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Logan Square Neighborhood Association http://www.lsna.net
Logan Square Neighborhood Association
2840 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL 60618Map thisFounded in 1962, LSNA is a nonprofit, multi-issue, grassroots community organization serving the multi-ethnic communities of Logan Square and the Lathrop/Hamlin area. %newline% %newline%Its mission is to unite institutions and residents to build and protect an excellent place to live, work, play, raise children,...
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Schools and YouthLSNA is a nationally recognized model of successful collaboration between a community organization and public schools, creating a community-centered school that serves immigrant families.
Housing and Land UseIn the Logan Square, Avondale and Lathrop communites LSNA organizes and works on a wide variety of housing and land use issues ranging from making sure that community residents are connected to city-wide housing resources such as the Chicago Low-Income Housing Trust Fund to organizing around issues of Balanced Development, expanding and preserving affordable housing, and advocating for zoning that will preserve the ethnic and economic diversity of Logan Square.
Health OutreachPrograms and organizing efforts that relate to improving the health of the Logan Square community.
Citizenship and ImmigrationLSNA's organizing efforts related to immigration and citizenship.
Parks and Open SpaceLSNA collaborates with many other local and citywide groups to support the availability and improvement of parks and open space in Logan Square.
SafetyDedicated to improving the safety of Logan Square residents.
Center for Working FamiliesFinancial counseling services for those that need help clearing up credit, saving money, finding a job or other economic help.
New Communities ProgramIn Logan Square LSNA is the Lead Agency for the New Communities Program, a long-term initiative of the Local Initiatives Support Corporation/Chicago. NCP’s purpose is to support comprehensive community development in 16 Chicago neighborhoods by rejuvenating challenged communities, bolstering those in danger of sliding downward and preserving the diversity of those areas in the path of gentrification.
After School TutoringMonday, September 15, 2008 - Thursday, December 31, 2009We are an after school study center, located in Logan Square. We tutor students in grades K- 8th. We provide homework assistance, project assistance, and many other activities for our students.
You can earn up to 8 hrs a week tutoring one child. We require that interested students be of good academic standing and must provide at least one reference when applying. Tutors must also go through training for this position. The duties of a tutor are:
• Work with one student that is assigned to you.
• Helping with homework, school projects, etc.
• Supervising students during activities and lead activities.
WHEN: Mondays and Wednesdays from 4.30 to 8.30 p.m.
WHERE: The Orpen Study Center 2610 N. Francisco (Logan Blvd. and Francisco St.)
SIGN UP : To sign up for this opportunity, please call or email Johanna Castro, Center Coordinator, at 773.235.1161 or jcastr2@yahoo.com
Help fill out citizenship applications.Monday, September 15, 2008 - Thursday, December 31, 2009Help us fill out citizenship applications at one of our monthly workshops. They are held on Saturdays from 9am-12pm. All that is required is that you attend one of our trainings beforehand to learn how to fill out the N-400 application. If you are interested in volunteering, please call Monica 773 384-4370 ext. 14 or email mgarreton@lsna.net
We also take volunteers for the legal portion of the application so if you are an attorney, paralegal or have worked as a legal assistant, contact Monica for more information.
Make a donation to LSNA!In this past year alone, we have:
* Fought local zoning battles and secured the preservation of more than 100 units of housing that is affordable to families in our community.
* Strengthened our elementary schools with community-centered programs, a model "healthy" school at McAuliffe, and new parents emerging as community leaders and future bilingual teachers!
* Helped over 1,000 legal residents gain citizenship.
* Worked with local community schools, leaders and police to improve the safety around our schools, including a new police camera and block clubs around Funston School.
* Linked at least 2,000 individuals annually with low cost health care and public benefits.
And much more!
You can help keep LSNA's programs running by making a donation today. LSNA is a non-profit organization with a 501(c)3 status so your donation is tax deductible.
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