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Vendor Contract Archive

November 18, 2024

CHA's archive of contracts prior to the current year can be viewed here. Read the current year's contracts.

This tool allows the general public and other interested parties to browse information associated with CHA contracts and vendors online. CHA remains committed to assisting potential vendors in accessing this information.

Press Releases

CHA bids adieu to more than 200 college-bound freshmen at 15th annual Take Flight College Send-Off

August 6, 2025
Students enjoy event hosted by CHA’s nonprofit partner Springboard to Success (S2S)
CHA 15th annual Take Flight College Send-Off
Press Releases

Award-winning program inspired CHA student to pursue filmmaking – and come out of her shell

July 30, 2025
DePaul’s “Become a Filmmaker” is one of 11 programs that have helped some 2,300 CHA youth explore career pathways this summer
Resident Spotlight: LaTreva Owodele

Springboard to Success

August 14, 2024
At Springboard to Success, we’re dedicated to empowering the youth of Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) households by providing the tools and opportunities they need to achieve academic excellence, economic security, and long-term independence.

Find Food Programs

August 5, 2024
SNAP (Food Stamps) Application | Food Pantries | Great Chicago Food Depository | Feeding America | CHA's Summer Food Service Program | CHA's Golden Diner Program | Healthy Food Options for Seniors | Commodities Supplemental Food Program

Hospitality Training Program (Golden Diners)

July 19, 2024

You can earn money while you learn in the CHA Hospitality Training Program. Get paid for up to 9 months of training and work at CHA Golden Diners locations around Chicago. 

Connect with E&ES to get started. E&ES will help you get industry certifications in hospitality and food service so you're ready for a new job when the paid training is done. Sign up today to reach your career goals! 

HCV Tax Savings Program

October 3, 2024
Under state law, Illinois property owners who rent to participants in the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program may receive property tax abatement (“tax savings”) in an amount up to 19% of a property’s Equalized Assessed Value (EAV).

2025 CHA Owner Symposium

Sep 25, 2025 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
CHA Headquarters
The Owner Symposium is CHA's premier event for Chicago property owners, managers, investors and other real estate professionals. Now in its 16th year, this day-long event will be held at CHA Headquarters and feature three general sessions, including an “Ask Us Anything” Town Hall with CHA staff, a
Owner Symposium 2025

Down Payment Assistance

July 19, 2024

The Down Payment Assistance Program (DPA) helps families with upfront costs of buying a home. CHA residents are eligible for a $20,000 grant. However, CHA residents who receive a grant will be transitioned off of their subsidy. If you are not a CHA resident, but are an Illinois resident or moving to Chicago, you are eligible for a $10,000 grant. (Download a summary flier.)

CHA Scholarship Program

July 19, 2024

The CHA Scholarship application is closed until next year. Please check back at the beginning of 2026 to apply. 

CHA encourages residents pursuing an undergraduate education to apply for the CHA Scholarship program. Awardees will receive $2,000 which can be used for tuition, books, or supplies.

The application for the 2025-2026 school year will be live January 30, 2025. Applicants will be notified of award status by July.

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