Trusted Voices: Reimagining How We Meet Critical Needs
Across the region, households are struggling to make ends meet amid rising costs, changes in federal policies and social service programs, and funding…
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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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Giving Insights: Caring for Chicago Over Generations
Narcissa Niblack Thorne is best known as the creator of the beloved Thorne Miniature Rooms—68 of which are housed at the Art Institute…
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Chicago’s Housing Future Is in Its Past: Look to the “Missing Middle"
Like the rest of the country, Chicago is facing an affordable housing crisis. Some neighborhoods boast houses that are too pricey for many…
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A Student Warrior Whose Purpose is Peace
At North Lawndale College Prep, Monay Jordan is a senior. She’s an A/P chemistry student. And she’s a Peace Warrior. In this violence prevention program,…
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For Powerful Social Media Campaigns, Find Your Ambassadors
One of the most powerful ways nonprofits can harness social media is through influencer marketing—enlisting people with social capital to join a campaign that raises…
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Bridging the Urban Native American Education Gap
Many people picture Native Americans living on reservations scattered across the rural hinterlands. But 70 percent of our nation’s 5.2 million Indians actually live in…
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From Archaeologist to Philanthropist
President and CEO Terry Mazany worked in public education before joining The Chicago Community Trust. Over fifteen years, he worked in urban school districts from…
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El Sueño Americano: "Vivito y Coleando"
Estados Unidos es un destino común para el migrante latinoamericano que sale de su país en busca de oportunidades. Las olas migratorias provenientes de Latinoamérica…
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"Living Museum" Celebrates Biodiversity—In a Vacant Lot in Woodlawn
One year ago, William Hill had a vision: Create a colorful botanical garden in Woodlawn where visitors could learn about plant life, biodiversity and green…
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As Digital Divide Closes, Technology Tackles Racial Justice Divide
Technology can play a powerful role in helping marginalized communities come together quickly and effectively around crucial issues. That was the message of two experts…
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Growing A Healthy Food System for Englewood: “We Could Be Doing This Together”
Many neighborhoods and communities throughout the region are underresourced and underserved. Nonprofit organizations, churches, community groups and government agencies support when and where they can.…
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“A Good Heart, A Giving Heart”: Mary Richardson-Lowry
Mary Richardson-Lowry grew up watching her grandparents open their hearts to their community—giving generously to anyone in need. And from their example, she says, “The…
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Listen Up: StoryCorps Launches Thanksgiving Challenge
Open to everyone, the Great Thanksgiving Listen is a national assignment to engage people of all ages in the act of listening. All that is…
