News + Announcements

25 April 2009 = Speed Networking event Wednesday, May 13th!

22 April 2009 = Local First Chicago announces Annual Fund Raiser event! Thursday, June 4th! Complimentary food, entertainment, network, and silent auction! Get your tickets today!

17 February 2009 = Local First Chicago's consumer newsletter Chicago Happenings surpasses the 10,000 subscriber mark!

7 January 2009 = HYBRID HOUSE DISCOUNT Save 15% AND Donate $50 to Local First Forget the Hybrid Car, Get a Hybrid House !!! Safety Power is offering this discount to all employees, families and friends of Local First Chicago Members. Offer Valid until March 31, 2009. Chicago and "Close burbs" only. Please use WebCoupon: "LOCAL FIRST" to receive 15% off at our Contact Page . Please feel free to contact me if you should have any questions about this promotion. Thank You, Rob Brazzale, Safety Power, Inc., (773) 732-5833 , www.CutPowerCosts.com

30 December 2008 = Local First Chicago, like everyone, is feeling the pinch. We are facing a reduction in funding and donations. The only way Local First Chicago will be able to maintain the same level of outreach and community activism in 2009 is if we raise the money now!
Please make your donation today to say you support Local First Chicago and our mission. Donations can be made via paypal or sent in as a check to "Local First Chicago" at 2125 W. North Ave, Chicago, IL 60647.Thank you.

20 November 2008 = Can your dollar really make a difference? YES.
Read a letter from the President of Local First Chicago's Board of Directors, Casey Rutledge, to learn more...

4 November 2008 = New Website by Orbit Media launches! Thank You Orbit!

31 October 2008 = Networking? - If you're on LinkedIn then join Local First Chicago's Group! Get connected with other local minded leaders.