SUBCO WELCOMES YOU
SUBCO AT A GLANCE
SUBCO, is a 501(c)3 membership organization composed of property owners, residents, block clubs, churches and businesses. Located on the Southeast side of Chicago, our boundaries are Stony Island Ave on the west, to Yates on the East and 76th on the North, to 81st on the South. We have been working to improve our neighborhood and the quality of life for all concerned for the last 15 years.
OUR CORE VALUES
EQUITY
Community development is a social issue. We welcome all that come desiring to work with us in like spirit and mind as we seek the necessary resources and investments that our community deserves and needs for improvement.
Our Mission
"To build, maintain, and develop our community together, in order to leave our community more beautiful and beneficial than when we inherited it"
- Dr. M. Karenga
WHAT IS HAPPENING IN SOUTH SHORE?
COME OUT TO HAVE FUN IN
SOUTH SHORE!
Join Us in South Shore!
STAY CONNECTED!
How do we stay connected? One way is through the INTERNET! 🌿 Digital Inclusion Week is a great time to learn about the internet and connectivity in our community.
📅 Date: Thursday, October 10th⏰ Time: 1:30 PM📍 Location: The Atlas Regional Senior Center,
1767 East 79th St.
Alicia Ross, Community Engagement Manager from the IL Office of Broadband will be here to share information and answer your questions. Don't miss out on this vital information and as always, the incredible community spirit.
We can't wait to see you there!
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
SUBCO CONNECT-A-BLOCK
Meets every 3rd Saturday, @ 10am
(February thru November)
at Haven of Rest Church
7925 S. South Chicago Ave.
Chicago, IL 60617
C A P S
Get involved and updated
at our local CAPS Meetings.
Our next meeting will be held on October 16th @ 6pm
We also meet in person at Horace Mann School, 8050 S. Chappel, Chicago, 60617
WAYS TO STAY CONNECTED
You can stay updated and connected to neighbors in your area with these sites:
NEWS
OUR NEXT PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION IS IN NOVEMBER. CHICAGO STILL NEEDS POLL WORKERS!
Everyone wants Fair and Free Elections!
That means we need you!
Chicago is looking for poll workers to help in the upcoming Presidential Election!
Check out the website!
pollworker.chicagoelections.gov
Please share with neighbors, family and friends from ages 18 and up!
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
Do you have a story to share! Please Contact Us at the bottom of the website!
SUBCO GETS INVOLVED
SUBCO ON 79TH ST
12 SUBCO banners are present in the South Shore Neighborhood. Recently we raised SUBCO banners on 79th St from Stony Island to Jeffery Blvd on the South Side of the street.
SUBCO ON 79TH ST
Letting the Community know we are here and we care about South Shore! Together we can make a difference!
DONATIONS IN THE COMMUNITY
OUR INITIATIVES
To Promote Community Improvement
To work with businesses, churches, residences, hospitals, banks and government agencies to develop relationships that help to build, restore and ensure that changes occurring in the neighborhood are positive and beneficial
To work and help develop quality schools in the area, ie: partnerships
To work with the youth through mentoring, community service, service learning hours, summer jobs, work force development and training opportunities
To create a South Shore Historical Society/Meeting Center to preserve the landmarks and history of the neighborhood
Through the SUBCO Connect-A-Block meetings, create awareness of and encourage community participation relating to issues that affect the well being and quality of life
OUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Putting up SUBCO Banners on 79th St between Stony Island and Jeffery Blvd
Placing Planters on 79th Street
Having a mural painted with our resident in the drawing
Cleaning up debris on several corners around our community
Working with Alderman to get street lights upgraded
You may Contact us by completing the form below!