The Trust has a long tradition of fostering community leadership and engagement through ongoing investments in the core activities of Chicago’s civic well being: community organizing, economic development, civic participation and civil rights.
The Trust’s Community Development program is currently focusing on the following priorities:
Civic Engagement (July LOI)
Justice System Reform (July LOI)
Workforce Development (November LOI)
Strengthening the Not-for-Profit Sector (November LOI)
Affordable Housing (March LOI)
Infrastructure and Public System Improvements (March LOI)
Ready to apply? Read the Program Priorities (available for download below) and verify that your organization serves these needs. Then,
...first time applicants: click here to determine if you qualify for funding from The Chicago Community Trust and start the application process.
...returning grant seekers: log in to update your profile and submit your LOI.
