Local community Businesses in Rockford IL

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Your home for sports and recreation in the Rockford area. Visit one of our many parks, walk our paths and trails, or have fun at one of our facilities.

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100 STRONG IS A GROUP OF MEN AND WOMEN, WITH A COMMON GOAL OF HELPING OUR COMMUNITY BY TEACHING, MENTORING, EMPOWERING, AND UPLIFTING OUR YOUTH!!!!!

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I'm an advocate stomping out stigma.The blog: 40000steps.wordpress.com/The YouTube channel: https://rb.gy/ouhfquPatreon: patreon.com/40000stepsThe podcast: Search 40,000 Steps wherever you listen to your favorite shows

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815 Outside is the area’s comprehensive resource for outdoor recreation; inviting residents and visitors of all walks of life to connect with the county’s natural areas in fun, new ways and develop healthy lifestyle habits.

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We are the original like minded networking group, within the Rockford Chamber, who’s focus is on value creation for each of our team members careers and businesses.We are a group of Rockford Chamber of Commerce businesses and business owners working together to promote, collaborate, and share ideas. Only one member from each industry is permitted in the group. If an industry category is already represented in our group, please contact the Rockford Chamber of Commerce for information on the other Advantage Club groups.We meet on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month from 11:45am - 1:00 pm at various Rockford Chamber member venues. This is so that we can support and learn of the wonderful Rockford Chamber member venues. At each meeting, one of our group members will discuss and promote their business. This allows us to truly get to know what that business does in our community and provides us insight on how we, as a group, can help promote them.

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The African-American Resource Center at Booker (AARCB) is a non-profit organization serving the community for over one hundred seven years. The center is located in the southwest quadrant of Rockford, Illinois. AARCB provides services and resources to families through its MISSION of utilizing education, art recreation, mentorship and cultural programs to create an environment that promote and enhance the quality of life by celebrating the achievements and improving the welfare of our community members.

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Amberwood’s staff provides residents with the highest quality nursing and clinical care, as well as an unparalleled quality of life. Every day our employees strive to provide exceptional care to take your worries away. In dramatic contrast to many skilled nursing facilities Amberwood residents enjoy a wealth of conveniences, social and recreational activities, lifestyle features and amenities. These include spacious and comfortable rooms, therapeutic diets, several family lounges, cable television service and a beautiful enclosed courtyard, just to name a few.

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AAUW-Rockford's PurposeTo initiate positive change in the community reflecting AAUW's goal of equity for all women and girls and lifelong education; and to contribute to AAUW's Branch, State, and Association goals.

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Atty Ballard focuses on family & criminal law. Please call for a free consultation regarding an arrest, divorce, child support case, or parenting time.

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Being a man is about much more than growing a killer beard, wrestling a bear, or riding a stallion through the woods while chasing down bad guys to rescue your maiden...its about using your strength to help those who can't help themselves.That's why we partner with ZOE Ministries to eradicate sex trafficking in the US and abroad. 12% of our net profits get sent directly to Zoe to assist them with what they do in the US and abroad.

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The purpose of the BBSC is to promote interest, involvement, and instruction in all aspects of bicycling and cross-country skiing. We encourage bicycling as an energy-efficient and healthful means of personal transportation.

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We've been anchored in the neighborhood since 1924 and we're here to stay! As we've continued to listen to the needs of the community, we've worked to respond and open the doors of the building to partners who are bringing people together and strengthening connections.  Today we have many wonderful space sharing partners who operate out of the building, and we welcome more! Contact the office to learn about space sharing opportunities and event rentals. As a 501c3 nonprofit organization, we're here to serve the neighborhood and we have big dreams for what's possible in southeast Rockford when we work together.

Today: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Brovember Inc. is a registered charitable organization established to promote the awareness of men's cancer issues and to raise funds to establish local healthcare programs and other worthwhile causes locally. We have expanded in promoting the awareness and raising funds for the Brovember US Endowment & Prostate Cancer Research Program with the University Of Illinois College Of Medicine at Rockford. We are committed to supporting and providing access to the local cancer initiatives that provide the needed resources in our community through our innovative, fun and engaging campaigns.

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"Our Service is a Sacred Trust"Here we are honored to help you honor the life of your loved one.

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Carpenter's Place is a safe daytime drop-in center that aids chronically homeless adults, many of whom suffer from mental illness, substance abuse, or learning and emotional disabilities. Instead of simply providing a meal or bed for the night then sending the person back to the streets, CP case managers help each homeless guest develop and implement a comprehensive Life Recovery Plan through holistic case management. This includes assistance in obtaining a wide array of needed services, employment and housing. CP also manages five housing programs for special homeless populations including: U.S. Veterans; women; chronically homeless men and women; men who have successfully completed an in-house addiction program and upon release are homeless; and employment housing for homeless men in the CP job readiness program.

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The Vision of the Children’s Safe Harbor Supervised Visitation & Visitation Exchange Program of Winnebago County, Illinois is that one day every parent and child who has experienced domestic violence will have access to safe supervised visitation and visitation exchange services.

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We're the Forest City, where you can find affordable homes on tree-lined streets in friendly neighborhoods. Our central location, with easy access to major highways, rail service and one of the fastest growing airports in the country, makes Rockford a great location for new business development.We have a proud past and an even brighter future. We think you'll find that Rockford is a wonderful place to raise a family or grow your business. CITY COUNCIL: Generally Mondays at 5:30 p.m., unless Monday falls on a holiday (in which case the meeting generally falls on Tuesday). Meetings are held in the City Council Chambers on the 2nd floor of City Hall, 425 East State Street.

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*SERVICE* is our mission; where one family tells another family, and that family shares their experience with other families.

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CFNIL provides students with scholarships, nonprofits with grants, and donors a chance to make an impact for generations.The Community Foundation of Northern Illinois is the area's largest non-profit provider of grants and scholarships. In the last 10 years, the Community Foundation has awarded over $33 Million on behalf of caring individuals, families, businesses and organizations who want to give back to their communities.

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The founding members of EAA Chapter 22 were: Frank Murray, Joe Kirk, Lynn Stevenson, Ken Long, Hendley Hall, Mel Jacobeson, Bud Harwood, Ken Casson, Bob Richardson, Ed Livingston and Roy Malm. EAA Chapter 22 was started with a meeting in Cottonwood FBO owner Frank Murray's office sometime in 1956. Frank Murray was elected the first president and ran the organization until he resigned due to ill health.The first issue of "TOUCH & GO" (EAA Chapter 22's monthly newsletter) was published in 1964 with Peter MacKay as the editor. The "TOUCH & GO" has been published on a continuous basis since the first issue.To read more about the history of EAA Chapter 22, please go to EAA Chapter 22's website.EAA Chapter 22 holds monthly meetings on the first Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm at Cottonwood Airport (1C8) for all members. EAA Chapter 22 also holds board meetings for the officers, board members, and any regular members who wish to attend on the third Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm at Cottonwood Airport (1C8).

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Our story begins in July 2017 when 13 people gathered to view Racial Taboo, a video depicting peoples' views on race and racism. The viewing was sponsored by the Institute for the Oneness of Humanity. The orignial 13 felt the video needed to be shown to a wider audience in the Rockford area. That didn't happen. 

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The Fatherhood Encouragement Project is a foundation of fathers united to restore the wholeness of the family structure by cultivating authentic relationships through affirmation leadership and mentorship.

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Family owned and operated funeral home and crematory, proudly serving Rockford and surrounding areas. Fitzgerald Funeral Home and Crematory continues its tradition of serving families in the Rockford area with kindness and attention to the needs of every family we serve.

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Forest City Church sponsors a weekly Farmers Market in their parking lot, every Friday from 9am-1pm.

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The Four Rivers Environmental Coalition is an alliance of public and private organizations. Its purpose is to advocate, educate and plan for the protection of the natural resources and biodiversity in the watersheds of the four rivers region of northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. The Rock, Kishwaukee, Sugar and Pecatonica are each unique and beautiful rivers rich with historical, recreational and biological value. The goal of the FREC is to provide a platform for partnership and leadership in the protection of these natural assets that are critical to this area’s economy and health.

Today: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

FAM Mission: To promote an understanding of art and culture through our collections, exhibitions and education.

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Serving the needs of the German community in the Rock River Valley since 1964. We are dedicated to the preservation and celebration of the cultural history of the German peoples (Germany, Austria, Switzerland). Anyone interested in the German language and culture is welcome to join.

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Girls Scouts is a safe place to make new friends and have a ton of new experiences! Start the fun today!We’re over 20,000 strong—15,000 girls and 5,000 adults who believe every girl can change the world. Our girls develop leadership skills in 16 counties including parts or all of Boone, Carroll, Cook, DeKalb, DuPage, Jo Daviess, Kane, Kendall, Lake, LaSalle, Lee, McHenry, Ogle, Stephenson, Whiteside, and Winnebago.We help girls build courage, confidence, and character, so they can make the world a better place by inspiring them to discover their inner strength, talents, and passions. And with programs from Stomp Rockets to Camp Explorers, there’s a chance for every girl to do something amazing!We’re Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois. To volunteer, reconnect, donate, or join, visit www.girlscoutsni.org or call (844) 476-4463

Today: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Girls on the Run is a life changing, experiential learning program for girls ages eight to thirteen. The program combines training for a 3.1 mile running event with self-esteem enhancing, uplifting workouts.

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Golden Apple Foundation Inspires, Celebrates and Supports Excellence in Education.

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Our goal is to promote Irish Culture in the Greater Rockford Area that embraces the entire community.We are the official promoters and organizers of the St Patrick's Parade and PaddyFest for Rockford,IL. We are a 510(c)(3) tax deductible organization

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JoynHer is a blog created by Mercedes Joyner. This blog is for networking & brings together a common audience in an expressive space.

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Not for profit youth development and mentoring program that was established to provide an array of comprehensive services to youth in Rockford Public Schools seeking to attend post secondary college or career experiences. The program provides individualized mentoring services and coaching for students that are in direct need of assistance to activate their education and employment plan! Future program expansions will include a resource center for youth with a special focus on teen parent services offering supportive housing program for first time pregnant and parenting teens!

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The League of Women Voters of Rockford was established in 1922 just after the formation of the LWV of the United States. Among the founders of Rockford's League was Julia Lathrop, a woman suffragist and founder of both the national and Illinois League of Women Voters. As early as 1926 when a discrepancy was found in the counting of votes, the League brought about the implementation of training for local election judges, a practice which continues today. Originally named the LWV of Winnebago County, the name was changed to LWV of Rockford in 1953 and to LWV of Greater Rockford in 1998.

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The LIAM Foundation is the Stateline’s 1st and only LGBTQIA+ Resource Center located in Rockford, IL

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Fall in love with Lockwood Park as you experience life on the farm in the heart of a big city!

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Historic Midtown District, Rockford, IL Diverse and Sustainable, we are your neighborhood of choice!

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Milestone, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization serving children and adults with developmental disabilities.

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Miracle Mile Rockford is the business district promoting the East State/Alpine Road area.

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Morning Star Village is here to help you maximize your life and enjoy freedom and companionship! Providing peace of mind and security so you enjoy your life! Morning Star Village values you and your family along with the need to enhance your independence while providing those extras you may need as you age. We are an active community constantly encouraging learning and growth! Visit us TODAY! Please give us a call at 815-484-9500 for more information.

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MotherHouse Crisis Nursery is a non-profit organization that provides short term childcare for families experiencing a crisis or stressful situation.

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A non-profit organization that sponsors a variety of Native American educational programing, cultural activities, and events.

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Niks' Wish provides enrichment opportunities (wishes) for young adults fighting cancer who are between 18-24 years of age. This age group has been forgotten in the cancer support network. Inspired by Nikolas Ritschel’s journey with synovial sarcoma, NRF raises money to create opportunities to enrich the lives, stimulate encouragement, and strengthen the faith of cancer patients and their loved ones.

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To cultivate positive long-term relationships with businesses and members of the community and seek to constantly improve event execution while also providing support to other community organizations events to help ensure their success.

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It is our mission to create a society in which all LGBTQ people of any age may feel safe and enjoy freedom in every aspect of their lives. With the help and support of our friends & allies, we can help achieve full equality for people who are LGBTQ. Please join us in our efforts to celebrate our diversity & bring awareness to ALL!

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River District is where you will find a myriad of opportunities to live an urban lifestyle. It is Northern Illinois’ hub for arts and entertainment, cultural venues & activities, salons, unique dining and shopping experiences, luxurious loft apartments, historic residential neighborhoods, attractive parks, and grand old churches. The beautiful Rock River is a vital component of Rockford’s River District, drawing resident and visiting boaters from around the region. Another unique asset of the River District is its rich architectural and historical legacy... The District also is home to City, County, State, and Federal governments, County Court system, numerous law offices, architectural firms, and many types of professional businesses such as high-tech, graphic design, newspapers, and multi-media firms. With the support of the entire Rockford Community, the organization has experienced tremendous growth over the last several years. We welcome and appreciate your patronage to the District.

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RRVP fights hunger in the community by providing food to those in urgent need. As a food pantry they provide 3-4 days of groceries for each member i the household. Clients may use the service 1x per month.

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The Rockford Area Music Industry helps fund several music scholarships and promotes the local music community in the Rockford IL and surrounding area.

Today: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Founded in 1913, Rockford Art Museum exists to enrich the quality of life in the Rockford region through art collection, exhibitions and education. RAM is located inside the Riverfront Museum Park at 711 North Main Street in downtown Rockford, Illinois. Open daily. Learn more at rockfordartmuseum.org and follow @rockfordart on social media. To become a member of the museum today, visit rockfordartmuseum.org/connect/become-a-member.

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We believe Rockford is awesome! To show everyone why we think that we created RockfordBuzz.com. Your one-stop-shop to discover Rockford and get connected with the businesses and places that make our community so great.From a comprehensive events calendar, to a local-only business directory, Deals and specials from your favorite businesses, and only positive news about our community, we cover it all!So discover why Rockford rocks and check it out

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Providing community to the women of Rockford & supporting them on their journey to a more healthy, natural, and sustainable lifestyle

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Rockford Housing Authority has been working for the community for over 65 years. We have gotten to know and experience the community and its needs. Through this we have devised ten attributes to govern our business by – we call these our Core Values. These Core Values, which are fundamental to us, is the cornerstone of the Rockford Housing Authority. We put them at the forefront of every plan, event and project we do, because we care about our employees, our residents, our strategic partners and the greater Rockford community.

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Rockford MakerSpace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community workshop and laboratory. The space is an environment for tinkerers, artists, engineers, designers, machinists, hobbyists, programmers, makers, and thinkers to collaborate and have access to tools and learning opportunities to pursue their interests.The space is for……tinkerers and builders who would love to have a shop at home, but for lack of space can’t set something up in the apartment, condo, etc. where they live.…inventors, entrepreneurs, and start-ups who need to develop and prototype their ideas.…artists who need access to specialized equipment and instruction on how to build their vision.…educators who want to learn about and incorporate STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Arts and Math) into their curriculum.…small businesses that need access to equipment for new product development or other occasional needs.…retirees looking for a place to take their hobby to the next level — or looking for a new hobby.…those who want to learn about and explore the intersection of technology, manufacturing, and the arts.…hobbyists to learn from and collaborate with others who have similar interests (robotics, model building, glass blowing, woodworking… any creative pursuit).…individuals interested in learning new technical and manufacturing skills to make themselves more marketable in today’s job market.

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The Rockford Midtown Market's purpose is to encourage a community gathering for ethnic food, farm produce, coffee drinks, kid activities, music and crafts. The Rockford Midtown Market is a partnership between Katie's Cup and the Midtown District.

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Learn all about RPD at RPDWANTSYOU.com.

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Rockford Sexual Assault Counseling, Inc. (RSAC) responds to the needs of victims of sexual assault/ abuse and their families/significant others through emergency services, emotional support, counseling, referral, advocacy, and education, and promotes awareness and understanding of sexual assault. The focus of RSAC is to provide services to survivors of sexual assault/abuse and to educate the community to reduce the risk of sexual violence.

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Rockford Sharefest exists to identify, develop and lead projects that empower and release volunteers and donors to use their God-given gifts, abilities and resources to make an impact for the common good.

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The Rockton Christmas Walk is a holiday tradition for thousands of area residents.The first weekend of December is set aside for the holiday fun, and has been a delight for families for over 30 years. We pride ourselves on offering the quaint home town feel that everyone associates with Christmas. Our downtown always feels like home, whether you live in the area or not.Area businesses partner with the Village of Rockton and Stateline Chamber of Commerce to offer unique and exclusive events, shopping experiences, and holiday festivities.Visiting Rockton for the Christmas Walk is a must for your Christmas season. 

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We have many fundraisers through the year, that support local individuals, school organizations, food pantries, etc.

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Let's all celebrate our inner sasquatch with the annual Rockton Yeti Fest - For the Abominable Snow People of Rockton (and Their Friends). We have a variety of events planned to enjoy the snow, the cold and all things lovely about winter: Walk Like a Yeti, Play Like a Yeti and Skate Like a Yeti. And don't forget to visit downtown Rockton restaurants and shops to check out their "Yeti Fest" specials and sales!

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Welcome to the RPL Nordlof Center. Located at 118 N. Main St., Rockford. The RPL Nordlof Center provides a multi-use performance and classroom venue for the region’s performing arts and technology training needs. The entire building is equipped with high-speed Internet and Wi-Fi access. Inside you’ll find the 280-seat J.R. Sullivan Theater, the transformable Black Box, multiple meeting and classrooms, and the state-of-the-art Walmart Computer Classroom.

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RU is a biblically based, Christ-centered recovery program designed to rescue, recover, and restore those in addictive behaviors with the power of the victorious hidden life found only in Jesus Christ.

Today: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Non Emergency Medical Transport, covering Winnebago, Boone, and Mchenry also willing to travel outside of coverage area. Bilingual staff, safe and stable transport Medicar Safety Certified.

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Actionable education and tools to help young adults have real conversations about depression and suicide.

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Our mission is to create and maintain a positive image for Southwest Rockford, Illinois. Our goal is to promote economic and neighborhood development in Southwest Rockford to benefit residents, businesses and the community at large, and to provide and develop a leadership base.

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Test Site is where artists & businesses alike come together to grow new ideas and inspire the creative process.Praxeology is the study of human action based on the notion that humans engage in purposeful behavior as opposed to reflexive behavior.

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We promote active, secure lifestyles for seniors through ongoing, personalized care.

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We stand together in solidarity with people of every background - recognizing that our vibrant and diverse communities are the strength of our country.

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The “Women’s Suffrage Centennial 2020 Northern Illinois Celebration” or “WSC2020 Celebration” seeks to mark the 100th Anniversary of women receiving the vote by encouraging women’s groups and civic organizations in northern Illinois to present a wide range of educational and artistic events, displays and exhibits from January 2020, each month through the end of December 2020.The Steering Committee for the WSC2020 Celebration is made up of representatives from a number of local organizations including AAUW Rockford Area Branch, Rockford NSDAR, WNIJ, Womanspace, LWVGR, NAACP, Women’s March Rockford, WTVO and the Rockford Public Library. In addition to a WSC2020 Calendar of Events, the WSC2020 Celebration Steering Committee is spearheading two main goals. A special highlight will be a celebratory community party to be held in Rockford, IL called “Sippin’ with Suffragists” on August 18, 2020. This day marks 100 years to the day of the actual date of ratification.An even more ambitious goal is the creation of a permanent art installation within the city to honor the women who strove over seven decades to achieve women’s suffrage. Details will be announced on October 30th at the official WSC2020 Celebration press conference.Questions of the Steering Committee may be addressed by contacting WSC2020IL@gmail.com.

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YouthBuild Rockford provides low-income young people who have not completed high school in the Rockford area with vital opportunities to become productive, self-supporting adults. YouthBuild serves out of school youth with academic education, vocational skills training, personal counseling, positive peer support, leadership development, job placement and follow-up support. In addition, participants build or rehabilitate housing for low-income families, and have produced 41 units of affordable housing in Rockford since the program began.