Hope Chicago

We are deeply honored and thankful for this visibility. The work continues. 5 partner high schools was just the start. Sending 30,000 CPS graduates and families to and through higher education is going to take all of us—from corporate partners to individual stakeholders. Round of applause to Pete Kadens, Janice Jackson, EdD, Ted Koenig, all our supporters, and most importantly, our current (and future!) Hope Scholars. https://lnkd.in/g8fUsr-n

We know that getting to and through college is so important, but it’s also crucial that Hope Chicago provides opportunities for Scholars to see and explore opportunities where their skills and passions can be applied. That’s why we’ve built a dream team of partners and expanded our C.O.R.E. program — Careers and Opportunities for Retention and Exposure — bringing valuable internship experience to our Scholars. This op-ed from A Better Chicago's Beth Swanson,?is a great reminder that opportunities outside of the classroom are just as important to our mission. ?? Read the full piece: https://lnkd.in/dFBPUTek ?? to our C.O.R.E. Partners: Accenture, Alternatives, Akoya Capital, LLC, BMO U.S., CLYCO, Golden Apple Foundation, Monroe Capital LLC, Northwestern Medicine, P33 Chicago, Rudd Resources LLC, Styker, Wintrust Financial Corporation, YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, school2life, The CAFE Group, CareerSpring, Robert Half, and Moji Akinde. Are you interested in joining Hope Chicago’s C.O.R.E efforts? Fill out this form: https://lnkd.in/dfyAqQUK #HopeChicago #LeadWithHope

Pursuing dreams, breaking barriers, and building brighter futures for Chicago families and communities. ???? Ustedes nos inspiran, Hope Scholars y Hope Parent Scholars. #HispanicHeritageMonth #HopeChicago #LeadWithHope

Chicago Bears wide receiver Tyler Scott visited Hope Chicago Scholars at?Johnson College Prep! After?his first season, Tyler went back to University of Cincinnati to complete his degree. He shared advice on persistence, hard work, and instilled in future Hope scholars that you always have to finish what you started. Thank you Tyler and????? #HopeChicago #BearsCare

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker is our #1 fan ??????. Not only has he increased funding for K-12 and higher education, but he’s also committed himself to expanding MAP grants to give more financial assistance to those in need, AND supports tuition free community-college to ease student debt ?? Thank you, Governor, for being a true advocate for Illinois students. You’re a “certified” Hope Chicago Champion ?? #LeadWithHope

Congratulations are in order for our very own Janice Jackson, EdD! ?????? Today Dr. Jackson was named one of Chicago’s “Notable Black Leaders” by Crain's Chicago Business! Dr. Jackson is (and has been!) a powerhouse for Chicago students and families and we couldn’t be prouder to see her among great company.? As Hope Chicago’s CEO, Jackson works every day to deliver on Hope’s promise of debt-free higher education and career support for thousands of students and families – while also sparking systemic change to eliminate the racial and economic wealth gap for our communities. ?? Congratulations, Dr. Jackson and all the Notable Leaders! ?? View the full list: https://lnkd.in/dz7_X3eJ #HopeChicago #CrainsChicagoBusiness #LeadWithHope

Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton is no stranger to making higher education accessible and affordable.???? In her time with the Pritzker administration, she supported increase funding for colleges as well as reducing student debt.? Her focus on the success of Illinois students is the reason we’re proud to call her a “certified” Hope Chicago Champion. ?? #LeadWithHope

Representative Edgar Gonzalez Jr. is all about the students. Born and raised in Little Village and a CPS Graduate, Gonzalez has been a strong advocate for the well-being and mental health of Illinois students, but he’s also been pushing for increased financial assistance for Illinois students through Hope Chicago and MAP expansion.? ? Thank you for always having Illinois students’ backs and being a “certified” Hope Chicago Champion ??

At a time when pursuing a postsecondary education remains in question for so many traditional-aged and adult students nationally, we’re proud to be part of the reason Illinois families are going after their higher ed ambitions—two generations at a time ICYMI: Illinois universities are soaring by supporting community college transfers, expanding financial aid, recruiting around the clock and of course, partnering with orgs like Hope Chicago to clear the burden of college debt. Let’s keep this going, Illinois! #SIUC #UIUC #WIU #SIUE #HopeChicago

Chicago native and Senate Majority Leader Kimberly Lightford has played a key role in improving educational opportunities for students across Illinois. Throughout her career she has utilized her platform to help students from marginalized communities achieve their academic goals ???? That’s why she’s a proud partner in our mission of helping Hope Scholars get to and through higher education, stress-free and debt-free! ??? ? Thank you Leader Lightford for standing with Chicago students. You are a “certified” Hope Chicago Champion ?? ? #LeadWithHope