RFP is Open!! -- I-NOMA 2026 Community Partner Design Build RFP is open!

[D. L. Truss]

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From: I-NOMA Design Build <desig...@i-noma.org>
Date: Mon, Jun 15, 2026 at 8:08 PM
Applications Now Open: 2026 I-NOMA Design Build Community Partner RFP

Since 2017, the Illinois Chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architects (I-NOMA) Design Build program has engaged minority high school students in renovating and transforming community spaces. Participating students gain hands-on experience in architecture, design, construction, and teamwork.

I-NOMA partners with a community-based nonprofit that needs design services and has the capacity to provide the resources necessary for a successful partnership. We are excited to continue this tradition of excellence with our 2026 nonprofit partner!

Design Build Purpose & Mission:

• Introduce high school minority youth to the design and construction process
• Improve the space of a community-based non-profit organization
• Leverage I-NOMA's resources to maximize impact in our communities
• Connect youth with design and construction professionals
• Help build youth/character life lessons

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Local nonprofit organizations are invited to apply to become the 2026 Design Build partner and collaborate with high school students, mentors, and volunteers to create impactful community-centered spaces.

Interested organizations are encouraged to attend our virtual Information Session on June 18, 2026, from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM to learn more about the program, application process, and partnership expectations. 

Visit i-noma.org to register and learn more about this opportunity.

Applications should be submitted by 11:59 PM on July 3, 2026. Please reach out if you need an extension. 

Please contact us at Desig...@i-noma.org with any questions and share with your networks!

PROJECT PIPELINE SUMMER CAMP

On a separate but related note, registration for the Project Pipeline summer camp is also live!

I-NOMA’s summer camp provides 6th–8th grade students of color with the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of architecture, urban planning, and design.Our mission is to empower young people to affect change in their community through design. 

Students work closely with local professionals to create designs they would like to see in their communities. For many students, Project Pipeline is their first introduction to the design world.

Learn more and register today at I-NOMA Project Pipeline Summer Camp

✓Location: Crown Hall IIT (Illinois Institute of Technology) 

3360 S State St, Chicago, IL 60616

✓Orientation: July 29th, 2026

✓Camp Dates: July 30th - August 2nd, 2026

For questions and sponsorship opportunities, email project...@i-noma.org.

Thanks,

Jasmine Gunn and Esther Mumbi, Design-Build Co-Chairs

National Organization of Minority Architects - Illinois Chapter

P.O. Box 87390, Chicago, IL 60680

Design Build | Join I-NOMA

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Please forward to organizations that might be interested.

D. L. Truss
773-326-5582
Red Line Extension Coalition
President
Chair - Community Relations/Public Affairs Division