Introducing Your Organization (City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development)

  • Opportunities are introduced through tailored presentations and Q&A sessions with employers.
  • Personal phone calls and presentations are used to introduce the organization’s mission and services.
  • DPD staff regularly attend community meetings and events where businesses are present and provide information on the various grant programs available.
  • Employers are given clear, upfront explanations about program requirements to establish credibility.
  • Employers are directed to the DPD website for more information.

This content is based on interviews or email correspondence with Lijia Evariz in 2024. This content was approved by the organization in March 2025.