Woodlawn East Community and Neighbors, Inc. (WECAN) is a nonprofit organization that has been serving the Woodlawn community in Chicago since 1980. With a focus on affordable housing, WECAN has been dedicated to meeting the changing needs of Woodlawn residents through programs and services such as affordable rental housing, energy assistance programs, advocacy, and youth programs.
As one of Woodlawn's oldest continually operating community-based organizations, WECAN has played a leading role in advocating for the neighborhood and its residents during a time of significant change, including the redevelopment of housing units, the opening of new businesses, and the construction of housing developments. Through their Housing Resource Center, WECAN provides information about housing options in Woodlawn, while their energy assistance programs offer support to low-income residents at risk of disconnection. With a commitment to affordability and community-informed redevelopment strategies, WECAN remains a vital resource for the Woodlawn community.
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