[2] It was best known for producing reports and analysis on the conditions faced by the Latino population, and studies of their economic and political potential.
[3] The focus was to help Latino people in Chicago access public and private services, especially through information, community organizing, and civic involvement.
The Institute carried out its mission through three divisions: Advocacy and Communications, Research and Documentation, and Training and Management Assistance.
[4] The Institute accepted charitable and corporate contributions and provided training and technical assistance to over 100 community organizations supporting Latinxs in Chicago.
[7] In August, 1998, after 24 years of operation, the board of directors of the Latino Institute laid off its entire staff due to a budget deficit of over $350,000.