Chicago's Moonshot: Closing the Racial and Ethnic Wealth Gap

The work of the Trust, our community partners and our generous donors is more relevant—and more critical—than ever.

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Shine Light On Society’s Inequitable Institutional Practices, Public Policies

Trust President and CEO Helene Gayle on addressing the systems and policies that perpetuate inequity.

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November 3, 2019May 29, 2020

Taking on the Racial Wealth Gap? Isn’t That Risky?

Joanna Trotter

About the Trust Growing Household Wealth Racial Wealth Gap Strategic Plan

The growing wealth gap in our region

Questions and answers about the racial wealth gap

Our commitment is service. Our ambition is a more vibrant region.

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Inspired by Possibilities

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Changemakers Network building trust, muscle—and power

Building Collective Power Community Leadership Community Vitality Civic Engagement Community Organizing Racial and Ethnic Wealth Gap

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November 3, 2019May 29, 2020

Collaborating on Community-Driven Investment

Michael Davidson

About the Trust Catalyzing Neighborhood Investment Community Vitality Economic Development Regional Economy Sustainable Communities Racial Wealth Gap Strategic Plan

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Eyes Toward the Future

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Chicago Community COVID-19 Response Fund

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November 3, 2019May 29, 2020