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A Decades-Old Vacant Lot Is Now a Vital Neighborhood Health Hub

Local developer brings much needed health hub to Southwest Chicago. GAGDC has invested countless hours and dollars into stimulating a thriving local economy that prioritizes community ownership and participation—the hub itself is expected to create more than 150 jobs for local residents.

Closing the Door on 2023...Gearing Up to Support Constituents Even More in 2024!

Greater Auburn Gresham Development Corporation is looking forward to a healthy and growing 2024 for all our residents and partners. Happy New Year!

Celebrating AGHLH 2023 Preservation Award with Other Winners

Celebrating our 2023 Preservation with other Award Winners

Statement of Use for the GREATER AUBURN-GRESHAM 79TH STREET RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL Design, RENFEST Logo!

Statement of Use for the GREATER AUBURN-GRESHAM 79TH STREET RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL Design, App. No. 90/062,781  

Upcoming City of Chicago Business Education Webinars
Upcoming BACP Business Education Webinars held MONTHLY and more updates...
THANK YOU for attending the 2023 Virtual Small Business Forum!

Thank you for attending the 2023 Virtual Small Business Forum!

Virtual Small Business Forum August 8th! (REMINDER)

Join us, August 8th at 10am, for the annual Virtual Small Business Forum presented by the Greater Auburn Gresham Development Corporation (GAGDC), in partnership with the 006th District Business Subcommittee. It is open to all businesses, entrepreneurs, and community residents looking to open, maintain, scale, or expand their business. 

GAGDC Hosts KPMG for Corporate Volunteer Day

Corporate partners bring huge volunteers to Auburn Gresham'in Saugus!

INVEST South/West Part of GAGDC's Economic Development "Year of Collaboration"

GAGDC ecomonic development and SSA teams meets with the GMA construction team.

2023 BE KIND TO YOUR MIND MENTAL HEALTH FAIR BRINGS PEACEFUL BEATS TO AG GARDEN!

2023 BE KIND TO YOUR MIND MENTAL HEALTH FAIR 

Community Grand Rounds: How does research impact communities of color?

Community Grand Rounds: How does research impact communities of color? Thursday, May 25th at 6:00pm!

South Shore Artist Dorian Sylvain Bringing Huge Afrocentric Mural To Auburn Gresham’s 79th Street

he mural aims to capture the essence of Auburn Gresham, and neighbors can pitch in to help on a July 23 community day.

Auburn Gresham GOLD Camp 2023 Registration is Open!

AG GOLD Camp 2023 Registration is Open! Registion table at the AG Healthy Lifestyle Hub (839 W. 79th Street), Monday through Fridays. Cost only $25 for first camper and $5 for each additional camper in the same family!

Celebrate National Community Development Week (#CDWeek2023) April 10-14!
DCEO and our Office of Community Development are proud to celebrate National Community Development Week (#CDWeek2023) April 10-14! 
Chicago Recovery Plan Funding Opportunities 2023

Click on the story to find out more on Chicago Recovery Plan Funding Opportunities...

Congratulations to our Auburn Gresham Shark Tank Business Plan Winners!

Congratulations to our Auburn Gresham Small Business Plan Shark Tank 2023 winners!

One Summer Chicago Applications Still Open for 2023!

One summer job applications are now open. Please share with young people and young adults!

Betty Jo Swanson, GAGDC board member and beloved resident of the Auburn Gresham made her transition

It is with a heavy heart to announce that GAGDC’s Vice Chair Betty Swanson made her transition, Friday, January 20, 2023.

BACP Free Small Business Training November and December Schedule!

BACP offers free business education webinars every Wednesday afternoon and Friday morning. Topics include business licensing, operations, financial resources, marketing, and more. Programs are free and open to the public and taught by industry professionals, not-for-profit agencies, and government agencies.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving from GAGDC!

Mayor Lightfoot's 3-Year INVEST South/West Anniversary!

We are proud of all that we have accomplished, together, over the past 3 years, with Invest South/West. Check out the celebration video.

Warming Up Auburn Gresham Halloween Bash and Coat Drive 10/29 @1pm

Today, October 29th, Free "Halloween Bash"and coat giveaway for the community. Please bring yong people out to enjoy treats and neighbors! 7938 S Halsted (Save-A-Lot parking lot), starts at 1pm! All are welcome ??!

Congratulations to Our CEO, A 2022 Crain's Chicago Notable Black Leader and Executive!

Congratulations to Our CEO, A 2022 Crain's Chicago Notable Black Leaders and Executives!

We're Hiring More Community Program Managers!

We'hiring, check out the details and reach out if there is interest!

16TH ANNUAL RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 10, 2022  10AM - 8PM

Join Us for the 16TH ANNUAL RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL ♦ SEPTEMBER 10, 2022  10AM - 8PM!

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