Donation to organization to help students successfully transition to high school

CHICAGO, Illinois, January 27, 2010 – Chicago Urban League received a $75,000 contribution to assist with their NULITES program. The grant – which was given to the non-profit organization through the Walmart Foundation’s State Giving Program – will help seventh and eighth graders strengthen their academic, financial, and social development.

“NULITES provides a valuable resource to students and their parents in the Englewood community. Students have the opportunity to work cooperatively to enhance their educational experience and gain leadership skills that they can carry with them throughout their academic careers. They also learn the importance of giving back to their community, which is something the Chicago Urban League encourages in all of our programs,” said Herman Brewer, Acting President and CEO of the Chicago Urban League.

John Bisio of Walmart presented the $75,000 donation at Mays Academy. The grant was presented to Herman Brewer, President/CEO of Chicago Urban League, and Mays Academy Principal Dr. Patricia McCann during a check presentation at the Chicago school.

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Chicago Tribune

The Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce supports Wal-Mart’s efforts to build a supercenter store at 83rd Street and Stewart Avenue as well as at other locations throughout the city. As corporations continue to downsize and outsource jobs overseas, Wal-Mart’s commitment to create jobs while providing city residents access to badly needed food and other products at low prices should be applauded and fully supported.

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by Arlene Jones

I, too, got the e-mail saying that Wal-Mart had caused the closure of businesses because of its presence in the Austin community. I, too, looked at the report that was prepared by individuals from both Loyola University and UIC to back up that assertion. After looking at all the facts, figures, dots and dashes, I concluded that I am neither a mathematician nor a statistician.

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Chicago Sun-Times – Mayor Richard M. Daley Saturday again stressed the importance of a Wal-Mart in the Chatham neighborhood, but would not say he would grant administrative approval for the retailer.

“…First, the most important finding advanced by the [previous] Loyola report is that there is essentially no change in community jobs as a result of Wal-Mart opening and operating a store on Chicago’s West Side. We believe that this is an inaccurate finding based on the evidence provided…”

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Hal Dardick, Chicago Tribune

Chicago should open its arms to Wal-Mart just as the suburbs do, Mayor Richard Daley said today.

“These questions are not debated in the suburban area,” he said. “They are never even talked about.”

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Alderman Howard Brookins (21st ward) hosted a rally with South Side Ministers to call for jobs in their community.   Over 200 people showed up to have their voices heard and encouraged other Alderman to vote to approve the Walmart on 83rd and Stewart.
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