Project H.O.O.D. Hosts Second Community Meeting on the Future of Woodlawn
On Saturday, October 16, 2021, Project H.O.O.D. hosted the second of three community meetings to hear the concerns of Woodlawn residents. The goal of the community meetings is to partner with residents in making our community better.
Former 20th Ward Alderman Arenda Troutman, Director of Government & Community Affairs for Project H.O.O.D. hosted the meeting, which was attended by business owners, community activists, legislators, educators, and an assortment of residents hoping to contribute to expected improvements within their neighborhood and superb suggestions for the new center.
Project H.O.O.D. has worked diligently to help those in need to take advantage of the many programs offered throughout the years, especially during the COVID-19 health pandemic. During the first four months of 2021, Project H.O.O.D. distributed 1.8 million pounds of food to residents, offered virtual learning and after-school programs for students, construction certification classes with job placement, and virtual job fairs. All have had a positive impact on the community.
Special thanks to:
Representative Lamont Robinson, who pledged his support to Project H.O.O.D. and announced the securement of $800,000 for Dulles Elementary School on 63rd & Calumet
Managing Editor of The Crusader newspaper Sharon Fountain applauded the myriad of Project H.O.O.D.programs and supports our vision of the future community center
Kathy Brown, K. Brown & Associates Consulting LTD, (former City of Chicago Planner and Public Building Commission Board Member)
Lanette Warbington, of Diva PhotoJournalist, representing Citizen newspapers
Dr. Deborah Perkins who commented on critical thinking and restorative justice
Beatrice Haney, retired teacher and current homework teacher at Bessie Coleman Library
Sarah Ziglar & Sam Kirkwood of Red Clay Dance Company, 808 E. 63rd
Lisa Shore, Park Shore E. Ct., who would like to see a home economics component for the center, etc.
Retired 20th Ward Superintendent Nate McGowan and his family
These are just a few of the attendees lending support to the community!
Brian Alexander, Director of Health & Wellness for Project H.O.O.D., offered $100 gift certificates for 20 people who received COVID-19 vaccinations. In addition, TaWanna Cotton, Director of Workforce Development, distributed approximately 200 computers to qualified residents while the ongoing construction class was in session.
We invite all to attend the next meeting!
Saturday, November 13, 2021, at 12:00 p.m.
Project H.O.O.D. welcomes your presence, your ideas, and your vision for the betterment of our community.
Please join us and be sure to register upon arrival for a special Thanksgiving gift card!