Health care institutions, residents, educators, non-profits, businesses, government agencies and faith-based institutions that work, live and congregate on Chicago’s West Side have come together as West Side United to make their neighborhoods stronger, healthier and more vibrant places to live.
Apply for the Live Healthy Chicago COVID-19 Community Grant!
Over the next 2 years, Live Healthy Chicago seeks to distribute $2.9 million in community-based grants to organizations who are implementing COVID-19 response strategies in black and brown communities.
West Side United COVID-19 and Reopening Resources
Resources for those affected by COVID-19 in Chicago and surrounding areas, the state of Illinois and the United States, including links and information on education tools, food resources, health guidance and small business needs.
Our West Side
Our Impact
West Side United believes that four impact areas – Economic Vitality, Education, Health & Healthcare and Neighborhood & Physical Environment – are the keys to reduce the life expectancy gap between downtown and the West Side of Chicago.
Our Mission
To build community health and economic wellness on Chicago’s West Side and build healthy, vibrant neighborhoods.