Somos Belmont Cragin
Founded in 2003, the Northwest Center exists to improve the economic well-being and quality of life in Belmont Cragin and the surrounding communities.
By identifying and responding to the needs of our community, we offer housing counseling, financial literacy programs, organizing & activism, and neighborhood-specific initiatives.
Together, we empower the resilient community we call home.
Coming soon!
Northwest Center's Diversey office is currently closed for construction and operating from Belmont Cragin locations!
Services available at:
Kelvyn Park Senior Center l 2715 N Cicero Ave l Chicago, IL 60639
First-Time Homebuying
Foreclosure Prevention
Financial Counseling
Older Adult Programs
Services available at:
Parent University l 3030 N Mobile Chicago l Behind the school in module door #14
Community Organizing
Digital Literacy
Health Equity
LIHEAP & Benefits Enrollment
Parent Mentor Program
Youth Programs
The NWSCDC is operating at 5212 W Diversey Ave
Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
Latest Stories
A look at 2022
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The NWC Housing Counseling Center's First-Time Homebuying (FTHB) team provided down payment assistance, supported the purchase of 10 homes, helped 10 individuals become mortgage-ready in 90 days, and hosted 21 workshops serving 217 participants
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NWC's Financial Opportunity Center (FOC) disseminated nearly $100,000 in light and gas benefits to families who experienced financial hardship throughout 2022
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224 residents participating in charlas, or healthy cooking workshops, led by our community health workers, hosting a total of 14 workshops and averaging 16 residents per charla
Take Action
We can’t respond to the needs of the community without support from people like you. Make a contribution today to help families stabilize their housing, achieve financial goals, organize for their communities, and build resilience.
Are you looking to grow as a leader within your community, serve as a Parent Mentor in your child’s school, or gain valuable internship experience? We’re always seeking energetic volunteers to fuel our work, and we have a place for you.