Chicago Neighborhood Initiatives

Join us on June 1 as we celebrate the unveiling of a new community mural inspired by the voices, creativity, and ideas of Roseland residents and youth.

Created through community engagement and artistic collaboration, the mural reflects the spirit of Roseland while helping welcome the future Roseland COP House as a space for connection, healing, and community.

Light snacks provided – all are welcome!

Register here: bit.ly/CHMuralUnveiling

Created by community. Inspired by Roseland.

We’re excited to participate in CEO Symposium 2026: Building Resilient Businesses and Communities on May 7!

Hosted by Old National Bank and Spanish Coalition for Housing, this event brings together leaders and resources to support small businesses across Chicago.

Our President, David Doig, will be the keynote speaker and a featured panelist.

Learn about:
• Grants and funding opportunities
• Access to capital
• Workforce training programs
• Housing-related support services

The Hatchery Chicago | Thursday, May 7 | 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Stay for an optional tour of The Hatchery!

RSVP today and join the conversation https://form.jotform.com/260897067797176

Excited to partner with Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago to help connect community members with real healthcare career pathways.

Join us February 17 for a Recruitment & Job Readiness Session where Lurie Children’s HR leaders will share insider guidance on hiring, resumes, interviews, and career growth. Attendees will also learn about opportunities at the Austin HOPE Center and other Lurie Children’s locations.

If you or someone you know is interested in starting a healthcare career — this is a great first step.

February 17 | 10AM–12PM
Spill the Beans – 5300 W. Chicago Ave.
Come ready with questions!

Alongside our partner Stone CDC, CNI is honored to be the developer of the Austin HOPE Center – a catalytic $22 million pediatric health care facility that will be the first permanent, stand-alone pediatric specialty and behavioral health center on Chicago’s West Side. Yesterday’s beam-raising marked an extraordinary milestone for this project and for the families who will soon have expanded access to high-quality, community-based care right in their neighborhood. Read more in the Chicago Tribune: https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/11/17/austin-hope-center-healthcare/

We are grateful for the following key partners who committed to this project in the very early stages: The Lively Stone MB Church, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Thresholds, Wintrust Bank Chicago, Ujamaa Construction, Inc., Greg Ramon Design Studio, City of Chicago Department of Planning & Development, Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Old National Bank, Chicago Development Fund, Beverly Bank & Trust, and Greenwood Archer Capital.

We’re proud to help create a welcoming, community-centered space that will expand opportunity and access for youth and families across the West Side.

What does it take to build stronger, more vibrant neighborhoods? In his recent Crain’s Chicago Business Op-Ed, CNI President David Doig shares strategies for unlocking neighborhood vitality – and why this work is essential for Chicago’s future.

Commentary: How Chicago Neighborhood Initiatives drove a place-based approach to revitalization A combination of factors make strong neighborhoods and growth engines for the city overall, writes the veteran community and real estate developer.