Esteban Rodriguez has proudly called Cicero home for over 32 years. Born and raised in the Grant Works neighborhood (15th and 49th) and now residing in Drexel’s neighborhood (38th and 58th), he has lived in five of Cicero's eight neighborhoods, cultivating a deep understanding and love for his community.

 

Esteban is a dedicated not-for-profit professional whose work spans multiple fields over 19 years, including Health, Violence Prevention, Criminal Justice Reform, Housing, Older Adults, Community Organizing, Education, and Digital Literacy. However, his greatest passion lies in Youth Development, where his unique perspective as a Cicero native informs his approach. Currently, he serves as the Executive Director of Corazón Community Services, a Cicero-based nonprofit committed to empowering and uplifting youth. From his beginnings as a youth participant to becoming the Executive Director of Corazón Community Services, Esteban has dedicated his life to addressing community issues with a vision grounded in experience and passion. His journey has provided him with firsthand insights into the community’s challenges and the most effective strategies for change. 

 

Esteban's ties to Cicero are strong, having attended local public schools from kindergarten through Morton College before transferring to the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), where he earned a Bachelor’s in Psychology. Driven by a desire to make a greater impact, he pursued a Master’s in Public Administration at Baruch College in New York City through the prestigious National Urban Fellowship, where he received a full-ride scholarship.

 

Above all, Esteban is a devoted family man. He is committed to working tirelessly to ensure a brighter future for his growing family. His love for Cicero drives his dedication to creating a community where every child has the opportunity to thrive.