The Latino Policy Forum hosts an annual fundraising event called CARNAVAL to support their work facilitating Latino involvement in public decision-making in Chicago. CARNAVAL celebrates the Forum's successes from 2010, which include securing $45 million for early childcare, engaging hundreds on immigration reform, and increasing Latino representation in media and government. The Forum conducts research and advocacy to improve education, housing, immigration policies, and community engagement to advance Latino communities and Illinois' shared future.