The annual Community First Awards recognize FHLBank Chicago member institutions and local partners for their work in building and strengthening communities. Nominations are accepted from FHLBank Chicago shareholders and housing associates in four categories – Partnership, Project or Program, Pioneer, and Emerging Leader – and recipients identify a nonprofit organization to receive up to $10,000 on their behalf. Awards will be presented at the FHLBank Chicago’s regional member meetings.

Please submit nominations to ci@fhlbc.com by Friday, January 17, at 5:00 p.m. CT.