Illinois Medical District

A Chicago Building Gives Blind Tenants Newfound Independence

Congratulations to the Chicago Lighthouse for Foglia Residences in the IMD being featured in the @nytimes.com! 🧡 Read more about this pioneering building — one of the first of its kind in the country that will act as a model for the future. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/27/r...

📢 Request for Proposals: The IMD Commission is requesting proposals for General Contracting Services for Lab Renovations. 🔬 Learn more including how to apply at ➡️ imdchi.co/rfp

📰 Read the February 2026 issue of The Catalyst newsletter for all the latest from the IMD including scholarships, our summer paid internship, IMD Day at the Chicago Bulls, and more ➡️ imdchi.co/catalyst2602

Today, we were excited to join Girls in the Game for a "Day of Play" at the Chicago Park District. 🏈 Girls in the Game empowers girls through sports, leadership development, and health education in Chicago neighborhoods. 💜 To learn more about GITG, visit them online at ➡️ girlsinthegame.org

We're hiring! 💼 The IMD Commission is looking for a highly motivated undergraduate student to join our team for a paid internship this summer. Apply by Tuesday, April 7. ⏰ Scan the QR code to learn more, including how to apply, or visit ➡️ imdchi.co/intern

Applications now open! 🎓 The IMD Commission is offering merit-based scholarships up to $1,000 to local students. Apply by Friday, March 13 at 5 p.m. ⏰ Scan the QR code to learn more, including how to apply, or visit ➡️ imdchi.co/scholar

On April 1, two Chicago legends come together for IMD Day at the United Center for the Bulls vs Pacers game at 7 p.m. 🏀🔥 Proceeds benefit the IMD Foundation and IMD community — don't meet us there, beat us there! Get your tickets at 🎫 imdchi.co/bulls26

Today, hundreds of local high school students visited Malcolm X College for the 2026 IMD Youth Opportunities Fair! 🧳 Students met with organizations to learn about summer programs and workforce opportunities. Thank you to all the students and caregivers who stopped by — see you next year! ❤️

📢 Request for Proposals: The IMD Commission is requesting proposals for Sign Fabrication and Installation Services. 🛠️ Learn more including how to apply at ➡️ imdchi.co/rfp

You're Invited! 🎒 Join us at the 2026 IMD Youth Opportunities Fair at Malcolm X College on Tuesday, February 3 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. where high school youth can connect with organizations to learn about summer programs and resources. 🏥 To learn more, scan the QR code or visit 🚀 imdchi.co/youth26

As we look back on 2025, we are grateful for the IMD community and our partners for the history we made together — and we are excited to build even more in 2026! 🎉🌳

On December 9, we hosted “She Must Live: A Disruptive Change Response Summit” to explore ways to advance equitable cancer outcomes. 💜 To learn more about the Healthy Illinois 2028 initiative and the work being done across IL to address public health, click here ➡️ dph.illinois.gov/topics-servi...

📰 Read the 2025 Special Edition ⭐️ of The Catalyst newsletter for all the latest from the IMD ➡️ imdchi.co/catalyst2512

Illinois Medical District getting its first park in 80 years Officials and architects said the park would act as a place of activity and rest. It will also be the site of the memorial dedicated to COVID-19 victims and workers.

Today's architecture column. The giant Illinois Medical District to get its first new park in 80 years, designed by the landscape architecture firm, site design.

Illinois Medical District getting its first park in 80 years

Officials and architects said the park would act as a place of activity and rest. It will also be the site of the memorial dedicated to COVID-19 victims and workers.

Park in the Illinois Medical District with green trees, walking and running paths, people, blue skies, buildings in background

🌳 A new park in the IMD
🗓️ Coming 2026
➡️ imdchi.co/newpark

On November 18, history was made when we were joined by elected officials from the State of Illinois, City of Chicago, and many more for the groundbreaking of a new park in the IMD — the first in 80 years. 🌳 Learn more here ➡️ imdchi.co/newpark

Mind your beeswax! 🕯️ Today, the IMD Commission hosted a beeswax workshop to learn about beeswax and make candles. Last year, in partnership with @uihealth.bsky.social, we launched an urban beekeeping initiative at one of our buildings. 🐝 To learn more, visit our MyHive page at ➡️ imdchi.co/buzz24

Promotional poster for CDPH Flu & COVID Vaccination Events at Olive-Harvey College, featuring an image of a person receiving a vaccine injection from a healthcare professional.

Come out to Olive-Harvey College this coming Saturday (11/15) from 9 am-1 pm for our Flu & Covid Vaccination Event! Free flu and COVID-19 vaccines are available.

📅 Sat., 11/15
⌚ 9 am-1 pm
📍 Olive-Harvey College (10001 S. Woodlawn Ave.)

Walk-ins welcome or register at https://chi.gov/4qUVyDl

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📢 Request for Proposals: The IMD Commission is requesting proposals for Architecture and Design Services. 📐 Learn more including how to apply at ➡️ imdchi.co/rfp

Today, IMD Commission staff took an excursion to the Rush Archives to view their amazing collection of historical artifacts that preserve so much of Rush, Chicago, and IMD History. 🖼️ To learn more about the Rush Archives, click here ➡️ library.rush.edu/archives

Yesterday, we were honored to attend City Club of Chicago’s West Side United lunch where founding leaders came together to discuss their $350 million commitment to closing Chicago’s 20-year life expectancy gap. ❤️ You can watch the discussion here ➡️ youtu.be/HgejA4aR_5M

📢 Request for Proposals: The IMD Commission is requesting proposals for General Contracting Services. 🛠️ Learn more including how to apply at ➡️ imdchi.co/rfp

Yesterday, rain couldn’t dampen the spirits of everyone who took part in the 2025 Chicago Lighthouse Rise to Shine 10K/5K/1M Run and Walk in the IMD! 🎉 🏃 Hundreds of runners and walkers showed unstoppable energy and determination — thank you to all who participated, we’ll see you again next year! 🧡

Chicago opens first family justice center to support domestic violence survivors October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Tuesday, Chicago opened its first family justice center.

Chicago has opened its first family justice center in the Illinois Medical District to help domestic violence survivors access legal, medical, and advocacy services all in one place. 💜 Read more ⬇️ www.fox32chicago.com/news/chicago...

A Tremont man is receiving care and bravely recovering from the rare Powassan virus — with Guest House in the IMD providing vital housing, support, and comfort to him and his family in their time of need. ❤️ Read more ➡️ www.centralillinoisproud.com/news/local-n...

📰 Read the October 2025 issue of The Catalyst newsletter for all the latest from the IMD ➡️ imdchi.co/catalyst2510

The IMD Commission was honored as one of the Chicago's Best Workplaces 2025 by the @chicago.suntimes.com! ❤️ Working for the IMD is inspiring, and being able to make a difference uplifts us everyday. Read the full list of winners here ➡️ marketing.suntimes.com/top-25-chica...

Beehive!

Meet the bees! 🐝 Today, Alvéole held a workshop in the IMD where participants opened and inspected a live hive. 🍯 Last year, in partnership with @uihealth.bsky.social, we installed a hive at one of our buildings to bring urban beekeeping to the IMD. Follow the hive at ➡️ imdchi.co/buzz24