Impact Stories

Celebrating the work our members and partners do every day to support affordable housing, economic development, and stronger communities across Illinois and Wisconsin.
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Sep 23, 2025
Transforming Technology into Opportunity
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Sep 12, 2025
FHLBank Chicago, IFF, Impact Seven, and Cinnaire Celebrate Groundbreaking of Trailview Cottages
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Jul 25, 2025
FHLBank Chicago Celebrates Grand Opening of the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Residences at Woodale Crossing
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Jul 23, 2025
Federal Home Loan Banks Publish Comprehensive 2024 Impact Report
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Jun 27, 2025
Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago and Village Bank & Trust Celebrate Grand Opening of Zion Woods Apartments
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Jun 17, 2025
FHLBank Chicago Releases 2024 Impact Report, Highlighting Growing Contributions to Housing and Community Development Across Illinois and Wisconsin
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Nov 19, 2024
FHLBank Chicago Invests over $27 Million to support Small Businesses in Illinois and Wisconsin
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Oct 30, 2024
FHLBank Chicago Awards over $47 Million in Affordable Housing Grants to Strengthen Communities throughout Illinois and Wisconsin
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Oct 10, 2024
FHLBank Chicago Awards $3 Million for Developer Program to Empower Emerging Leaders in Affordable Housing
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Sep 25, 2024
Community First Accelerate Grants: Small Business Stories From Around the District - Part Two
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Sep 16, 2024
Community First Accelerate Grants: Small Business Stories From Around the District
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Aug 27, 2024
FHLBank Chicago Increases Funding for Housing Counseling Resource Program
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Jun 28, 2024
Federal Home Loan Banks Publish 2023 Impact Report
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Jun 18, 2024
Expanding Housing Access and Strengthening Communities: FHLBank Chicago Launches Impact Report
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May 22, 2024
2024 Community First® Accelerate Grants for Small Business Opening on June 3
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Apr 10, 2024
Providing Pathways to Homeownership