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  • Location
  • The city of Harvey is located about 20 miles south of Chicago in Cook County.
  • Demographics
  • As of the 2020 census, Harvey had a population of 20,324. The racial makeup of the city is 63% Black and nearly 30% Hispanic/Latinx. 31% of the population lives below the poverty line.
  • Looking Back
  • Founded in 1891 by Turlington W. Harvey, the city of Harvey was originally intended as a temperance settlement. It quickly grew in the late 1800s and had its greatest population boom in the post-war years, when it was home to the Buda Engine Co. Following the closure of the Dixie Square Mall and the restructuring of steel and other industries, Harvey has experienced population decline since the 1980s. Disinvestment has challenged the city, but residents remain hopeful that cross-sector collaboration and investment will allow them to rebuild affordable housing and improve the town’s once vibrant infrastructure.
  • History of the Neighborhood Network
  • The Harvey Neighborhood Network was launched in June 2023 in partnership with Cook County through the Transforming Places Program, with support from Nicor Gas Foundation. Restoration Ministries serves as the network's “community quarterback.” A robust coalition of nonprofit, municipal, and business organizations now serve on the Network's Steering Committee.

Harvey Community Vision

Making lasting change by transforming Harvey from the inside out

Neighborhood Network in Action

A robust coalition of nonprofit, municipal, and business organizations now serve on the Harvey Neighborhood Network’s Steering Committee. They work together with residents and stakeholders to build safer, healthier futures: integrating violence prevention, holistic wellness, and economic mobility and workforce development. This is community-driven work—for the community, by the community. A new Resident Advisory Board is helping to drive the changes.

Coalition Highlights

The Harvey Neighborhood Network is rapidly building on existing programs and services throughout the city. Individuals and groups who benefit range from youth graduating high school, to adults seeking fitness and fun, to police officers providing a safe and fun event for children and families. The Harvey Neighborhood Network is strengthening the community. Lasting change begins with listening, planning, and collaboration.

Hear From Your Neighbors and Supporters

Todd Schultz

CEO, Restoration Ministries

“Restoration Ministries is ready to hit the ground running in Harvey. The Harvey Neighborhood Network will help us provide life-changing opportunities for even more youth, adults, and families”
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