LVCC Blog

Calling All Business Owners Little Village East TIF Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF) Informational Session November 5th 10:00 am - 11:30 am The Little Village Chamber of Commerce is joining forces with Wintrust Bank to hold an informational session about the City of Chicago’s Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF).It will be held on November 5, 2026. The SBIF application period is open November 1st to November 30th to businesses located ...

Congratulations to Regalos y Creaciones Lucy, our October 2026 Business of the Month! Owner María Guadalupe Ortiz has made Regalos y Creaciones Lucy the place in Little Village for making every celebration personal. The shop specializes in unique gifts, personalized details and handmade creations for every occasion. Each piece is made with care and creativity, the kind of detail that turns a gift into a memory. We are proud to ...

Congratulations to Chicago Pet Store, our September 2026 Business of the Month! Chicago Pet Store has been owned by the Zarate family and operated since 1986, caring for the pets of Little Village and the families who love them for 40 years. The store carries high-quality pets along with the food, supplies and everyday essentials that keep them healthy and happy. It’s a true one-stop shop for pet lovers, with ...

The Little Village Chamber of Commerce, as a referral partner for the Cook County Small Business Source, helps connect small business owners with a no-cost business advisor, helping to take out the learning curves when it comes to finding the resources and opportunities best suited for your growth. Whether you’re looking for guidance with funding options, marketing or day-to-day operations, we’ll get your started on the right path. Reach out ...

SAVE THE DATE - September 1, 2026 - 3pm - 6 pm Wintrust Resource Fair 2026 FREE ENTRANCE 3354 W 26th St. Little Village Chicago, IL 60623 3pm - 6 pm #wintrustlavillita #wintrustlittlevillage

The Citywide Adopt-A-Landmark Fund provides grants to support the restoration of designated landmark buildings and structures throughout Chicago. The funds are generated by downtown construction projects that contribute to the Neighborhood Opportunity Bonus system. The 2026 Adopt-A-Landmark application period opened Friday, May 8, and applications are due by 4 p.m. Monday, August 10. A total of $750,000 is available for projects in this funding round. For "Project Eligibility" and "Applications" ...

🎉 JULY BUSINESS OF THE MONTH: Sabores Nevería y Frutería! 🎉 The Little Village Chamber of Commerce is proud to congratulate Sabores Nevería y Frutería as our Business of the Month for July 2026! This beloved neighborhood spot serves up refreshing treats and fresh fruit favorites, open seven days a week for the community. 📍 Address: 3905 W 26th St, Chicago, IL 60623 📞 Phone: (773) 277-8944 🌐 Facebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577287656816 ...

GIVING BACK TO OUR COMMUNITY ONE CHILD AT A TIME! Free food and drinks, entertainment, resourcces and more fun! Child must be present to receive a backpack Anyone 16 and over must register to obtain bracelet for entry and participate in backpack and food giveaways (backpack giveaway is for school-aged children 5-17 years of age) Ticket must be presented to receive one food item Backpacks are given at random. Styles ...

Running a small business is no small feat, but you don’t have to do it alone. As a referral partner with the Cook County Small Business Source, we can help connect you with a no-cost advisor to guide you on funding, marketing, operations and much more. Let’s get you started on the right path—reach out today. www.cookcountysmallbiz.org Cook County Source #littlevillagechamber #lavillita

Spend a Sunday with your family at Rate Field this summer with tickets starting at $12 for every Sunday home game. Every Sunday home game, enjoy family-friendly activities throughout the park - plus, kids can run the bases after the game! Tickets start at $12 and enjoy discounts on parking. Includes all fees. Kids Run the Bases is available for all kids 13 and younger (must be 36” or taller to participate). ...