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Sharing What We've Learned

Current, in-depth knowledge about our community is essential to our grant making and our donor services. On these pages you can explore research commissioned by the Trust to shape our strategies for change. You will also find reports on projects funded by the Trust that are of lasting interest to the community. In addition, we bring you the best and brightest ideas about community issues and effective philanthropy.

Research & Reports

Program Year-End Report: Fiscal Year 2011 | 12/01/2011

An inside look at program-directed grant making for fiscal year 2011. Find a summary of grants in the Trust's five program priorities, plus strategic projects that cross program boundaries.

Dance Education in Chicago Public Schools | 11/03/2011

Research study conducted by Hubbard Street Dance Chicago and funded by the Trust examines the role of nonprofit dance arts organizations serving schools

Music Education In Chicago Public Schools | 11/03/2011

Research study conducted by the Ravinia Festival and funded by the Trust examines the role of nonprofit music arts organizations serving schools

Ideas

Education in a Global Context: Accelerating the Development of High Performing Schools | 09/21/2011

Presentation by Terry Mazany as keynote speaker at a forum on "Race and Education: A Look at Chicago's Public Schools," presented by Community Renewal Society