“Can I Invest in Community to Do Good?” Samuel Muñeton Jr. Shows Us How.
For Samuel Muñeton Jr., his philanthropy has come full circle. In his youth, Sam benefited directly from mentors and others in his community…
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Spotlights on community issues, the people, and the organizations who contribute to effective philanthropy as well as a stronger Chicago region and world.
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Physical Spaces That are Inspiring Possibility Across Chicago
“When you build beautiful spaces, you encourage people to do beautiful things,” said Caleb Herod, whose work at The Chicago Community Trust focuses…
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What New Research Reveals About Chicago's Homeownership Gap
Chicago thrives when residents feel they can make a home here, put down roots, and invest in their future and their community. In…
“Donor Profile” Stories
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“Can I Invest in Community to Do Good?” Samuel Muñeton Jr. Shows Us How.
For Samuel Muñeton Jr., his philanthropy has come full circle. In his youth, Sam benefited directly from mentors and others in his community who encouraged…
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"A Philanthropist Is Anyone Who Shows Up": Claudette Baker on Redefining Giving
For Claudette Baker, philanthropy has meant a lifelong commitment to strengthening communities through her professional work in nonprofit leadership and public service and her personal…
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From Seoul to Chicago: Shane Carlin's Path to Purposeful Giving
Shane Carlin is the founder, president, and CEO of Asian Student Achievement (ASA). He founded ASA in 2016 to help move Asians and Asian Americans…
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King Harris: A Lifetime of Supporting Chicago
For more than 50 years, business and civic leader King Harris has brought vision, energy, and a hands-on approach to philanthropy in Chicago. From housing…
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Archana and Sudhir K. Agrawal: "Giving Makes Us Feel at Home."
When Archana and Sudhir K. Agrawal moved to Chicago in 2021 after more than 30 years in Memphis, they were captivated by the city’s vibrant…
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Northern Trust: More Than a Century of Commitment to Chicago
Northern Trust has been a steadfast partner to The Chicago Community Trust since our founding. As a trustee bank, Northern Trust manages a significant portion…
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Lisandra Lao, and How She’s Inspiring the Next Generation of Young Philanthropists
For 30 years, The Chicago Community Trust’s Young Leaders Fund (YLF) has empowered young adults to actively participate in philanthropy by interacting with grassroots nonprofits,…
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Claude and Britney, Two Donald Stewart Fellows, Reflect on How Their Commitment to Community Led Them to the African American Legacy Fund
Claude Robinson and Britney Robbins joined African American Legacy (AAL) from different paths—Claude as a staunch advocate for uplifting African American communities; Britney as CEO…
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Joshua Moreno: On Philanthropy & Showing Up for Others
Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the cultures, contributions, and resilience of the Latine communities in Chicago and across the country. As The…
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Bob Crawford’s Journey from Business Leader to Philanthropic Changemaker
Individual giving remains the driving force behind philanthropy in the United States. Even amid market uncertainty, giving increased by 3.3 percent in 2024 over the…
