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\nComprised of 210 affordable rental units, the property serves low-to-moderate-income families in Chicago\u2019s historic Pullman neighborhood.<\/p>\n
DENVER, Colo., and SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Aug. 3, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The National Real Estate Practice of EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants has contributed $32,000 to Mercy Housing Lakefront to upgrade the computer lab at the Pullman Wheelworks Apartments, offering residents state-of-the art online tools to advance their educational and career goals.<\/p>\n
\nComprised of 210 affordable rental units, the property serves low-to-moderate-income families in Chicago\u2019s historic Pullman neighborhood.<\/p>\n
One of the largest non-profit affordable housing organizations in the country, Mercy Housing provides services that empower residents to achieve their full potential. The updated computer lab will enable children at Pullman Wheelworks to have greater access to tools to improve their academic performance. Adult residents will benefit from access to continuing education resources, as well as resources to enhance their financial literacy.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are grateful to EPIC for their generous support at Pullman Wheelworks,\u201d said Mercy Housing Lakefront President Mark Angelini. \u201cIn our digital world, having the right tools to connect with the online world is a vital imperative for success, and EPIC understood that and was eager to help. With their support, our residents are well-positioned to achieve their goals.\u201d<\/p>\n
Since 2015, EPIC has raised more than $100,000 for Mercy Housing initiatives, consistent with the organization\u2019s commitment to increasing the national supply of high-quality affordable homes. In past years, EPIC\u2019s support has enabled the expansion of summer and after-school youth programming and security system upgrades at Mercy Housing properties in Colorado and California.<\/p>\n
\u201cDuring our three-year relationship with Mercy Housing, we have visited a number of their properties and seen the dramatic impact that a safe, happy, clean and caring environment can have on individuals and families,\u201d said Jonathan Griffiths, managing principal of EPIC\u2019s National Real Estate Practice. \u201cAs our country tries to address an acute shortage of affordable housing, Mercy Housing\u2019s operations should be applauded and we are very proud of our association with them.\u201d<\/p>\n
About EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants:<\/strong> EPIC now has more than 1,000 team members operating from offices across the U.S., providing Property Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs, and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.<\/p>\n With run rate revenues approaching $300 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the United States and is the 10th largest privately held broker in the nation. Soon to be backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners<\/a>, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.<\/p>\n
\nEPIC is a unique and innovative retail property & casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty, and sustains a high level of customer service excellence. EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a \u201cBest Place to Work\u201d in multiple regions and as a \u201cBest Place to Work in the Insurance Industry\u201d nationally.<\/p>\n