West Side Forward

Driving economic impact & community change for the West Side of Chicago. #WestSideForward

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We’re gearing up for our Fall Programming. Here’s a look at the programs we have coming up:

▪️ Pocket Cinema for Entrepreneurs Series
▪️ Seen, Paid, Heard Series

To learn more visit https://t.co/6dZEzDHj9w

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Today, we pause to honor and celebrate the life, leadership, and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the West Side Forward office will be closed today. The office will reopen tomorrow Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

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📣UPCOMING OFFICE CLOSURE📣

The West Side Forward office will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

The office will reopen on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

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Happy New Year from West Side Forward!

Our office is currently closed for an extended holiday break and will reopen on Monday, January 5, 2026.

We look forward to connecting and continuing our work together in 2026!

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✨ The West Side Forward team wishes you a happy holiday season! ✨

Our office will be closed beginning at 3:00 PM on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, through Friday, January 2, 2026, and will reopen on Monday, January 5, 2026.

We look forward to connecting with you in the New Year!

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Support West Side Forward This GivingTuesday - https://t.co/rXyLl8FDzT

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🚨 Presidential Message Alert!

This GivingTuesday, you can be part of what’s next—your support helps fuel our programs, expand initiatives, and build a stronger future together.

💻 Watch now and get involved: https://t.co/bUZjMDhDsS
📱 Or text GIVE to 773-269-3479

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Happy #GivingTuesday!

As we wrap up our Your Impact in Action campaign, we’re celebrating the People, Progress, and Possibilities your support fuels at West Side Forward.

Join us in moving People, Progress & Possibilities forward.

Give today at https://t.co/bUZjMDhDsS.

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1 day until #GivingTuesday!

We’ve been kicking off our Your Impact in Action campaign, highlighting the People, Progress, and Possibilities of West Side Forward, building on last year’s Our Stories, Your Impact initiative.

Want to learn more? Visit https://t.co/bUZjMDhDsS.

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Happy #SmallBusinessSaturday!

Today we celebrate the entrepreneurs and small business owners who power our communities.

Join us in showing your support #ShopLocal and make a difference right here in our West Side neighborhoods. 🛍️❤️

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Happy Thanksgiving to all who celebrate!

In observance of the holiday, the West Side Forward office will be closed today and will reopen on Monday, December 1, 2025.

Wishing everyone a safe holiday weekend.

#Thanksgiving #WestSideForward

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📅 Just 7 Days Until GivingTuesday!

We’re only one week away from GivingTuesday — December 2, 2025!

Learn more about our Your Impact in Action campaign:
https://t.co/bUZjMDhDsS

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The West Side Forward office will be closed beginning at 3 p.m. Wednesday, November 26, 2025, through Friday, November 28, 2025, in observance of Thanksgiving.

The office will reopen on Monday, December 1, 2025.

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Today, we’re expressing our heartfelt gratitude to Chicago BACP.

Your partnership helps us strengthen local businesses, create opportunities, and build a thriving community. 💼❤️

Thank you, BACP!

Learn more about our Your Impact in Action campaign:
https://t.co/bUZjMDhDsS

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November Newsletter 2025 | Resources For Your Business + Career - https://t.co/GHvA5vLefr

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🌟 GivingTuesday 2025 Is Almost Here!

Only 20 days to go — December 2, 2025!

Join us in celebrating Your Impact in Action and help us continue making a difference on Chicago’s West Side.

📲Learn more or give today: https://t.co/bUZjMDhDsS or text GIVE to 773-269-3479.

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Today, we’re highlighting a major milestone in West Side Forward’s history.

In 2023, during our Spring Meet & Greet, Illinois Comptroller Susana A. Mendoza visited our office for a stakeholder meeting.

Learn more about our campaign or support our work: https://t.co/bUZjMDhDsS

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❗FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: Apply to the Neighborhood Opportunity Fund (NOF) presented by the Department of Planning and Development (DPD). The deadline to apply is Friday, November 14. Learn more or apply here: https://t.co/LQ9gUO8jso

#Funding #Grants #Chicago

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Due to the government shutdown, SNAP benefits may be cut off starting November 1, 2025.

If you or someone you know needs food support, here are a few food pantries across Chicago’s West Side ready to help. ❤️

Please share this information and spread the word.

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Today, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to our funders. Thank you for believing in our mission and for standing with West Side Forward.

Learn how you can support our work: https://t.co/bUZjMDhDsS or text GIVE to 773-269-3479.

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📣 Heads up! A new West Side Forward newsletter is dropping soon.
Don’t miss upcoming events, funding news, and community updates!
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