Affinity Funds: Creating Impact Through Connection

Affinity funds allow donors with a common identity or interest to pool their giving and make a greater impact together. The Trust proudly hosts six affinity funds that are enhancing  our region through the power of collective giving.

AFRICAN AMERICAN LEGACY – Improves the quality of life among African Americans throughout metropolitan Chicago; the Trust’s first affinity fund, established in 2003.

ASIAN GIVING CIRCLE – Builds support for organizations working to address the needs of our region’s diverse Asian American community.

DISABILITIES FUND – Partners with and advises the Trust on disability inclusion and priorities related to employment, education, community inclusion, and technology.

LGBTQ COMMUNITY FUND – Advances research, grantmaking and connections to build a Chicago region where all members of the LGBTQ community can thrive.

NUESTRO FUTURO – Supports Latine-focused organizations and programs serving the Chicago region; the nation’s largest Latine affinity fund.

YOUNG LEADERS FUND – Inspires and teaches the next generation of philanthropists by pooling resources for startup nonprofits.

“Supporting community has always been a focus of my professional work in nonprofits and philanthropy. But Nuestro Futuro feels special because it has helped me truly understand the issues affecting Latine communities. Giving with other Latine leaders who feel the same way has been very gratifying.”

Laura Gutierrez
Nuestro Futuro Member
Since 2022