About Us
We’re working to build a Chicago region where equity is central—and opportunity and prosperity are in reach for all.
We’re working to build a Chicago region where equity is central—and opportunity and prosperity are in reach for all.
As our region’s community foundation, The Chicago Community Trust is a platform for change that connects philanthropy to impact. We bring together generous donors, committed organizations, and caring residents to effect lasting change that moves our entire region forward.
For over 100 years, forward-looking individuals and families have entrusted their philanthropic resources and visions to the Trust’s stewardship. Our expertise goes to work helping donors translate their funds and passions into innovative and impactful giving strategies.
Guided by our deep community knowledge, we make grants, lead, convene, and collaborate to address the greatest and most critical needs facing the Chicago region.
Our Mission & Vision
We envision a Chicago region where equity is central and opportunity and prosperity are in reach for all. To realize our vision, we mobilize people, ideas, organizations, and resources to improve the lives of people in the Chicago region and beyond.
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Our History
When you partner with the Trust, you become part of a legacy of generosity and impact that goes all the way back to our founding in 1915.
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Our Strategic Plan
In 2019, the Trust launched a 10-year strategic plan focused on closing our region’s racial and ethnic wealth gap. Many of metropolitan Chicago’s greatest challenges are rooted in systemic wealth inequities—and until they are addressed, we won’t be able to realize our full potential.
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Our Commitment to DEI
We know that philanthropy has played a role in perpetuating systems that have not always advanced equity, but we recognize we have an opportunity to do better and are committed to making a positive difference.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion