The EEC Grant Program was developed to help create an inclusive business ecosystem within communities that have historically faced systemic barriers to entry and growth through dynamic partnerships, targeted outreach, and tailored programs and initiatives. DCEO has previously awarded $2.5 million in grant funding to 10 recipients through the EEC Grant Program. Read more [...] Economic Empowerment Center Notice of Funding Opportunity Round 2
The EEC Grant Program was developed to help create an inclusive business ecosystem within communities that have historically faced systemic barriers to entry and growth through dynamic partnerships, targeted outreach, and tailored programs and initiatives. DCEO has previously awarded $2.5 million in grant funding to 10 recipients through the EEC Grant Program. Read more [...] 
Happy Mother’s Day to all moms, everywhere, and Thank you for everything you do! We Salute Military Women Veteran Mothers who are making a sacrifice serving our nation on this day! 
SBA in Chicago is looking for an Outreach Marketing Specialist GS12 with a hiring preference for a disabled veteran with lending experience. 
Join us for good food, spirited camaraderie, and the inspiring words of Ms. Shoshana Johnson, as we commemorate the 21st Anniversary of National Women Veterans United and celebrate Women’s History Month. March 21, 2026, from 12noon to 4pm at the Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn. DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS MARCH 2, 2026. 
Happy New Year! We truly appreciate your support and commitment. Wishing you a joyful and successful year ahead. 
Have a Happy Holiday Season and a Happy New Year 2026. 
Happy 389th birthday to the US National Guard. The official birth date of the Army National Guard as a reserve component of the Army is December 13, 1636. 
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, December 7, 2025 marks the 84th Anniversary of the Japanese attacks on Pearl Harbor. 
PLEASE SUPPORT MILITARY WOMEN VETERANS on Giving Tuesday, December 2 
The National Women Veterans United would like to wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving Day.