Every year, Giving Tuesday invites communities across the world to pause, reflect, and invest in the people and places shaping a brighter future. For the Greater Englewood Chamber of Commerce (GECC), this day is more than a global moment of generosity. It is a celebration of the entrepreneurs, youth, small business owners, residents, and partners who are transforming Englewood’s economic landscape. In 2025, GECC is proud to highlight three pillars of impact that continue to e

Last week, Englewood witnessed the power of opportunity, preparation, and community in action. The Englewood Shared Renewables (ESR) Solar Training Program proudly celebrated the graduation of its latest cohort—an inspiring group of emerging solar professionals ready to step into the rapidly growing clean-energy sector. This year’s cohort was a powerful reminder of what’s possible when education, industry partnership, and community support align with intention. A Cohort That

Event Recap: Greater Englewood Chamber of Commerce Happy Hour at Hidden Gem On Tuesday, November 4th, the Greater Englewood Chamber of Commerce hosted an energizing Happy Hour  at Hidden Gem , located at 6330 S. Racine Ave in Chicago. The event brought together business owners, community leaders, and entrepreneurs for an evening filled with meaningful connections, refreshing drinks, and valuable conversations. Networking & Community Connections From the moment guests arrived,

Selected organization will provide support, outreach, and education while continuing to build trust in communities to empower Public Chauffeurs with knowledge of their rights.  Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) announced a Requests for Proposal (RFP) for the operation of a Driver Resource Center (DRC) for City of Chicago licensed Public Chauffeurs, including Transportation Network Provider (TNP) Drivers.