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- Annual Convention
- Annual Fundraiser
- Senior Health Fair
- End of the Summer Celebration
- Youth Rally
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KOCO is growing! We are in the thick of planning an even brighter future here at 4242 S. Cottage Grove. We have big plans to expand our decades-long commitment to our community. Will you help us reach our goals? kocoonline.org/donate
THIS is why we serve low-income and working Black & Brown families throughout Kenwood-Oakland, and why we aim to be a model for the nation. #KOCOmmunity
www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2022/02/23/most-black-americans-say-they-can-meet-basic-needs-finan...
www.pewresearch.org
Fewer than half of Black adults say they have a three-month emergency fund, and some have taken multiple jobs to make ends meet.
Another positive sign of GROWTH in the Kenwood-Oakland community! But this raises the question: Mayor Lightfoot, where are the 52 lots of affordable housing that you signed your name to? We haven't forgotten, and we won't let you forget either! Yes to growth, NO TO DISPLACEMENT!
blockclubchicago.org/2022/03/16/more-homes-coming-to-bronzevilles-drexel-boulevard/
More Homes Coming To Bronzeville's Drexel Boulevard
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A frequent Bronzeville developer wants to build rowhomes and a single-family home on vacant lots near 40th and Drexel.
Thank you, The Field Foundation of Illinois for naming us among your January/Winter 2022 Grantees! Your support is needed as we work with working and low-income Black & Brown families in the fight for EQUITY and JUSTICE.
Through the sustained engagement of low-income and working families, we develop multi-generational leaders who impact decision-making processes and public policies, improving the quality of life in our local communities. #KOCOCommunity
“Thanks so much! I thought folks had forgotten about us!”
That’s what our seniors tell us when we deliver the fresh food, canned goods and cleaning supplies we buy and package for our most vulnerable community members.
Since the pandemic began in 2020, #KOCOServes has assisted MORE THAN 7,000 SENIORS.
Thanks to our youth leaders like Hassan, KOCOServes coordinator. Help us continue to fill the need: www.kocoonline.org/donate
KOCO is growing! We are in the thick of planning an even brighter future here at 4242 S. Cottage Grove. We have big plans to expand our decades-long commitment to our community. Will you help us reach our goals? kocoonline.org/donate
KOCO salutes Ms. Frances Banks! Ms. Banks is our oldest and one of our strongest leaders who has been on the front lines with us on many of our biggest fights and continues to stand strong. Thank you Ms. Banks!
THIS is why KOCO serves low-income and working Black & Brown families throughout Kenwood-Oakland, and why we aim to be a model for the nation. #KOCOmmunity
www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2022/02/23/most-black-americans-say-they-can-meet-basic-needs-finan...
www.pewresearch.org
Fewer than half of Black adults say they have a three-month emergency fund, and some have taken multiple jobs to make ends meet.
Thank you, The Field Foundation of Illinois for naming us among your January/Winter 2022 Grantees! Your support is needed as we work with working and low-income Black & Brown families in the fight for EQUITY and JUSTICE.
Through the sustained engagement of low-income and working families, we develop multi-generational leaders who impact decision-making processes and public policies, improving the quality of life in our local communities. #KOCOCommunity
The KOCO family was left shocked and saddened by the recent passing of Amina Green, a beloved board member, staff member, parent-mentor coordinator and the essence of grace and uplift.
Our resolution in honor of Amina: drive.google.com/file/d/1zmxbPmMjUb_TbRKyTaqnxrKIi7BtUUsg/view
We LOVE to see GROWTH in our community, but we must make sure these amenities benefit residents who live here NOW. We will not let the beautification of our neighborhood be a prelude to gentrification. Yes to growth, NO TO DISPLACEMENT. #KOCommunity
blockclubchicago.org/2022/04/12/bronzeville-trail-a-606-style-bike-and-pedestrian-path-for-south-...
Bronzeville Trail, A 606-Style Bike And Pedestrian Path For South Side, Finally Moving Forward
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The elevated, 2-mile biking and hiking trail would start near 40th and Dearborn streets and go east to 41st Street and Lake Park Avenue. An event introducing the project to the public is slated for Ap...
Why does #kocoserves deliver fresh food and supplies to our seniors? Because recognize the need and rise to meet that need.
As inflation continues to make everything more expensive, please help us keep our promise to our seniors: www.kocoonline.org/donate.
www.chicagotribune.com/news/breaking/ct-food-insecurity-hinsdale-burrito-controversy-20220125-xkn...
www.chicagotribune.com
For a brief moment over the weekend, west suburban Hinsdale became the center of a viral moment involving inflation, burritos, wealth and privilege.