Welcome to AACF

AACF was established as a not-for-profit agency in 1985, and has helped to create employment opportunity for community residents regardless of race, color or religious affiliation.

Programs & Services

AACF offers a broad range of programs designed to empower and meet the growing needs of the underemployed in Illinois.

 

How You Can Help

We rely on your support to continue our programs. There are many ways you can help.

 

 

Upcoming Events

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Breaking the Cycle of Poverty

Sustainable Self-Sufficiency

Resilience Over Adversity

Join Our Black History Month Poetry Contest

Celebrate Black History Month with us by entering our Black History Month poetry contest and let your voice be heard! Submit a poem in rhyme or free verse about what is important to you about Black History Month.

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Youth Program Waitlist

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

We look for dedicated people who are committed to changing lives. Sound like you? 

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 Classes are starting soon. Class sessions meet Tuesday and Friday or Saturday from 9:00 am until 3:30 PM for 10 weeks or 20 weeks. Students must qualify to register for a class. Call to register today.

Our Community Job Fair will be held twice annually. See our Event page for further details and to register or become a sponsor.

We hold regular Volunteer Information Sessions at our office. If you are interested in volunteering for AACF, join us and explore your options. Learn more and sign up to become a volunteer.

Black Star Gala & Awards, the first annual benefit of the African American Christian Foundation to celebrate our work and achievements on October 19, 2023.

Breaking Down Barriers to Mental Healthcare at Work

We have come a long way in the realm of mental healthcare at work, with huge leaps being made due to a mental health crisis created by the COVID-19 pandemic. Spikes in stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and substance abuse issues have occurred in the past years compounded by economic insecurity and social unrest brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic since 2020.

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Congratulations Michelle for obtaining your CNA license.          Kudos and best wishes Jarice on your new job and bright future.          Congratulations Brandon for getting your CDL.          AACF is a Microsoft training partner.          Attend our mentoring session every third Thursday of the month at 6:00 PM.          Our Semi Annual Job Fairs April and July from 10 am until 1 pm. Be on the look out for the exact day.          Thank you Dr. Scholl Foundation for your generous support of our life changing programs.         Thank you Bemis Foundation for your support of our live changing job training programs.          Literacy Volunteers to assist AACF youths on GED and basic adult education test with tutoring and other literacy support.          Welcome Walgreens as our newest work-site.          Did you know that you can get up to $600 for your working used car if you are unable to donate it for a tax deduction. Inquire about our Cars4Work program.          Personalized case management can go a long way to help our interns achieve their goals.          Mr. Floyd donated to support our general operational fund. Thank you for your support.          Youths, interested in college or advance education? Call to find out how you can qualify for up to $5000 for school, college, trade or university of your choice today.          Find out how you can donate your used car for a deserving youth to go to work.         Your partnership is much appreciated Paul Simon Chicago Job Corps.          Read our Success Stories here.

 

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