🚩(Part 2 of 2) -- Highlighting the Greater Roseland Community Recently Opened Entrepreneur Small Businesses (Storefront/Brick & Motar)

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HIGHLIGHTING SLOW GROWTH CORRIDORS FOR GREATER ROSELAND COMMUNITY ENTREPRENEUR BUSINESSES 
(new or reopened under new management storefront/brick & mortar -- opening approx. 2017 - 2026.  The list is developed from personal knowledge and Internet/AI):

Roseland Anti-Cruelty Pet Resource Center is Now Open -- Grand Opening June 30, 2026!

1. Pet Resource Center 
(Anti-Cruelty Society)
519 East 103rd Street 
Chicago, IL 60628

Walk-In Hours:
Tuesdays 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. 
Thursdays 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.  

Celebrating Pets & the People Who Love Them, on the Far South Side of Chicago, in a first-of-its-kind facility!

Read more about the Pet Resource Center hours, services, and upcoming events, as well as ways to get involved here: 



2. The Freedom Defense Center of Roseland 
(Officially opened on May 13, 2025)
11437 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60628

The center (run by the Law Office of the Cook County Public Defender) is a community-based law office that provides legal defense, social work assistance, expungement help, and mental health resources directly on the Far South Side.

Because operations are by appointment only, you can reach them by calling (312) 738-7374 or emailing FD...@cookcountyil.gov to schedule a visit.


3. Max Candle Co.
(opened their storefront in September 2025)
11336 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60628

Max Candle Co. To Celebrate Grand Opening Of Roseland Market, Makerspace Saturday



4. Divine Professional Suites: 
(Commercial Rental Property)
11416 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60628
(872) 256-2036 (call/text)

You can reach SCC Development Corp. (operated by Miss Washington) directly using the following contact channels:
✓Phone: (708) 638-1377
✓Social Media: @sccdevelopmentcorp on Instagram

(Official grand opening date for Divine Professional Suites was October 25, 2025 -- Upscale, newly renovated commercial property) 

Tailored for beauty, wellness, and small business entrepreneurs, the facility offers modern, competitive workspace solutions.

The property is owned and operated by SCC Development Corporation, which manages the facility alongside a tight-knit family of local storefront businesses.

Developed by SCC Development Corp, this fully updated facility features private flex office and beauty salon suites designed for independent business owners like: hair stylists, barbers, nail technicians, aestheticians, and tax professionals, and other independent business owners & 
entrepreneurs.

This center provides equipped private suites with amenities (towels, plumbing, 24/7 access).



5. Bursting Into Books
(Opened July 9, 2024)
119 East 107th Street
Chicago, IL 60628

Literacy and resources for children from 6 months to 18 years old! We celebrate diversity through books, authors, and storytellers from all walks of life.

Burst Into Books (a Chicago-based literacy nonprofit). Founded by Jurema Gorham, the organization itself was established earlier to serve youth across the South Side through culturally relevant programs, book giveaways, and their annual Words of Wonder Literary Festival.

WORKSHOPS
Parent and Student Workshops
Writing Workshops

TRAINING, COACHING, CONSULTING
Research and Data Analysis
Instructional Coaching
Instructional Leadership Coaching
Strategic Planning
Professional Development
 
LITERACY-BASED SERVICES and RESOURCES
Book Fair
Themed Literacy Nights and Events
Curated Book Lists
In-school Teaching Residency
Author Visits
Field Trips



6. The Aloe Shoppe  
(Recently celebrating a grand re-opening on June 17, 2026 due to street construction)
117 East 95th Street
Chicago, IL
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The original brand, "The Aloe Shops," was founded in 1990. After learning about the healing properties of aloe vera juice, the company's founders, Loretta (mother) and Deirdre (sister), launched the business.
Marc Pullins, with Lorice Pullins (the registered primary owner of the storefront).
✨Also, Marc Pullins, is the Executive Director of Roseland Matters and Jordyne Cares


7. S2 Grills 
(originally known as S2 Express Grill) 
129 East 103rd Street
Chicago, IL 60628

Roseland Opening: The 103rd Street location soft-opened on July 18, 2020, followed by its official grand opening the next week.


8. The African American Contractors Association (AACA) 
Omar Shareef, President 
514 East 95th Street
Chicago, IL 60628 
(AACA fully shifted its headquarters operational footprint headquarters in 2019)


9. Carla Crawl,
Founder & CEO
Bommys Bureau Small Business Solutions
(Opened November 21, 2023)
51 West 95th Street
Chicago, IL


10. The Pullman Club Coffee Shop 
(Officially opened on April 22, 2023 in the Historic Pullman neighborhood)
605 East 111th Street
Chicago, IL 60628 


11. ReveNewCycle Management and Consulting LLC
Medical billing service in Chicago, Illinois
517 West 111th Street
Chicago, IL 60628

Cecelia Harrison is the Founder and Executive Director of "Project34"
A community-driven initiative focused on advancing equitable access, economic opportunity, and health equity in underserved African American communities. Based in Chicago, the organization primarily anchors its revitalization and community engagement efforts within the Roseland neighborhood.



12. The AAA Pullman Fleet Hub (Officially opened on August 26, 2024 (Roadside Assistance Truck Fleet)
624 East 111th Street
Chicago, IL 60628

✓Impact: Brought 60 full-time jobs to the local South Side community.
✓Fleet Expansion: Added 30 new service trucks to work alongside the existing River West garage.



13. 111th Street Gateway Retail Center
One Eleven Food Hall in Pullman hopes to bring economic development to the South Side near the Pullman National Monument | Eater Chicago
(Construction to begin Oct. 1, 2018, targeted to open January 2019)

The One Eleven Food Hall, originally opened in 2019 as a multi-vendor culinary incubator within the 111th Street Gateway Retail Center, transitioned in 2022 to a single, full-service restaurant. The location is now fully occupied by Lexington Betty Smokehouse (opened in 2020), a highly acclaimed barbecue establishment run by Chef Dominique Leach - 756 E. 111th St., Chicago, IL 60628.


14. Ware Ranch Steak House
11147 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60628

(Originally founded simply as "The Ranch Steak House"—first opened its doors in 1969)
The restaurant was purchased by the Ware family in September 2018, at which point it was remodeled and rebranded under its current name.



15.  The Good News Coffee House 
(Officially completed construction and opened its doors in 2021):
212 West 113th Street
Chicago, IL 60628

The Roseland Community "Good News" Day Care Center officially started in 1992:
210 West 113th Street
Chicago, IL
The operation grew rapidly from a single child to five children within days, eventually prompting the daycare to incorporate as a non-profit organization in 1994 as it expanded into its permanent facility.

A Gospel on Chicago’s South Side (Featuring Pearlene "Ms. Pearl" Willis)



16. Self-Help Federal Credit Union
(Roseland Branch - Officially opened under Self-Help management on May 1, 2017).
11116 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60628
General Contact Center: 877-369-2828 (Available 24/7, except Thanksgiving and Christmas)

Branch Background
Legacy Roots: This location originally operated as part of Seaway Bank and Trust Company, a historic, Black-owned institution founded in 1965.

Transition: Following the closure of Seaway Bank by regulators in early 2017, Self-Help Federal Credit Union acquired the branch and its deposits to ensure continuous financial services for the South Side community.

Parent Institution: While this specific branch joined the network in 2017, the parent institution—Self-Help Federal Credit Union—was established earlier in 2008.



17. Conviant Store 
(Boutique Grocery Store - opened est. 2023/2024)
11328 South Michigan Avenue
 Chicago, IL 60628



18.   Rose Ridge Foods
 10500 South Michigan Avenue
 Chicago, IL 60628
(Originally opened prior to 2011)
The store underwent a major transition, and reopened under new management around April 1, 2023.

         
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19. Future Opening - THE COP HOUSE 
The Roseland Community-Oriented Policing (COP) House
Spearheaded by 9th Ward Alderman Anthony Beale, officially opened its doors. Located at 12020 South Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL 60628, this neighborhood hub operates as a satellite space for residents, youth, and police officers to collaborate and strengthen community ties.

Event & Opening Details
The opening of this location follows a series of community-building events and milestones in the area, including a June 1, 2026, community mural unveiling near the site at 12020 S. Indiana Ave. 

The COP House concept—adapted from successful models in cities like Racine, WI—focuses on reducing crime by giving police a consistent presence off the patrol car and directly in neighborhoods.

How to Get Involved
While the COP House primarily provides a space for community and police collaboration, it also frequently hosts local activities, neighborhood discussions, and youth outreach programs. You can contact the 9th Ward Alderman's Office at (773) 785-1100 or visit the 9th Ward Alderman Anthony A. Beale Facebook page to view the latest programming schedule and operating hours.


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21st Ward - 103rd Corridor 
20. R City Kitchen
Rodney Trussell, Founder/Owner
841 West 103rd Street
Chicago, IL 60643

The shared commercial kitchen incubator, officially opened in March 2023.

R City Kitchen: Launched by a Roseland native, this commercial shared kitchen on the South Side helps food entrepreneurs, caterers, and bakers start and scale their operations locally.


21. Culture Canvas Cafe and Art Gallery
1242 West 103rd Street
Chicago, IL 60643
Culture Canvas Cafe and Art Gallery, located in Chicago, officially opened its doors on March 1, 2026. Founded by Rev. Dr. Standberry, the community hub is situated in the 103rd Street corridor and operates as a combined cafe, art gallery, and social service center.


22. Undercover Books
1232 West 103rd Street 
Suite 1 West
Chicago, IL 60643
(Owned by Todd Zaruba and Lynn Bagley, and it officially opened in October 2023)
What To Know
Community Events: Enjoy a vibrant hub featuring book clubs, poetry groups, storytimes, and live performances. 

Unique Atmosphere: Browse in a cozy, home-like setting with a fireplace, nooks, and a real private investigator's office in the center. 

Book Selection: Explore curated rare and used books, including fiction, spirituality, and a Stephen King collection. 

The store operates as a rare and used bookstore, doubling as a community cultural hub. A unique characteristic of the shop is that it features an actual, operating private investigator practice run by Bagley right in the middle of the floor space.


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✨130th STREET CORRIDOR✨
     (Riverdale 60827)


23. ROSERANCH FARMS
(Grocery Store Opened in Nov. 2024) 
(formerly the Rosebud Farmstand closed 2018) 
525 East 130th Street
Chicago, IL 60628

It is co-owned by businessmen Ismael Bue and Lucio Govea, who took over the location to re-establish a much-needed full-service grocery in the community. The Roseranch Farms store features the following: 

Departments: A full butcher counter with meats, poultry, and seafood, plus produce and dry grocery staples.
                            

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103rd Street Corridor Development Advocate for:

📌2026 103rd Street Corridor Revitalization Advocacy Campaign Project
LoLita Canady
Rosemoor Community Association
Executive Director


130th Street Corridor Development Advocate for:

📌130th Street Corridor Development Advocacy:
(Recommendation:  A Community Social Center providing: Wrap-around social services and resources, museum, art gallery, and a business center with conference/meeting rooms, etc.)

Delores Lucas
Golden Gate Homeowners Association, President
We Keep You Rollin', Founder 
Deloris Lucas
773-468-7941 Voicemail

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Feel free to use this list to support these businesses and/or to network.

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


   
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