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…
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Chicago’s Next Chapter in Equitable Transit-Oriented Development
Five years ago this June, the City of Chicago adopted a bold vision and framework for equitable transit-oriented development (ETOD). The Chicago Plan…
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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…
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Committed to Community: The Resurrection Project
Born in Pilsen more than 35 years ago, The Resurrection Project (TRP) grew from a community’s vision for restored peace, safety and prosperity in the…
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Building Homes, Restoring Hope: Reclaiming Chicago
On Chicago’s South and West sides – largely home to the city’s Black and Latine communities – vacant lots and abandoned properties have long contributed…
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Power in Persistence: Austin Coming Together
Since 2010, Austin Coming Together (ACT) has been at the heart of Austin’s revitalization, driving change through collaboration, persistence, and a shared vision for a…
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A Place to Stay, A Path to Stability
A home is more than bricks and mortar — it’s where we find safety, stability, and a sense of belonging. For many, owning a home…
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Making Big Ideas Real, Together
When it comes to solving complex challenges, what can philanthropy do? How do we build spaces where funders and nonprofit partners can dream, experiment, and…
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Community Visions Brought to Life
In October 2025, we celebrated the culmination of We Rise Together: For an Equitable & Just Recovery, a five-year initiative supporting resilience and revitalization in…
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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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Joyce Ozeh: Passionate Disability Advocate
For Joyce Ozeh, a first-generation Nigerian-American and civil rights attorney with the Illinois Attorney General’s Office, practicing law has always been a means to an…
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Jennifer F. Kuzminski: Guiding Clients to Their Greatest Impact
Trust and estates attorney Jennifer F. Kuzminski is driven to help clients advance their personal and philanthropic goals while creating lasting impact. As a member…
