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Serving Illinois since 1867, Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is a statewide, not-for-profit social service agency of the three Illinois synods of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). The demographics of clients served by LSSI generally reflect those of Illinois’ population, with one important exception—more than 80 percent of clients report an annual household income under $15,000, compared to just 12 percent of all Illinois households. The organization provides critical programs for the state’s most vulnerable residents including foster care, mental health services, alcohol and drug treatment, affordable senior housing, residential programs for people with developmental disabilities, and programs that help formerly incarcerated individuals integrate back into society.

IGNITE is the region's young professional group. Our mission is to attract and retain young professionals to the Rockford region. We do this by connecting and engaging young professionals with leadership, professional and personal development and volunteer opportunities. Want to learn more about IGNITE? Join us at a Town Hall Meeting, After 5 networking session, Lunch with a Leader or volunteer event or check out our Facebook and start connecting! Become an IGNITE member and connect with over 400 young professionals at great events all over the Rockford region. Membership is free and all who live, work, learn or play in the Rockford region are welcome!

The Rockford Housing Authority The Rockford Housing Authority (RHA) is a municipal corporation established under Chapter 67 1/2 of the Illinois statues. It is governed by a Board of five (5) Commissioners who are appointed to staggered five-year terms by the Mayor of the City of Rockford. Board officers are elected annually by majority vote of the Board of Commissioners. The Executive Director serves as the Secretary for the Board of Commissioners. The Board of Commissioners’ responsibilities include overseeing the operations of the Housing Authority as well as the review and approval of RHA policies as recommended by the Executive Director. The RHA employs a staff of approximately 107 personnel who perform a variety of functions necessary to service its residents and maintain its housing stock. MISSION STATEMENT A quality home is the foundation of society & community: quality home life provides hope and the pathway to our goals. Responsible and respectful people deserve the opportunity to contribute to attaining a comfortable quality home and neighborhood all can have pride in. RHA partners with the community and responsible and respectful families to transform houses into homes.