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Overview: Family Matters Chicago is a non-profit organization. They have been working within the Roger Park neighborhood, making a difference in supporting youth academically and emotionally through the many programs they offer. They offer community activities to engage with the family in the neighborhood. Family Matters partner with other community organizations to further enhance. It is important to them to incorporate leadership practices through all forms of practice Programs: ?? Partners or Donors: Reference: put in sources This could be one of the main sections under 'Activities.' I haven't gathered any additional information from other websites; I've simply provided an introduction. Therefore, the total number of references for this Neighborhood Power Project is just one, which I have placed at the end. (I have received some feedback from Instructor, so I’ve made some adjustments for this specific section) Activities: 1 Neighborhood Power Project - "Family Matters" Initiative The "Family Matters" initiative, under the broader Neighborhood Power Project, showcases a dynamic collaboration among the Illinois Green Alliance, the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), and Elevate. This partnership is a beacon of commitment to building sustainable communities through concerted environmental actions and community engagement. Collaboration and Purpose: Launched by the Illinois Green Alliance, and bolstered by EDF and Elevate, "Family Matters" adopts a comprehensive approach to environmental sustainability. Combining the Illinois Green Alliance's green building practices with EDF's policy expertise and Elevate's inclusivity in energy efficiency, the initiative takes on a broad spectrum of sustainability issues. It strives to empower communities to adopt sustainable practices, leveraging the unique strengths of each partner to inspire global community engagement and environmental education. Impact Through Unity: "Impact Through Unity" is the mantra that captures the spirit of "Family Matters"—it represents both the collaboration's guiding principle and its collective achievements. This initiative has sparked significant change through: Community Engagement: Engaging local communities in participatory sustainability projects. Educational Outreach: Disseminating educational materials to foster sustainable living practices. Green Infrastructure: Implementing energy-efficient solutions to model sustainable community spaces. "Family Matters" thrives by translating partner expertise into actionable strategies with real community benefits, exemplifying the synergy that amplifies the impact of environmental sustainability efforts. This initiative is crafting a shared vision for a sustainable and resilient future. Reference: "Illinois Green Alliance. 'Neighborhood Power Project.' Illinois Green Alliance, https://illinoisgreenalliance.org/NeighborhoodPowerProject/. Accessed 13 Feb. 2024

Because of Family Matters's location, they have demonstrated that it is possible to embody eco-friendly implementations at home. It is important to show on the Wikipedia page that Family Matters values go beyond youth development, positively impacting the community around them. This could be under a "Sustainability" section, where we discuss steps Family Matters has taken to become more sustainable within its buildings and in the community, mentioning organizations that helped them get there.