Success Stories
Ten Toes Down
AACF is proud to congratulate Arif Longe, a former program participant and an employee with the organization, for recently securing a government job in Chicago’s Thompson Center.
Arif is grateful for the transferrable skills he learned as an AACF intern. He cites his experience as being a large part in landing his new position as Office Clerk for the State of Illinois essential skills that he uses in his new role.
Arif entered into the Youth Employment and Entrepreneurship Program at AACF three years ago after learning about it from his brother, a former participant. read more
Featured News
Thanksgiving to the Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation
In this Season of Giving, we wish to express our sincere gratitude to the Oak Park-River Forest (OPRF) Community Foundation for the generous grant awarded to us. As one of 21 noteworthy organizations in the area, AACF received a portion of $204,200 in total in grant monies generously given this year by the OPRF Community Foundation in support of community sustainability, education, and youth development. read more
The Community Technology Center offers Basic Microsoft Word and Excel courses monthly. To register for a course, call 708-848-1700. Through the KAM Institute of Healthcare and Technology, AACF offers vocational training in a wide range of computer applications and technical skills. For more information, contact us.
Work for AACF
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We are a Service provider
As a Service provider, we offer employment and vocational training services under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. read more
Digital Manufacturing Technology Internship Program
This program is designed to provide classroom instruction with hands-on training in the digital design and digital manufacturing. This program focuses on training critical to success in manufacturing careers such as laser cutting, machining, 3D printing and CNC milling. Career and Employment Assistance services, a component of the program provides job readiness skills training, vocational training, guidance and support throughout all phases of the employment process for program participants and job seekers.
Preparing Today’s Youths And Young Adults for the Challenges of Tomorrow
Fact:
The current minimum wage in Illinois $9.25, and will increase to $12.00 by January 2022 however still not a living wage.
Fact:
High school dropout are less likely to earn a living wage, and more likely to be poor and rely on public assistance, engage in crime and generate other social costs. (Rumberger).
Join AACF to help create economic equality for low income members of our community and end the cycle of poverty.
Upcoming Events
Future CNA Class to start on July 14, 2020 and September 15, 2020. Each class session will meet Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 9:00 am until 3:30 PM for 9 weeks.
Community Job Fair will be held on April 23, 2020. See our event page for further details of the event and to register or sponsor the event. Click here to register. This event has been postponed until further notice.
Volunteer Information Session 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM July 16, 2020. If you are interested in volunteering for AACF, join us and explore your options at our next orientation session.
Black Star Gala & Awards, the first annual benefit of the African American Christian Foundation to celebrate our work and achievements on October 21, 2021.
5 Top Tips for Your Job Hunt During Coronavirus
Things have changed rapidly due to the coronavirus, but it doesn't have to shut down your entire life. If you're in the middle of job hunting, it may be time to make adjustments to your hunt. Right now, most people will be looking to skip a face-to-face meeting....