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We were proud to sponsor and attend the 2024 Chicago Innovation In-Gala last week. This inspiring event brought together leaders from various industries, offering a fantastic opportunity to connect, share ideas, and celebrate the spirit of innovation in the Chicago region.

The housing market can be difficult to navigate – but our EVP and MPFProgram Group Head, John Stocchetti, offers support in his HousingWire article. Learn more about how to help make home ownership a reality: bit.ly/3M4r2DQ

Since 1987, Lawndale ChristianDC has invested $120M in North Lawndale, adding 500 affordable housing units. With the help of @FirstEagleBank, they secured a $220,700 grant through our Diverse Developer Initiative to support this mission. Read the full story: fhlbc.com/impact

We're proud to announce our new Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Collateral Pilot Program, designed to amplify our members' impact in affordable housing. Learn more about how this innovative program aligns with our mission and supports housing: bit.ly/4cB93Q6

Check out this article in the Chicago Sun-Times to learn how we’re helping individuals achieve #homeownership and build long-term financial stability through our Community First® Housing Counseling Resource Program and Downpayment Plus® Program: bit.ly/4cQKOhj

We're looking for an implementation partner to enhance our Source-to-Pay (S2P) function. Visit our website to review the details and submit your application by September 4: fhlbc.com/vendors

We were thrilled to attend and sponsor the 2024 Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI) last week! Hosted by LISC Milwaukee, the awards recognize excellence and innovation in community development throughout the Milwaukee area.

Our very own Jordan Lubbers and Richard Moran recently had the pleasure of presenting an economic and financial strategies update to WCCU Credit Union. It was a fantastic opportunity to connect and share insights directly with their leadership team.

We're proud to announce a $1.5M increase for our Community First® Housing Counseling Resource Program, bringing total funding to $7.5M over the past three years. This increase reflects our commitment to supporting homebuyers across IL & WI. Learn more: bit.ly/3MmWVI4

We joined Sean Casten, IFFcdfi, and Illinois Housing to discuss housing challenges in Illinois at Union Ave Apts—supported by our $192,180 AHP grant. We also celebrated increased funding for our Housing Counseling Resource Program. Watch highlights & learn more:bit.ly/4cPgx2d

The application window for our Community First® Accelerate Grants for Small Business closes on September 30. FHLBank Chicago members, apply now to secure up to $30,000 for eligible small businesses. Awards are rolling, so don’t wait—make an impact today: bit.ly/3PUcqq5

Hear how IHC and Chicagoland Habitat for Humanity used funding from our Diverse Developer Initiative to boost workforce development and diverse talent within their organizations and beyond. Apply for our 2024 Diverse Developer Initiative round by September 13: bit.ly/3MeUabr

Our new EVP and Group Head of the MPFProgram, Patrick Sullivan, was recently featured in Chicago Business Journal and Crain's Chicago Business People on the Move. Read about it here: bit.ly/3TjJSL7 and bit.ly/3TjJNXP

Steve Gineris, Vice President of Retail Lending Service & Sales, highlights how Fox Communities Credit Union's long-standing relationship with FHLBank Chicago and the MPF® Program enables them to offer competitive fixed-rate mortgages. Visit bit.ly/3TpGwXa to read the full story.

Today is the last day to apply for our 2024 Community First® Diverse Developer Initiative! See how it’s helping The Resurrection Project cultivate local talent to lead in creating affordable housing in our communities. Apply now: bit.ly/3MeUabr

Time is running out! Only two weeks left for FHLBank Chicago members to apply for Community First® Accelerate Grants. Submit applications for up to $30K on behalf of eligible small businesses by Sept. 30. Apply today: bit.ly/3PUcqq5

Last week, we had the pleasure of attending and sponsoring the Wisconsin Bankers Foundation (WBF) Gala! We're honored to support WBF’s mission of advancing financial literacy and helping shape the next generation of community banking leaders.

Join us this Thursday, September 19 for our Institutional Insights Webinar featuring Tim Wilson and Greg Faranello of Amerivet Securities. Register now: bit.ly/3zn9oZg

We had a great time at the Travois Indian Country Affordable Housing Conference in Seattle! Wonderful to see partners from @FHLBankSF and FHLB Dallas as we reaffirm our system-wide commitment to supporting Indigenous communities in affordable housing and economic growth.

Last month, we participated in several volunteer events in partnership with The Resurrection Project, the Chicago Furniture Bank, and Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership. Thank you to everyone who dedicated their time to support these impactful volunteer opportunities! We appreciate all your hard work and dedication.