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HACC Community Informational

Thank you to everyone who came out to our recent Community Informational event! It was a great opportunity to connect with all of you and share what HACC is all about. We were excited to highlight the work our agency does, celebrate some of our recent accomplishments, and give you a sneak peek into what's coming next. Your support and engagement mean the world to us, and we're so grateful to have you as part of our community.

Employee Spotlight

July Champion of the Month - Tavarus Collins

Tavarus shows his dedication to the YouthBuild students and passion for education are an inspiration. He's always willing to pivot his lesson plans and teaching style to help students succeed, and he creates a fun, safe learning environment where they feel comfortable asking questions. His collaborative spirit makes him a vital member of our staff.

August Champion of the Month - Santos Salgado

Santos has consistently proven himself to be a standout coworker and a real asset to the community who always is willing to help out our community members. He's always ready to lend a hand, whether it's for moving boxes, changing lights, or anything else. He's a truly vital part of our company and community, and his dedication is absolutely worth celebrating.

YouthBuild Insights

YouthBuild went to Scene75 this past Friday, and we had a blast! From laser tag to arcade games, everyone had a great time celebrating all their hard work. Keep an eye out for our next adventure!

YouthBuild Student of the Month

Congratulations to Tanesia McFarland, who has been named YouthBuild's Student of the Month! This recognition is for her incredible dedication to her schoolwork, her developing leadership skills, and the remarkable growth she has shown over the past few months.

YouthBuild Educational Conference

YouthBuild Team Lead Ryan Jelks and Education Coordinator Andrew Robicheaux recently attended the YouthBuild Educational Conference. They focused on how to ethically integrate AI into the educational system and explored various testing software to better support students. The conference also provided a valuable opportunity to network with other professionals, where they discussed the challenges and differences between various programs, cohort lengths, and even charter schools. They returned with new insights on how to better support students after graduation.

Oakwood Trace Back to School event

We had a blast at our Oakwood Trace Back to School event! It was incredible to see so many of our K-12 residents get ready for the new school year. We were thrilled to hand out school supplies to help them succeed. A huge thank you to Tricoci Beauty School for providing awesome back-to-school haircuts that had the kids looking and feeling their best! Families also enjoyed some delicious BBQ, and the kids had a great time playing in the bounce house.

Shine the Block at Oakwood Trace

To help rebuild our community and create a safer environment for everyone, Oakwood Trace recently hosted a "Shine the Block" event! It was a great day of bringing our neighbors together, with support from the Champaign Police Department and DREAAM.

Unit 4 Back to School fair at marketplace Mall

HACC was proud to participate in the recent Unit 4 Back to School Fair at Marketplace Mall! Our team enjoyed connecting with families and contributing to the community by giving away school supplies and sharing information on valuable resources. It was truly inspiring to see everyone come together to help students get ready for a successful school year.

Medicare Informational for our Senior residents!

Our senior residents at Washington and Haven had a great informational session with Medicare to discuss updates, changes, and answer any questions they had. It's so important to us that our residents feel informed and empowered when it comes to their healthcare. We're grateful for the opportunity to connect them with the resources they need!

August Supportive Services Summary

Don't Miss Your Chance to Earn $34,000

Families at HACC's SHIFT Program have an opportunity to earn up to $34,000!

The HUD FSS Program empowers families to achieve financial independence. By offering financial incentives, case management, and supportive services, it helps participants increase their income, save for future goals, and break out of the cycle of poverty. Through this program, families can gain the tools and resources needed to build a brighter future for themselves.

For questions, please email Jamesz@hacc.net

Looking for a great way to support small business owners? Come to the 6th Annual Inspire H.E.R. Vendor Expo at the I Hotel 'Heritage Hall' in Champaign on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM! Enjoy food, drinks, raffles, giveaways, music, and networking. It's FREE to the public! Hear from DJ Big Bill on the mic, plus a surprise guest speaker and more.

Learn more at:

alwaysinspireher@gmail.com

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Board of Commissioner's next board meeting is September 25th, 2025

Upcoming Events

Inspire H.E.R. Small Business Vendor Expo- 9/6/25
HACC Job & Resource Fair- 9/12/ 25
Community Job & Resource Fair at the Champaign Public Library- 9/15/25
UIUC School of social Work Community Connection Corner- 9/17/25
Budget Basics with Busey Bank- 9/18/25
Champaign Public Library Job & Resource Fair- 9/25/25

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