Please provide a brief update on your progress toward your proposed CWB goals in the last reporting period:
CCL: We have accomplished all of our deliverables with respect to Agency Events, Canvassing, and Materials & are well on track to accomplish our remaining Collaborations, Success Stories, and attending monthly CWB Working Group meetings by the end of the grant term. CEC: Specifically, this month we met with 5 leaders individually. They continue to participate in our ongoing training. We have updated our curriculum twice this month and we implemented 2 training sessions this month.
What constraints or limitations, if any, did you experience in the last reporting period?
Our team engaged in a number of outreach activities, which supported our canvassing efforts, but have not yet seen those canvassing efforts translate into coaching sessions scheduled. We have since made some adjustments to our coaching sessions strategy and are expected to be back on track this following month.
What opportunities, if any, did you take advantage of in the last reporting period?
Our team hosted a South Side Small Business Resource Fair, Digital Skills Graduation Luncheon, and attended the USFWC Conference & BACP Small Business Expo, which provided the opportunity to increase our visibility and engagement.
Did you establish new CWB relationships/partnerships in the last reporting period?
No
Please describe the relationships you established pertaining to your CWB work.
Did you collaborate with other TA providers in the last reporting period?
No
Which TA provider(s) did you work with?
Please share on behalf of whom / which projects you collaborated with the TA providers above:
Did you attend the Working Group meeting last month?
Yes
How would you rate the usefulness of the working group to your project last month? (on a scale of 1-5)
4
Optional Space
Community Area(s) (select all that apply)
| Community Area | Participants Served in this Community Area |
|---|---|
| South Shore | 1 |
| South Lawndale | 1 |
| Pullman | 1 |
| South Chicago | 5 |
| Loop | 2 |
| Logan Square | 1 |
| Rogers Park | 2 |
| Englewood | 1 |
| Belmont Cragin | 1 |
| Irving Park | 1 |
Race / Ethnicity of Participants (select all that apply)
Gender identity of Participants (select all that apply)
Age Range of Participants (select all that apply)
How many sessions of one-on-one consulting to Worker Cooperatives, Conversions, or Co-op Developers did you conduct this reporting period? (e.g. one group or individual with one training provider)?
0
How many group workshops for Worker Cooperatives, Conversions, or Co-op Developers did you conduct this reporting period? (e.g. convenings, workshops, events, etc.)
2
How many hours of support to CWB Pre-Development Worker Cooperatives, Conversions, or Co-op Developers did you provide this reporting period?
0
How many hours of support to existing Worker Cooperatives, Conversions, or Co-op Developers did you provide this reporting period?
0
How many co-op businesses did you develop last reporting period? (It's okay if the answer is 0)
0
How many jobs were created overall last reporting period? (It's okay if the answer is 0)
0
Please list the Worker Cooperatives, Conversions, or Co-op Developers Organizations you worked with this reporting period.
Other organization (please specify):
ChiCommons
What type(s) of Technical Assistance did you provide to Worker Cooperatives, Conversions, or Co-op Developers this reporting period? Select all that apply.
Did you provide education to any Worker Cooperatives, Conversions, or Co-op Developers this reporting period?
Yes
How many hours of cohort education/training did you provide last month?
2
How many hours of popular education/outreach did you provide last month?
6
Number of curriculum material(s) created last month
1
How did you market your services and conduct outreach in the last reporting period? Select all that apply.
What are the greatest needs that your WC clients/partners expressed in this reporting period?
n/A
What are the greatest gaps in service or resources in Chicago's CWB ecosystem?
N/A
Please share any direct testimonials from Worker Cooperatives, Conversions, or Co-op Developers clients or storytelling about the impact of your work this period:
Imanol Sanchez is a college student at the Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT), currently engaged in employment coaching. As he prepares for his professional future, he is exploring career paths that align with his goals and values. Imanol is particularly interested in finding stable employment, achieving a healthy work-life balance, and working in an environment that empowers and invests in his development. Although starting a small business had not previously been on his radar. During our 1:1 session, he was introduced to the concept of worker cooperatives. In worker cooperatives, members are encouraged to take on various roles and responsibilities, which can enhance their skills and foster career growth. Given that Imanol will soon enter the competitive field of computer science and video game industry, he is considering how the cooperative model might offer opportunities for collaboration with like-minded partners. He will continue to reflect on this model as he navigates his career path.
Please upload media (document with testimonials, photos, or video links) from WC workshops or events held.
Did your organization provide any additional TA support this reporting period that was NOT covered in the previous tabs?
Yes
Please describe the type(s) of organizations you supported (i.e. nonprofits, business service orgs, etc.)
Non-profits, established LLCs, and apsiring entreprenuers.
How many total organizations or entities did you support (that were not covered in the previous tabs)?
2
How many total hours of support did you provide to these organizations?
4
Please share any other relevant details about the support you provided these organizations:
Provided 1-1 coaching and worked with members to explore the worker cooperative business model and how it might be a viable path for them to consider in entity formation.
