Trust Talks, The Podcast – Episode 24: Sustaining Chicago's Cultural Ecosystem
Chicago is one of the most influential cultural cities in the United States, known for its distinctive blend of architecture, visual arts, music,…
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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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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…
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LGBTQ Community Fund Awards $619,000 in its 2025 Grantmaking Cycle
The LGBTQ Community Fund, an initiative of The Chicago Community Trust, unites donors to support nonprofit organizations that serve the Chicago region’s LGBTQ…
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Spark a Movement. Celebrate the Stories of Philanthropy.
Today, The Chicago Community Trust announces its latest Centennial initiative, Stories of Philanthropy. In our Centennial year of 2015, the Trust wants to spark a movement…
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Advocate for People, Place & Philanthropy: Ben Helphand
Ben Helphand knows that when it comes to communities, it’s the little things that add up to the big picture. He says, “Small decisions make…
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Northwest Neighborhoods Riding High on The 606
With handmade flags waving and West African drumbeats setting the pace, cyclists and pedestrians brought The 606 recreational trail to life on June 6—a community celebration over…
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Think Good, It’s Friday! 6.5.15
This week, Chicago’s very own Brad Keywell made news by taking the Giving Pledge—a commitment made famous by Warren Buffett and Bill Gates—agreeing to give away…
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Half of IL Renters, One-Third of Owners Unable to Afford Their Housing
As incomes remain stagnant or decline across Illinois, rising housing costs have resulted in record levels of housing insecurity—with 1 out of 2 renters and…
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Tireless Effort: Shirley Ryan
Shirley Ryan’s boundless energy has improved the lives of countless people throughout metropolitan Chicago. As a member of the Trust’s Executive Committee from 1988 to 1998,…
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Think Good, It’s Friday! 5.29.15
Talk about a makeover. This week, the Trust launched its new and improved website. If you’d spent any time on our old site, we’re hoping…
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Big Sean Inspires Young Performers With a Look ‘Behind the Mic’
Music superstars Big Sean and Rhymefest heated up the Chicago Cultural Center on January 10, bringing wisdom to the young performers aspiring to follow in…
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Nurturing Chicago’s Next-Generation Choreographers
The Chicago Dancemakers Forum knows how fruitful a partnership with The Chicago Community Trust can be. After all, CDF was born out of the Trust’s…
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Giving in Chicago' Reflects Our Shared Commitment to Community
As Chicagoans, we take pride in our civic mindedness and generosity. This Chicago spirit –the steady determination to bring about the very best conditions for…
