director of Severson Dells Nature Center discusses a variety of ways to connect with nature during the time of COVID-19. Step outside, stay local and explore. Experience the physical and mental benefits of nature!

From Diapers to Utilities

From Diapers to Utilities - 6:58

COVID-19 has hit everyone hard and Gads Hill Center is trying to respond accordingly to the needs of the families they serve. The beginning of the pandemic saw a greater need for food and baby supplies while the need is now shifting to rent & utilities.

Time for More Transparency

Time for More Transparency - 9:40

During these tough times, Chicago Alderman Scott Waguespack discusses the significant challenges in the city, local businesses hit hard and how the government works in the time of a pandemic.

Census Despite COVID-19

Census Despite COVID-19 - 6:25

With the budgetary impacts of COVID-19 on local communities and 2 congressional representative seats at stake, it's more important than ever to fill out your census. You can fill out online or by phone.

Lost Revenue

Lost Revenue - 7:13

Illinois has over 1200 cities & towns, & all are being economically impacted during the COVID-19 crisis. Brad Cole of the Illinois Municipal League talks about how lost revenue can cause businesses to close, layoffs and reducing programs.

Building Better Lives

Building Better Lives - 6:16

Organizations are facing numerous challenges for providing services during the current health crisis. Amidst the challenges, ChildServe can still provide essential supplies, continue to run their teen group homes and help those in their program to Build Better Lives.

Hardest to Count

Hardest to Count - 6:21

Martina Hone of the YWCA Chicago encourages everyone to participate in the Census 2020. Distribution of dollars in your neighborhood is because of the census. Please fill out via mail, online or phone. Don't be under counted.

Filling Basic Essential Needs

Filling Basic Essential Needs - 5:09

Cradles to Crayons helps to fill the needs of children in at risk communities through care packages. Since the COVID-19 crisis, focus has shifted to more basic essential items they are supplying including diapers, wipes and books.

Rising Volunteer Needs

Rising Volunteer Needs - 5:36

Serve Illinois has an increased need for volunteers during the COVID-19 epidemic. This emergency operations center currently has several ways to contribute, including volunteering, PPE donations and donations to the Covid19 response fund.

Isolation Can Increase Anxiety

Isolation Can Increase Anxiety - 6:07

1 in 4 people experience mental illness & with the current shelter in place, many are feeling an increase in anxiety. Grace Hong Duffin, of the Kenneth Young Center discusses the services they offer & praises their staff for rallying.

Illinois Red Cross in Unprecedented Times

Illinois Red Cross in Unprecedented Times - 5:35

The Red Cross never stops, even during this current crisis. With additional protocols in place, including temperature screening at blood drives, & virtually responding when possible, the Illinois Red Cross continues to serve local communities.

Mayors Working Together

Mayors Working Together - 7:34

The Metropolitan Mayors Caucus is able to provide support & serve as a resource to over 270 suburban mayors. Acting as a conduit to the governor's office & gathering info during the current pandemic is paramount to the process of reopening the economy.

Financial Tips During Crisis

Financial Tips During Crisis - 8:34

Chicago City Treasurer Melissa Conyears Ervin has updated their website to be a 1 stop shop for financial tips during the COVID-19 crisis. Links are available to help with city, state, federal and county resources.

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