Community
The Mexican American Police Organization (M.A.P.O.) is a not-for profit 501(c)(3) organization. Proceeds from our events and outings will go to MAPO’s Youth Fund, a fund created in 2000 for activities and improvements of our community’s children. With the help of our sponsors, MAPO began building the Youth Fund with fund-raisers such as the MAPO Golf Outing, an event that helped increase our annual scholarship awards to ten recipients each receiving $1,000 to attend classes at the university of their choice. MAPO continues to reach out in ways that may help improve the quality of life in our community. We show this by providing funds to our youth for access to higher education and by providing activities that encourage our underprivileged children. Encouraging our children to improve and feel rewarded is a large part of our mission. Every year we also have a toys for tots program that has been very successful in the last few years. MAPO believes that our sponsors are our partners. We hope you join us in partnership to improve the quality of life in our community.
MEXICAN AMERICAN POLICE ORGANIZATION
Invites You To Its Christmas Party
&
“Toy Drive”
Also
Honoring as “Person of the Year”
Area 5 Deputy Chief
Juan Rivera
December 12, 2008 @ 6:30 P.M.
National Museum of Mexican Art
1852 W. 19th St., Chicago
*Complimentary*
Food, Refreshments, Mariachi’s & D.J.
”All invited are asked to bring a generous unwrapped gift for the less fortunate children in the Latino community”
If you would like more information, please e-mail Raul Reyes @ rreyes75@hotmail.com.
The Chicago Park District celebrates Thanksgiving with numerous activities; a few can even put you in a position to win that holiday turkey. Whether you prefer basketball turkey shoot outs or an old fashioned Thanksgiving dinner, there is something for the entire family. The following events are offered in the District’s Central Region covering the west, near west, southwest, near south and northwest sides of the city:
Turkey Shoot
Nov. 28-29th @ 10a.m.
Austin Town Hall Park
5610 W. Lake St.
773.287.7658
$30.00 per team, Ages: 15 & under
Turkey Shoot Basketball
November 15th @ 9:00am-10:30am,
Archer Park
4901 S. Kilbourn
773.284.7029
Families invited try to win a turkey, All ages Free!
Thanksgiving Feast
Nov. 26th @ 4:00pm-6:00pm,
Cornell Park
1809 W. 50th St. Holiday fun on the
312.747.6097 basketball court!
All ages, $1.00
Turkey Basketball Shoot
November 28th @ 9:00am-5:00pm,
Franklin Park
4320 W. 15th St.
312.747.7676
Play basketball with your school team,
Ages 12-14yrs. $50.00
Turkey Shoot
Nov. 25th @ 4:00pm-6:00pm
Homan Square Park
3559 W. Arthington
312.746.6650
Shoot basketball with your family and try to win a turkey,
All ages Free!
Turkey Run
Nov. 25th @ 4:00pm,
LeClaire Court Park
5120 W. 44th St.
312.747.6438
Ages: 6-12yrs., Join the fun for a 50 and 100 meter race and a chance to win a free Turkey!
Thanksgiving Party
Nov. 18th @ 10:00am,
Madero Park
3203 W. 28th St.
312.747.3001
Games and refreshments, All ages Free!
For more information about the Chicago Park District’s more than 7,300 acres of parkland, 552 parks, 32 beaches, nine museums, two world-class conservatories, 16 historic lagoons, nearly 50 natural areas, thousands of special events, sports and entertaining programs, please visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com or contact the Chicago Park District at 312-742.PLAY or 312-747.2001 (TTY). Want to share your talent? Volunteer in the parks by calling 312-742.PLAY.
For more information about EVYP, please call 312-275-0440, email outreach@evyp.org, or check out our website at www.evyp.org.
Empower People Through Economic OpportunitiesThe Tax Counseling Project is looking for Volunteer Tax Preparers!
The Center for Economic Progress is a national leader in providing free tax preparation and financial services to low-income working families and individuals.
Volunteers are the heart and soul of the Center for Economic Progress. Every year more than one thousand people contribute their time and expertise to the Tax Counseling Project, a signature outreach program of the Center for Economic Progress. Last year alone, more than 1,100 volunteers provided service directly impacting over 30,000 individuals and families.
The Project continues to demonstrate the impressive financial impact of its services. More than 150,000 families have benefited from the Project’s services, building financial security and moving toward economic prosperity. The Project’s fast, free, electronic preparation of tax returns and the option of directly depositing their refund are putting more money into families’ pockets faster than ever before.
BENEFITS TO VOLUNTEERING WITH THE CENTER FOR ECONOMIC PROGRESS
Free Tax Training
Free CPE Credits For CPAs, and Enrolled Agents
Flexible Schedule & Convenient Locations
A Chance To Impact Your Community
COMMUNITIES WHERE YOU CAN GET INVOLVED
Over 35 communities across Illinois host the Center’s Tax Counseling Project. Visit our website, www.centerforprogress.org for volunteer tax sites in your area and become involved.
Because of You…We will empower communities
If you would like to volunteer to help put money back into the pockets of thousands of Illinois families, please visit our website, www.centerforprogress.org to fill out an application, sign up for training, and choose your volunteer tax site or call Meghan Andrews at 312-630-0244 with any questions.
HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND
presents
“STEPS FOR SUCCESS”
Take your first steps toward a college education!
Join the Hispanic Scholarship Fund at our Steps for Success program to learn more about preparing and enrolling in college, as well as paying for college. All parents and 9th - 12th grade students are invited! Continental breakfast and lunch will be served. Concurrent workshops will provide valuable information, including:
Preparing & Paying for College
Preparing for the ACT
University Profiles
Writing Personal Statements
Researching Financial Aid
The Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) is coming to Chicago with our Steps for Success program to prepare families of all ethnicities for college. This program is sponsored by McDonald’s ® and is free-of-cost. Breakfast and lunch will be provided to all those who pre-register. The event will include workshops designed to inform you and your children about the college application process, how to pay for college, and how to apply for scholarships. The program will also feature a college fair.
HSF seeks to increase the number of students who enroll and graduate from college. Mariela Dabbah, author of the book “Help your Child Succeed in High School and Go to College,” will be at this event to talk about the value of a college education. Free copies of her book will be distributed at the event to all parents who participate.
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Benito Juarez Career Academy
8:30 AM to 2:00 PM
2150 S. Laflin St.
Chicago, IL 60608
To register online visit: www.hsf.net/workshops.aspx
To register via phone call toll free: 1-877-HSF-0010
This event is sponsored by McDonald’s
HACIA was founded in 1979 to create equal access for minority firms in the construction industry.
Through comprehensive services to its members, contractor and employee outreach, training and education programs, and policy advocacy, HACIA has opened doors of opportunity for thousands of construction businesses across the Midwest.
HACIA Vision & Approach
HACIA believes that all qualified construction businesses should have equal access to opportunities in their industry. Accordingly, we have fought for diversity in the construction world since 1979, clearing paths of opportunity for thousands of Minority- and Woman-owned Business Enterprises across the Midwest. HACIA has also successfully advocated for public policy that formally outlines the rights and responsibilities of minority construction firms in Chicago.
For more information on HACIA, please visit www.haciaworks.org.
The Aurora Hispanic Chamber of Commerce provides support to business members in the form of guidance and information in the resolution of specific business related issues. The Aurora Hispanic Chamber of Commerce serves as a liaison between businesses and opinion leaders affecting the economic climate. Our Chamber is comprised of corporate executives, business owners, entrepreneurs, educators, social service directors, city officials and elected government representatives.
For more information about the chamber or to become a member, please visit www.ahcc-il.com.
Vision
The National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) is a professional organization that was created in 1988 to “foster Hispanic leadership through graduate management education and professional development in order to improve society.”
Mission
The goal of our Chapter is to make an immediate impact on the development and visibility of Hispanic professionals, MBAs and students in the area by:
- Working with students and universities to increase the enrollment of Hispanics in graduate management programs
- Assisting corporations and other business organizations in the recruitment, development and promotion of Hispanic business professionals
- Organizing as well as participating in networking and community events to provide Hispanic professionals with opportunities for career growth, leadership development and entrepreneurship
For more information, please visit NSHMBA - Chicago
NHSN Vision
NHSN seeks to empower the Latino professional community by a supportive, open network, through specialized training and events, and offer unique resources to strengthen one’s career or business objectives.
NHSN Mission
National Hispanic Sales Network advances the careers and business opportunities for Hispanic sales and marketing professionals while leveraging the strengths and the value of a bicultural, bilingual community.
For more information, visit www.nhsn.org! or contact Rocky Romero, President, NHSN Midwest Region at rromero@nhsn.org.
HACE is dedicated to nurturing Latinos at all stages of the career continuum, from high school to college and on to the professional years, as we seek to develop increasing numbers of successful Latino professionals and leaders.
For over 25 years, HACE has been creating opportunities for Latino professionals and employers through unique professional recruitment events that feature leading companies, non-profits, government agencies, academic institutions and others truly engaged in Latino diversity.
To learn mor about HACE, click on the image!
Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and Accounting
Our Vision:
ALPFA is the premier Latino professional organization in finance, accounting, and other related professions. ALPFA has active members, committed business partners, and quality programs.
Our Mission:
ALPFA creates opportunities, adds value, and builds relationships for its members, the community and its business partners while expanding Latino Leadership in the global workforce.
Our National Strength
ALPFA is a national professional network of approximately 7,000 members that includes a national office, national and regional leadership comprised of accomplished and dedicated senior executives and professionals, 32 professional chapters, and 30 student chapters in key cities. ALPFA hosts over 300 total combined annual events across all chapters and has partnerships with over 200 corporations nationally.
To Learn more about ALPFA, please click on the image!
