North River Commission

Community and economic development programs are the core work of this nonprofit. Its departments support affordable housing through landlord-tenant collaboration, education partnerships with Chicago Public Schools and local universities, and local business districts through business resources and development. The organization also promotes open spaces, recreation, river and park cleanups, and tree planting. Arts and culture work includes collaborations with artists and community events such as Flavors of Albany Park and Lot Jams. Education programs include free before- and after-school activities for low-income students. Its service area covers Albany Park, North Park, Mayfair, North Mayfair, and Ravenswood Manor on Chicago's Northwest Side.