Blog Changes to the SNAP (Food Stamps) Program result in thousands losing benefits Originally published January 30, 2026 and updated May 8, 2026 DidĀ you lose your SNAP benefits…Claire SlossMay 8, 2026
Blog Preschool Access for Families Living in Temporary Housing in Chicago Finding stable housing is hard enough. Trying to enroll your child in preschool while navigating…Claire SlossMay 7, 2026
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Blog Recent changes to federal programs that assist families By Niya K. Kelly, Director of State Legislative Policy, Equity and Transformation As we all continue…chicoalitionSeptember 25, 2021
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Blog Media Advisory: Illinois families in deep poverty will be better able to meet basic needs through the COIN Act First increase to TANF grant in a decade Illinois families living in deep poverty will…chicoalitionJune 26, 2018
News Univision Chicago: Un estudio estima que 10,000 familias viven en condición de calle en Chicago La investigación, realizada por UChicago Urban Labs y Corporation for Supportive Housing, combina por primera…chicoalitionJune 15, 2018
Blog Family homelessness in Chicago: 10,000 families, almost 80% doubled-up The University of Chicago Urban Labs and CSH (Corporation for Supportive Housing) released a study…chicoalitionJune 15, 2018
News Chicago Sun-Times, Mark Brown: Study finds 10,000 families experienced homelessness last year By Mark Brown, columnist An estimated 10,000 families experienced homelessness in Chicago at some point…chicoalitionJune 15, 2018
Blog Chase Day of Service outreach helps 63 parents Chase Day of Service outreach team at Howe Elementary (Photo by Claire Sloss) Working with…chicoalitionApril 18, 2018