South Side Sanctuary: A Place for Outdoor Recreation, Exploring Creativity, and Improving Wellbeing
Our environment has a huge impact on our well-being. Research has shown that access to outdoor amenities can reduce stress and improve physical…
Connecting Philanthropy to Impact
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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From the Archives: 2015 – ADA 25 Chicago
December 3rd is International Day of Persons with Disabilities, a day that advances awareness of issues faced by the disability community. In 2022,…
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Trusted Voices: Unity Fund Creates a Pathway to Well-Being
Addressing residents’ most urgent needs is at the heart of our work as the Chicago region’s community foundation. The Chicago Community Trust’s Unity…
“Connecting Philanthropy to Impact” Connecting Philanthropy to Impact
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Our Partners in Change: Mars Wrigley & Vistria Group
Recognizing that we can do far more together than alone, the Trust is deeply committed to partnerships—not just with our donors and grant recipients, but…
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A Legacy Focused on the Region’s Future
The Trust’s ability to pivot and address the evolving needs of the community is due to donors whose generosity lives on through the Trust. The…
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Expanding Impact: How Charitable Dollars Can Make an Impact Beyond Grant Making
Philanthropy and investing are often thought of as two very separate disciplines—one dedicated to driving positive social change; the other focused solely on generating financial…
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Janice Atkins Washington
Janice Atkins Washington is the senior coordinator of philanthropic services for The Chicago Community Trust. In this role, she is responsible for gift and grant…
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Kristin Carlson Vogen
Kristin Carlson Vogen is the associate vice president of philanthropic strategies and innovation at The Chicago Community Trust. Vogen and her team engage families and…
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Adriana Viteri
Adriana Viteri is a senior philanthropic advisor at The Chicago Community Trust. In her role, Adriana is responsible for building and cultivating trust-based relationships with…
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Abbe Temkin
Abbe Temkin is senior philanthropic advisor for The Chicago Community Trust, joining the Trust in 2013. In this role, she is responsible for building and…
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Molly Rand
Molly Rand is the senior director of philanthropy for The Chicago Community Trust. In this role, she is responsible for building and nurturing relationships with…
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Adele Nandan
Adele Nandan is the director of donor engagement for The Chicago Community Trust. Adele is responsible for the development of strategies for the identification, cultivation,…
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Jerome' Holston
Jerome’ (pronounced “Jeremy”) Holston is the major gifts manager for The Chicago Community Trust. In this role, he manages fundraising and donor cultivation. Prior to…
