Paving the Path to Homeownership for Housing Choice Voucher Holders
Since the mid-20th century, homeownership has been one of the most important vehicles for building wealth in the United States. According to research from the…
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For more than 100 years, The Chicago Community Trust has convened, supported, funded, and accelerated the work of community members and changemakers committed to strengthening the Chicago region. From building up our civic infrastructure to spearheading our response to the Great Recession, the Trust has brought our community together to face pressing challenges and seize our greatest opportunities. Today, that means confronting the racial and ethnic wealth gap.
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This Is Life
Raising Funds to provide outreach and resources for underprivileged
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Historical Preservation Society of the Illinois Chapter of the Black Panther Party
Phase II of the Black Panther Party Heritage Trail includes the launch with dedication ceremonies at six significant sites in Chicago with the unveiling of historical markers; we raised $20,526 in public donations for six markers.
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Housing Opportunities for Women
Now in our 5th year, the HOW 5K Plus is our primary fundraiser, where friends old and new come together to get active and support HOW!
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Hey Benji Foundation
1st Annual Spring Benefit Fundraiser
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REBORN MINISTRIES
The Gala for Garfield is a once a year fundraising event designed to raise both an awareness of needs and financial support for staff and community programs offered on the westside of Chicago.
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Englewood Arts Collective
Two descriptions=1: Activating a renowned art event w an installation of culturally specific pieces & intentional programming that shifts perceptions & elevates. 2:In partnership w residents of unBlocked Englewood, EAC will manifest 1st ever block party.
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Minds Matter
The cookout celebrates our alumni graduating from high school, college and grad school.
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DELTA INSTITUTE
Delta Institute is commemorating its 25th anniversary of service by “Celebrating the Voices of the Midwest” at the Chicago History Museum the evening of May 21, 2024.