Philanthropy & Giving
Philanthropy is what we do. The Chicago Community Trust works with individuals, families, businesses, foundations and financial advisors to build charitable giving plans that turn your generosity into meaningful impact.
Maximize your impact by giving with The Chicago Community Trust.
We offer many opportunities to explore the most pressing issues facing our communities, partner with like-minded donors, and support Trust initiatives that benefit the Chicago region and all who call it home.
We Connect Philanthropy to Impact
It’s what happens between when donations come in, and when organizations are funded, that makes The Chicago Community Trust experience truly unique.
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The Trust fulfills an essential role at the heart of Chicago philanthropy. The depth and breadth of our knowledge of the region, as well as the national philanthropic landscape, is unparalleled.
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Our philanthropic advisors work directly with you as a giving coach and dedicated partner to achieve your vision.
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Our team has deep expertise in facilitating philanthropic gifts from the simple to the complex, ensuring that your giving is effective and aligned with your long-term goals.
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Partner
We will serve as your expert guide, and provide opportunities to partner in achieving transformational impact in our region.
Make an Impact -
Give
From donor advised funds to impact investing and estate planning, we offer many options to support the causes you care most about.
Ways to Give -
Collaborate
We work in consultation with professional advisors to structure giving plans that meet your clients’ unique financial and philanthropic goals.
Work Together
Our Team
The Chicago Community Trust fulfills an essential role as the heart of Chicago philanthropy. When it comes to philanthropy, we love to collaborate.
Meet Our TeamDonor Stories & Giving Insights
“Partnering with the Trust aligns with our deep commitment to Chicago and to expanding opportunities for those who have historically not had access to the resources and social networks to advance their education and build wealth. It is critical for all of us to invest in ALL of our communities to ensure a better future for our city, our region, and our nation.”
“When I think of the Trust, three words come to mind: flexible, efficient, dedicated.”
“I chose the Trust as my philanthropic partner because the Trust was big enough, strong enough, old enough, and it was Chicago.”