Since 1915, The Chicago Community Trust has stood at the center of our community’s philanthropic activities, helping to support thousands of not-for-profit organizations dedicated to creating a sustainable Chicago community for the next generation.

The Trust’s expert staff understand metropolitan Chicago’s greatest needs. We’ll work to match your charitable desires with the needs of the community in an easy, efficient and effective way.

When you partner with the Trust, you become part of a community of like-minded individuals concerned about the well-being of all Chicago area residents. Beyond your own philanthropic projects, the Trust will keep you informed about metropolitan Chicago’s other charitable activities, and educational opportunities sponsored by the Trust and will connect you with other charitably minded residents.

• Simplicity – We provide and handle all the administrative work of your philanthropy so you can concentrate on where to give.
• Increased Tax Benefits – As a public charity, donations given through the Trust are likely to have a greater tax advantage than private donations.
• Flexibility – The Trust handles a variety of giving vehicles that can accept all kinds of assets and can be customized to meet your giving interests.
• Professional Management – The Trust’s Executive Committee is aided by leading financial institutions to ensure prudent, cost-effective management of gift programs.
• Recognition or Anonymity – Donations and grants may be made in a person’s or company's name – or anonymously.
• Large or Small Gifts – Individual gifts of any size may be made for general charitable use or to any of the Trust’s field of interest funds; donor advised funds may be established for $10,000.

• Protection – The Trust will ensure your intent is honored in perpetuity.