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Latinos Progresando’s team has compiled a list of resources that we hope will help you, your family or your business. We will continue to add resources as we learn about them. (Versión en español)

GENERAL RESOURCES

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

CDC Resources for Healthcare Professionals Caring for COVID-19 Patients

Illinois Department of Public Health

City of Chicago Coronavirus Response Center

CATCH Health at Home: a Google classroom with free health, nutrition and physical activity materials

Fraud & Scam Alert (via Marquette Bank)

Federal Trade Commission

Funeral and Burial Assistance

Cash Assistance for Immigrant Families

EMPLOYMENT

Illinois Unemployment Assistance

Employment Opportunities

FOR FOOD

Greater Chicago Food Depository

SNAP Benefits

Chicago Public Schools Food Distribution Centers

FOR HEALTH

American Heart Association: Heart-healthy recipies and ways to stay active

CDC Tips for Mental Health

Esperanza Health Centers: Available for in-person care and telehealth, call (773) 584-6200. Read more »

Posts Categorized: Education

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Calling high school seniors and current college students: The application for the 2024 Miller-Perez Family Scholarship Fund is officially open!

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Monday, April 15, 2024 at 5PM

AMOUNT

$2,000 for 2024-2025 academic year

APPLY HERE

QUALIFICATIONS
Admitted or enrolled in an undergraduate degree-seeking program or certificate program at a US-accredited college or university
Enrolled for at least 6 credit hours for the 2024-2025 academic year
Not previously awarded a scholarship from Latinos Progresando
Experience financial need
Be of Latino and/or immigrant descent
Demonstrate commitment to community service
Reside in Cook County

REQUIREMENTS

ALL REQUIRED ITEMS MUST BE SUBMITTED VIA GOOGLE FORM

Details on the items listed below are available on the application form:
Application Form
Transcript
Resume
Letters of Recommendation
Financial Aid Form
Essay Response

Winners will be recognized on May 30, 2024. Read more »

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In 2019, Caroline Shoenberger, a longtime supporter and friend of Latinos Progresando, is offering a scholarship for Latino and immigrant students attending Harold Washington College in honor of her late father, Dr. Read more »