More Than a Paycheck: What It Takes to Get Ahead
Two days before my brother’s 10th birthday, my family was on the brink of bankruptcy. My parents’ small business hadn’t hit its growth…
Homeownership
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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Trust Talks, The Podcast – Episode 27: Fueling Small Business Growth in Chicago
Small businesses are essential to stabilizing neighborhood economies. They create jobs, activate commercial corridors, and provide the goods and services that help communities…
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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…
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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 a new…
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Sarah Bertman
Sarah Bertman (she/her) is an impact coordinator at The Chicago Community Trust. In this role, she supports the administrative, collaborative and strategic work of increasing…
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Matt Shomo
Matt Shomo (he/him) is the program manager for Homeownership & Home Equity at The Chicago Community Trust. He manages the Trust’s homeownership portfolio by supporting…
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Shandra Richardson
Shandra Richardson is the senior director of Homeownership & Small Business at The Chicago Community Trust. In this role, she is responsible for driving and…
