Ethiopian Community Association of Chicago (ECAC)

Huge honor at the African Diaspora Exhibition! 🌍 We were thrilled to welcome Mayor Brandon Johnson to the Ethiopia booth at the exhibition organized by Chicago Public Schools.

Our ECAC staff had the wonderful opportunity to meet with the Mayor and express our appreciation for his dedication to Chicago’s youth. We specifically admire the expansion of the Chicago Youth Works initiative—investing in the next generation is at the heart of what we do.

Thank you, Mr. Mayor, for stopping by and for your continued support of our immigrant and refugee communities!

Join us as we celebrate the 130th Anniversary of ADWA.

We're hiring! Youth Programs Coordinator (Amharic required)

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We're hiring! Join ECAC's Health Services team as a Health Services Case Manager or a Community Health Worker Coordinator.

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Health Services Case Manager - Chicago, IL 60659 - Indeed.com ETHIOPIAN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION OF CHICAGO, INC

Check out two new programs at ECAC!

Immigrant Family Resource Program: We can assist eligible immigrants in applying for critical public benefits, including SNAP, TANF, and Medicaid.

New Americans Initiative: We will help you prepare and apply for citizenship! We offer free citizenship classes to anyone with permanent residence status, and our legal team can help you apply when it is time to file.

Call 773-508-0303 or visit us at 5800 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL 60659 to learn more.

This holiday season, ECAC is joining the Movement!

We invite you to support ECAC and join us in creating a better future for Ethiopians, immigrants, and refugees. Together, we're making a bigger impact in their lives.

With just 8 days left until Giving Tuesday, here are just few ways to support our campaign

ECAC's Winter Camp (Fun Activities & Games)
Ages: 6–13

Dates: December 22, 2025 –January 2, 2026

Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Cost: Free of charge

Location: 5800 N Lincoln Ave, Unit D, Chicago, IL 60659

Closed Days: December 25 & 26, January 1 & 2

Registration Link https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=prNZtxGGH0SwOUdlpRLNrx1HfYkeYpdJteNYK2IYwTxUQkJEUVpSWExSMFJNQkVEVllYSFg1Q0pFRS4u&origin=QRCode&qrcodeorigin=presentation&route=shorturl

Space is limited therefore this is based on first come, first served policy, please register now.

This Year, ECAC is joining millions and participating in Giving Tuesday. Through your contribution, we can continue our important work. We work tirelessly to help Ethiopians, immigrants, and refugees get the essential services and training they need to adjust to life in the United States.

Will you join us in making a difference this Giving Tuesday?

Thank you for being a vital part of our community, and for considering a gift today. Please visit Ecachicago.org for more information including where and how to donate and volunteer.

It'd be good to know these resources

This change is expected to impact many families in Illinois. We estimate that at least some 560 of our current clients may lose their SNAP food benefits starting November 1st.

Donating is an efficient way to help us bridge this gap and support your neighbors.

https://ecachicago.networkforgood.com/projects/262445-emergency-food-support