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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 »

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Calling high school seniors and current college students: The application for the 2025 Miller-Perez Family Scholarship Fund is officially open!

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 5PM

AMOUNT

$2,000 for 2025-2026 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 2025-2026 academic year
Not previously awarded a scholarship from Latinos Progresando
Experience financial need
Commitment to the betterment of the Latino and/or immigrant community. 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 »