The Latest Breaking News from Cook County Promise

How guaranteed-income programs helped these Chicago-area residents

Four people who have received $500 monthly over the last year — no strings attached — talk about how they used the additional cash.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 16, 2023

Guaranteed income payments a financial lifeline for Chicagoans: ‘I didn’t have anything’

Participants in the Chicago Resilient Communities Pilot say they have been using the $500 monthly benefit to pay for rent, groceries and everyday essentials.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 23, 2022

Cook County’s basic income pilot: 155,000+ applicants, just 3,250 spots

The Cook County Promise Pilot Program is the latest pilot in the Chicago area that will give selected residents $500 a month for two years with no strings attached. The deadline to apply is Friday.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 17, 2022