The Emergency Rental Assistance program awards grants of up to $5,000 to individuals who have fallen behind on their rent payments since March 1. The application deadline has been extended to Aug. 28—apply now at ERA.IHDA.org.

The Emergency Mortgage Assistance program will offer up to $15,000 to eligible homeowners with unpaid mortgage payments after March 1. Applications will be available starting Aug. 24 at EMA.IHDA.org.

For both programs, applicants must meet certain income requirements and be able to demonstrate losses as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. Funds are limited, so apply as soon as possible. Call the Illinois Housing Development Authority toll-free at 1-888-252-1119 or visit IDHA.org for assistance with your application.

Our Back 2 School Fest is coming up on Saturday, August 15, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. At this drive-thru event we will be giving away free book bags, school supplies, masks and food.

This event will also be at my district office located at 8233 S. Princeton Ave in Chicago. Enter using Princeton Ave next to West Chatham Park.

RSVP by calling my office at 773-933-7715. I look forward to seeing you there.

Join us for our FREE Shred Day on Thursday, August 13, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at my district office 8233 S. Princeton Ave. here in Chicago. This is a great way to properly dispose of those sensitive documents that you have laying around at home.

Enter the lot using Princeton Ave next West Chatham Park. We hope to see you there! If you have any questions, call our office at 773-933-7715.