Center for Changing Lives

Center for Changing Lives Connect. Transform. Thrive. Changing lives, not just circumstances. Financial Opportunity Center.

Center for Changing Lives (CCL) is a little agency making a big impact. CCL provides innovative, financially-focused services to increase households' economic means to achieve their goals and vision for their life. CCL work focuses on income and career pathways, resource and social capital, and credit and asset development. CCL connects people, opportunity and resources, so that community members can transform their lives and, together, we build a community where everyone thrives.

Join our Shop Latino Campaign: Day 7 | Los Barriles🌮 Local businesses make our communities vibrant, flavorful, and full ...
09/06/2026

Join our Shop Latino Campaign: Day 7 | Los Barriles

🌮 Local businesses make our communities vibrant, flavorful, and full of life!

Today, we’re shouting out Los Barriles, a current CCL Small Business Coaching participant bringing together the regional flavors of the Yucatán Peninsula and the heart of Ecuadorian cuisine.

More than a restaurant, Los Barriles is a community hub where people can gather, celebrate, and enjoy something new. They’re also just finishing up construction on their space as they get ready to better serve our Chicago community!

Looking for your next meal or place to celebrate? Visit Los Barriles and support this local Latino-owned business! Check out their website: www.losbarrileschicago.com/

Los negocios locales son parte de lo que hace únicas a nuestras comunidades. ❤️ Visita Los Barriles, comparte su historia y recomienda este negocio a tus amigos y familiares.

And remember, this support extends beyond one business. Seek out Latino-owned businesses throughout your community, support them, and recommend them to others.

Our South Side Small Business Resource Fair is just TWO WEEKS AWAY! 🎉Join Claretian Associates, Inc. Center for Changing...
09/05/2026

Our South Side Small Business Resource Fair is just TWO WEEKS AWAY! 🎉

Join Claretian Associates, Inc. Center for Changing Lives, Tech Rise P33, SSA 5 Commercial (SSA #5) administered by Calumet Area Industrial Commission, United Way of Metro Chicago, and IL Quantum & Microelectronics Park (IQMP) for a FREE event at the SALUD Center!

Connect directly with local business support organizations and discover resources to help you build and grow your business.

✨ Here’s what to expect:
🤝 Meet one-on-one with local business support organizations
💻 Get free 1:1 technical assistance for your business
🛍️ Shop a vendor marketplace featuring local South Side small businesses
🚀 Watch a live TechRise Pitch Competition, where five local entrepreneurs will compete for a share of a $30,000 prize pool in non-dilutive funding!

📅 Saturday, September 19 | 10 AM–2 PM
📍 South Chicago SALUD Center
3039 E 91st St, Chicago

🎟️ FREE and open to the community!

Get up-to-date information and register at linktr.ee/cclchicago

Join our Shop Latino Campaign: Day 6 | Hispanic Therapeutic Services🧠❤️ When you support a local business, you’re invest...
09/05/2026

Join our Shop Latino Campaign: Day 6 | Hispanic Therapeutic Services

🧠❤️ When you support a local business, you’re investing in the well-being and strength of your community.

Today, we’re shining a spotlight on HTS Hispanic Therapeutic Services, a current CCL Small Business Coaching participant providing mental health services in Chicago.

Organizations like Hispanic Therapeutic Center are an important part of our local community, creating spaces where people can access support and work toward healthier minds.

Know someone who could benefit from their services? Consider connecting them with Hispanic Therapeutic Center! Their website is: htcmentalhealth.org/

Cada recomendación puede abrir una nueva puerta para un pequeño negocio. Comparte este post y ayuda a que más personas conozcan y apoyen a Hispanic Therapeutic Center.

And remember, this support extends beyond one business. Seek out Latino-owned businesses throughout your community, support them, and recommend them to others.

🏡 Have homeownership as a goal? Take this post a sign that it is possible!Our HUD-Certified housing counselors are here ...
09/05/2026

🏡 Have homeownership as a goal? Take this post a sign that it is possible!
Our HUD-Certified housing counselors are here to guide you every step of the way. 🏠
We will also share details about the Chicago Homegrown Assistance Program.

👉🏾 Our next First-Time Homebuyer Class happening Saturday, September 19th!
📍 Bucktown-Wicker Park Public Library Branch, 1701 N Milwaukee Ave | 9:30AM to 4:30PM

💞 Get connected to resources that make homeownership more affordable and learn from industry experts. For September 19th this includes Herman Davis from Liberty Bank for Savings, Rosie Verdin from Illinois Housing Development Authority and Jerry Vasquez from Liberty Insurance.

We are here to help you build a personalized plan for your homeownership journey. 🤩
🙏🏾 Receive a HUD Homebuyer Certificate after completing the class and 1:1 counseling.

✍🏾 Spots fill quickly. Sign up at linktr.ee/cclchicago and take the first step toward your first home!

Join our Shop Latino Campaign: Day 5 | St Jane of the Lakes✨ Shopping small can help a local business thrive. Shopping t...
09/04/2026

Join our Shop Latino Campaign: Day 5 | St Jane of the Lakes

✨ Shopping small can help a local business thrive. Shopping thoughtfully can help our planet, too.

Today, we’re highlighting St. Jane of the Lakes, a current CCL Small Business Coaching participant celebrating vintage treasures and carefully curated preloved finds.

Every piece has a story, while giving quality goods a second life and helping reduce waste.

Looking for something special? Consider shopping with St Jane of the Lakes and supporting this local Latino-owned business! Head to her website to see more and get connected to a pop-up event: www.stjaneofthelakes.com/

Comprar de segunda mano también es una manera de consumir con intención. 🌿 Apoya a los pequeños negocios que están creando algo diferente y sostenible.

And don’t stop there. Look for other Latino-owned businesses in your community and show your support by shopping local, sharing their work, and spreading the word.

🎉💜 Happy Birthday, Melissa! ¡Feliz cumpleaños! 💜🎉Hoy celebramos a la increíble Melissa, una dedicada miembro de nuestra ...
09/04/2026

🎉💜 Happy Birthday, Melissa! ¡Feliz cumpleaños! 💜🎉

Hoy celebramos a la increíble Melissa, una dedicada miembro de nuestra Junta Directiva, y estamos so grateful to celebrate YOU! 🥳✨

Thank you, Melissa, for sharing your wisdom, corazón, and unwavering support with CCL. Your leadership and commitment help strengthen our organization and our vision of building a community where everyone can thrive. 🌟

¡Gracias por creer en nuestra misión, por estar presente y por todo lo que haces para fortalecer y elevar a nuestra comunidad! Tu apoyo significa muchísimo para CCL. 🙌🏽💜

Wishing you a beautiful year filled with alegría, love, laughter, and plenty of reasons to celebrate! ¡Que tengas un cumpleaños maravilloso y un año lleno de bendiciones! 🎂🎈✨

¡Feliz cumpleaños, Melissa! ¡Te celebramos hoy y siempre! 🥳💜

🎉 GALA TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE + THEME DROP! 🎉Our 2026 Gala theme is officially here: ROOTED & THRIVING 🌱✨Join us on S...
09/04/2026

🎉 GALA TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE + THEME DROP! 🎉

Our 2026 Gala theme is officially here: ROOTED & THRIVING 🌱✨

Join us on Saturday, October 17 at 6:00 PM at the Union League Club of Chicago for an evening of celebration, connection, and fundraising!

👗 Dress Code: Cocktail attire inspired by your roots.
Think elegant with a personal touch. Wear clothes, patterns, fabrics, accessories, or cultural influences that reflect what makes you feel rooted. Your roots, your style!

🎟️ Early Bird Tickets: $225 through September 16
🎟️ Regular Tickets: $300 starting September 17

Rooted in community. Thriving through opportunity.
💫Your support help make that vision possible for our neighbors and communities.

🌱 Get your tickets today: linktr.ee/cclchicago

Join our Shop Latino Campaign: Day 4 | Pabs Prints LLC🎨 Support local creativity. Support local entrepreneurship.Today, ...
09/03/2026

Join our Shop Latino Campaign: Day 4 | Pabs Prints LLC

🎨 Support local creativity. Support local entrepreneurship.

Today, we’re excited to spotlight Pabs Prints LLC, a current CCL Small Business Coaching participant whose work brings together fashion, design, furniture, jewelry, and more.

Through his clothing brand Palpable and his shop/studio experience in Chicago, Pablo is creating products and spaces that reflect his creativity and vision.

Looking for something unique? Check out Pabs Prints LLC and support this local Latino-owned creative business! Head to the website to check out ALL your options: pabloale.com/

El talento de nuestros emprendedores merece ser visto. ✨ Sigue a los negocios que te inspiran, comparte su trabajo y ayuda a que más personas los descubran.

📣 CCL Offices Closed for Labor Day🗓️ Monday, September 7th“Where there is a worker, there lies a nation.”– Eva PerónIn h...
09/03/2026

📣 CCL Offices Closed for Labor Day
🗓️ Monday, September 7th
“Where there is a worker, there lies a nation.”– Eva Perón
In honor of all work, our offices will be closed and will resume regular hours on Tuesday, September 8th. 💼✊

📣 Oficinas de CCL cerradas por el Día del Trabajo
🗓️ Lunes, 7 de septiembre
“Todo trabajo que eleva a la humanidad tiene dignidad e importancia y debe realizarse con esmero.” —Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Honrando todo tipo de trabajo, nuestras oficinas estarán cerradas y reabriremos con horario regular el martes 8 de septiembre. 💼✊

🔐 Flashback to when our team took on The Quandary Escape Rooms for our quarterly staff retreat on August 20th!Teamwork? ...
09/03/2026

🔐 Flashback to when our team took on The Quandary Escape Rooms for our quarterly staff retreat on August 20th!

Teamwork? Check. Creative problem-solving? Check. Escaping the room? Let’s just say… we had fun trying. 😂

A throwback to good times, great teamwork, and a little friendly competition! 🧩✨

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1955 N Saint Louis Avenue, #101 (First Floor)
Chicago, IL
60647

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 12pm

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(773)3426210

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