10/10/2026
A lifelong Chicagoan and Little Village native, Luis Gutiérrez founded Latinos Progresando in 1998 with a commitment to strengthening the communities that shaped him. What began as a grassroots effort has grown into a trusted community institution serving immigrant and Latino families through immigration legal services, education, cultural programming, advocacy and community development. Gutiérrez’s leadership is deeply rooted in collaboration and community-driven solutions. He also founded the Marshall Square Resource Network, which has grown to more than 45 organizational partners working together to address critical issues affecting Chicago’s Southwest Side. His work reflects a simple but powerful approach to service: build from within the community, connect people to the resources they need and create opportunities for families and neighborhoods to thrive.