Housing Authority of Champaign County

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Monthly Newsletter

Landlord Appreciation Dinner

The Housing Authority of Champaign County recently hosted a Landlord Appreciation Dinner to recognize the hard work and commitment of our landlords. Their efforts are crucial to our continued growth and ability to provide quality housing to our community. We're grateful to everyone who joined us and to our sponsors, Roto-Rooter and ATS, for their generous support in making this event a success.

HACC Adds to the Team

HACC is thrilled to announce the addition of a new Career Specialist and Education Coordinator! Our new Career Specialist will work one-on-one with students to help them explore career paths, secure internships, and make informed decisions about their future. Our Education Coordinator will provide personalized guidance and support to ensure students graduate on time or even early. By working closely with students, our Education Coordinator will help them overcome obstacles, stay on track, and achieve their academic goals.

2025 Administrative Plan Training

The Housing Authority of Champaign County has been hard at work on our 2025 Administrative Plan! Our team recently completed a two-day intensive training session with Cydney Jones-Ratliff from Allecca Consulting. This plan is designed to enhance our services and better serve our clients. Stay tuned for updates on how this plan will positively impact our community. Thank you again to Cydney Jones-Ratliff for coming in and training our staff on our Admin Plan!

All Staff

The Housing Authority of Champaign County recently held our annual All Staff training meeting to enhance our ability to serve you better. To show our support for breast cancer awareness, we all donned pink for the occasion.

For more on Breast Cancer Awareness

HACC YouthBuild

YouthBuild stopped by The Housing Authority of Champaign County's Job and Resource Fair.

YouthBuild Student zip lining at Timber Point Camp. Photographed by Jobie T.

YouthBuild Student in the early stages of making Banana Pudding. Photographed by YouthBuild Staff member Andrew R.

YouthBuild prepping materials for the small house they will be building over the next few months. Photographed by Peyton PJ

HACC's YouthBuild program has been a hive of activity! From thrilling adventures at Timber Pointe Camp to the sweet satisfaction of baking, and from the hands-on experience of construction week to vital skill-building trainings, our young builders have been fully immersed in learning and growing. We're incredibly proud of their dedication and hard work!

Community Outreach

Congratulations to Leon Hounnou

We're thrilled to congratulate Leon Hounnou on his remarkable achievements. As a recent SHIFT Program graduate, he earned over $14,000 in incentives and secured a $15,000 down payment assistance grant to realize his dream of homeownership.

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

HACC Annual Trunk or Treat

On October 30th HACC transformed its parking lot with trunks filled with candy and scares. The night was filled with spooky sights, silly sounds, and sweet treats. Children of all ages donned their most creative costumes, from adorable superheroes to fearsome monsters. It is always so lovely to see our community come together.

Washington Square Costume Contest!

HACC celebrated Halloween all month long, including a costume contest at Washington Square! Every costume was amazing, but Wilkinson put a spell on us and came out on top!

Job & Resource Fair

Job Fair - November 1st, 2024

HACC's recent Job and Resource Fair was a collaborative effort that brought together a diverse group of organizations to serve the Champaign County community. Over 20 organizations, including the Park District, UIUC, Local 149, and local law enforcement, participated in the event, demonstrating a shared commitment to supporting local residents. Thanks to the hard work and dedication of all involved, the fair was a huge success

Announcements

The Housing Authority of Champaign County is offering a grant to help low-income students who have been accepted to an in-state school pay for on-campus housing (i.e. dormitory housing). Students must be between the ages of 17 and 24, attend an in-state college with on-campus housing, must currently be a part of a HACC Assisted Household and apply by December 1st, 2024.

To apply please email James Zielinski [Jamesz@hacc.net].

IN THE NEWS

PHOTO GALLERY: 2024 Forty Under 40 banquet

The 17th class of Central Illinois Business magazine's Forty Under 40 - powered by Busey Bank and The News-Gazette - was celebrated Thursday at the I Hotel and Illinois Conference

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Housing Authority of Champaign County will be closed from December 23rd - December 27th

HACC Board Announcement

Next Board Meeting will be held Thursday, December 12th, 2024

Upcoming Events

Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway Urbana - November 25th
Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway Champaign - November 26th
Money Matters w/Heartland Bank - November 26th
Starting your Small Business in Illinois w/ SBDC - December 6th
UIUC Mental Health Workshop - December 13th

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