Rural Issues Calendar

March 24th (Webinar) – The Evolution of Succession Planning: Strengths, Shortfalls, and Innovative Pathways Forward 

March 24th (Webinar) – Resilient Communities: Reviving Illinois’ Wetlands

April 1st (applications due) – Landmarks Illinois’ Preservation Heritage Fund Applications

April 7th (Webinar) – Succession Through Shared Ownership: Exploring ESOPs and Employee‑Led Transitions

April 21st (Webinar) – Business Succession for a Strong Rural Community: Worker Co‑ops as a Transition Strategy

May 5th (Webinar) – Sustaining Local Commerce: The Role of Community-Supported Enterprises in Business Retention