The SECC facilitates and supports economic development within the Southeast lakefront communities of Hyde Park, Kenwood, Oakland, Washington Park, and Woodlawn.

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We are laser focused on job creation, community investment and economic vitality. The SECC pursues its mission through a number of programs and initiatives designed to make our communities more …

Founded in 1952, the South East Chicago Commission (SECC) is a community-based not-for-profit organization focused on enhancing economic development in five neighborhoods on the south side …

SECC facilitates and supports economic development within Chicago’s Southeast lakefront communities including Kenwood, Hyde Park, Oakland, Washington Park and Woodlawn.

Jun 4, 2025 · The South East Chicago Commission (SECC) is honored to announce The Shirley J. Newsome Beautification Grant Awards for 2025.

Today, the SECC serves the community as a fully autonomous, self-governing organization with the trusted leadership from the new Executive Director, Diane Burnham.

If you have any questions, please contact the Market Manager, Rod Sawyer, at [email protected] The market is fully supported by the SECC Staff and a dedicated farmers market manager for set up, …

She successfully transitioned the SECC in financially divesting from the University of Chicago, rebranding the organization, and leading the organization into a new path and future.

Dec 1, 2025 · Your gift empowers SECC to deliver programs that strengthen neighborhoods from within cultivating pride, expanding opportunity, and improving quality of life across Chicago’s South Side.