Resource Guide

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.

Esperanza Health Centers: Call (773) 584-6200 to schedule your COVID-19 vaccine appointment. Available to any adult 18 years and older.

Sinai Chicago is offering Covid-19 vaccines to Chicagoans over the age of 16.

Saint Anthony Hospital is offering Covid-19 vaccines to Chicagoans over the age of 16.

IMMIGRATION LEGAL SERVICES

Latinos Progresando Immigration Hotline: Monday-Friday, 8:30am – 4pm | (773) 542-7077 Ext. 10

FOR FAMILIES

Chicago Public Library has free online resources

Action for Healthy Kids: Resources for parents to keep kids healthy and active

Amazon Audible: Stream stories in six languages

National Museum of Mexican Art: Fun activities for all ages

FOR YOUTH

Best Colleges – Scholarships for Latino students

One Summer Chicago: employment and internship opportunities for young adults

CYvP: Chicago Youth (virtual) Programs

Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago: academic, health, and leadership programs

After School Matters: Paid stipend afterschool program for high school students.

Girls in the Game

FOR SENIORS

My Block, My Hood, My City: Disinfectant wipes, Emergen-C supplements and other items for seniors, while supplies last

Taller de Jose: Remote accompaniment services, call (773) 523-8320.

FOR SMALL BUSINESSES + NONPROFITS

Online MBA – Resources for Entrepreneurs

Nonprofit Resources from Forefront

Nonprofit Resources from Bridgespan Group

FOR ARTISTS

Arts and Culture Leaders of Color Emergency Fund

Artwork Archive