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    An immigrant service center that opened in January is already making an impact in Chicago

    CHICAGO -- In 2021, the concept of a community hub where immigrants could enrich their lives through education and resources was a dream waiting to be realized. But by January, the headquarters of PODER Learning Center had become a reality. And just a few months in, staff members are seeing a dramatic impact in Chicago's Gage Park community, with an increase in students and clients using the ...
    by Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune May 16, 2023 5 minutes
    The exterior of PODER Learning Center, 3357 W. 55th St. in Chicago, is seen on April 19, 2023.

    CHICAGO -- In 2021, the concept of a community hub where immigrants could enrich their lives through education and resources was a dream waiting to be realized.

    But by January, the headquarters of PODER Learning Center had become a reality. And just a few months in, staff members are seeing a dramatic impact in Chicago's Gage Park community, with an increase in students and clients using the building’s services.

    “Poder” has many meanings in Spanish: As a verb, it means “be able to,” and as a noun, it can mean power and authority. Daniel Loftus, CEO and president of the center, said the new $6.1 million building at 3357 W. 55th St. is everything the organization hoped it would be.

    “So much of this was driven by the community and for the community. As a

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