1. Illinois Commission on the Elimination of Poverty
The Illinois Commission on the Elimination of Poverty, based in Springfield, develops state policy to cut extreme poverty by half — a population that disproportionately includes women-headed households and Black/Latina mothers. The commission publishes annual reports tracking Illinois benchmarks and recommends legislative reforms. Call (217) 782-1200 weekdays 8:30am-5pm for hearing schedules and public-comment opportunities.
(217) 782-1200 · Springfield, IL