LISC Chicago has announced the opening of applications for the Chicago Neighborhood Development Awards (CNDA). Now entering its 21st year, the CNDAs recognize innovation and best practices in neighborhood development. The premier award program has grown in popularity, attendance and recognition, and is among the most publicly-recognized programs to celebrate outstanding projects and achievements in the city’s neighborhoods.

“The Chicago Neighborhood Development Awards celebrate Chicago’s neighborhoods, the best community development projects, and the community and for-profit organizations behind them,” said LISC Chicago executive director Susana Vasquez. “I am excited to see this year’s applicants which demonstrate a contribution to the visual, social, and cultural life in the communities they serve.”

Applications are due by 5 p.m. CST on September 11, 2014. Applications are only accepted and must be submitted online. Award-winners will be notified in November and recognized at the CNDA’s ceremony on February 17, 2015 at the Hilton Chicago. To apply and for more information on project eligibility and rules please visit www.lisc-cnda.org.