The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Chicago

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE RESOURCES FOR THE FAMILIES OF FIRST RESPONDERS WHO HAVE LOST THEIR LIVES IN THE LINE OF DUTY AND ACTIVE DUTY FIRST RESPONDERS.

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THE MISSION OF THE DANIEL MURPHY SCHOLARSHIP FUND IS TO GIVE HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP ASSISTANCE AND EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT TO CHICAGO STUDENTS FROM ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUNDS. THE FUND SEEKS TO MAKE A LIFE-ALTERING DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF ITS SCHOLARS BY PROVIDING THEM WITH THE BEST OPPORTUNITY TO SUCCEED IN HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the nongovernmental, nonprofit organizations with funds (usually from a single source, such as an individual, family or corporation) and programs managed by its own trustees or directors, established to maintain or aid social, educational, religious or other charitable activities serving the common welfare, primarily through grantmaking.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the nongovernmental, nonprofit organizations with funds (usually from a single source, such as an individual, family or corporation) and programs managed by its own trustees or directors, established to maintain or aid social, educational, religious or other charitable activities serving the common welfare, primarily through grantmaking.

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The goal of this organization are the private foundations that make grants based on charitable endowments. Because of their endowments, they are focused primarily on grantmaking and generally do not actively raise funds or seek public financial support. These are the most common type of private foundation. They are generally endowed, usually from a single individual or family. Private foundations are considered family foundations if relatives or the original donor are still active on the board of trustees or in the operation of the foundation.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the private foundations that make grants based on charitable endowments. Because of their endowments, they are focused primarily on grantmaking and generally do not actively raise funds or seek public financial support. These are the most common type of private foundation. They are generally endowed, usually from a single individual or family. Private foundations are considered family foundations if relatives or the original donor are still active on the board of trustees or in the operation of the foundation.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the private foundations that make grants based on charitable endowments. Because of their endowments, they are focused primarily on grantmaking and generally do not actively raise funds or seek public financial support. These are the most common type of private foundation. They are generally endowed, usually from a single individual or family. Private foundations are considered family foundations if relatives or the original donor are still active on the board of trustees or in the operation of the foundation.

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The goal of this organization are the organizations whose members are in the real estate business who have affiliated for the purpose of promoting the interests of their trade.

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IIDA CHAPTERS WERE ESTABLISHED TO SERVE LOCAL PROFESSIONALS IN THE AREAS OF NETWORKING AND EDUCATION. THE 31 CHAPTERS CONSIST OF MORE THAN 15,000 MEMBERS AND 10 SPECIALTY FORUMS.

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WITH THE CORE BELIEF THAT EVERYONE DESERVES A DECENT PLACE TO LIVE, AND IN AN EFFORT TO ADDRESS THE ABOVE NEED, HABITAT FOR HUMANITY CHICAGO WORKS TO CHAMPION HEALTHY NEIGHBORHOODS BY INVESTING IN RESIDENT PRIORITIES, BUILDING QUALITY HOMES, AND SUPPORTING HOMEOWNERSHIP.

MISSION:

FOR CHICAGOLAND YOUTH WHO DESIRE AND DESERVE MORE, METROSQUASH COMBINES ACADEMIC SUPPORT, COMPETITIVE SQUASH, AND ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES TO EMPOWER STUDENTS TO REALIZE THEIR POTENTIAL AND MAKE THEIR MARK.

MISSION:

THE HYDE PARK ART CENTER PRESENTS INNOVATIVE EXHIBITIONS OF NEW WORK BY PRIMARILY CHICAGO-BASED ARTISTS, EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS, NOVICE THROUGH PROFESSIONAL, AND FREE PUBLIC PROGRAMMING FOR A DIVERSE AND CREATIVE AUDIENCE. THROUGH THESE PROGRAMS, THE ART CENTER ACTIVELY CULTIVATES A MORE VIBRANT, INCLUSIVE ARTS COMMUNITY AND AIMS TO FOSTER A COLLECTIVE SPIRIT AMONG ARTISTS, TEACHERS, STUDENTS, CHILDREN AND FAMILIES, AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC. IT FACILITATES OPPORTUNITIES FOR ARTISTS TO EXPERIMENT AND DO THINGS THEY WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO DO ELSEWHERE AND ENCOURAGES ITS VISITORS TO GET INVOLVED WITH THE ENTIRE PROCESS OF ART AND ART MAKING.

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SINCE 1870, ERIE NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE HAS BEEN AN AGENT OF HOPE AND CHANGE TO IMMIGRANT AND LOW-INCOME COMMUNITIES IN CHICAGO, ENABLING CHILDREN TO DEVELOP TO THEIR FULLEST POTENTIAL AND FAMILIES TO MEET THE CHALLENGES OF POVERTY AND BUILD A BRIGHTER FUTURE. ERIE HOUSE'S MISSION IS TO EMPOWER OUR COMMUNITYLATINX IMMIGRANTS ALONGSIDE INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES OF ALL BACKGROUNDSTHROUGH EDUCATION, ACCESS TO CRITICAL SERVICES, AND ADVOCACY, WORKING TOGETHER TO CREATE A JUST AND INCLUSIVE SOCIETY.

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The goal of this organization are the organizations whose members are in the real estate business who have affiliated for the purpose of promoting the interests of their trade.

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WORLD BUSINESS CHICAGO IS THE CITY OF CHICAGO'S PUBLIC-PRIVATE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENCY. OUR MISSION IS TO DRIVE INCLUSIVE ECONOMIC GROWTH AND JOB CREATION, SUPPORT BUSINESS, AND PROMOTE CHICAGO AS A LEADING GLOBAL CITY. OUR VISION IS TO ENSURE THAT ALL CHICAGOANS PROSPER. WE DRIVE GROWTH THROUGH BUSINESS RECRUITMENT, EXPANSION, AND RETENTION ASSISTANCE AND CONNECTING BUSINESSES TO RESOURCES AND OPPORTUNITIES. WE CHAMPION CHICAGO AS A WORLD-CLASS CITY THROUGH BUILDING STRATEGIC INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS, CONVENING POLICY MAKERS AND LEADERS, AND ADVANCING OPPORTUNITIES FOR MULTICULTURAL ENGAGEMENT. WE UNITE LEADERS TO ADVANCE GROWTH IN CHICAGO'S NEIGHBORHOODS THROUGH TALENT DEVELOPMENT, PROCUREMENT, AND INVESTMENT.

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The goal of this organization is to provide supervised recreational and social activities for children and youth of all ages and backgrounds, but particularly for disadvantaged youth, through youth-oriented clubs or centers with the objective of building character and developing leadership and social skills among participants.

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THE DANISH HOME FOUNDATION IS A CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO HONORING AND SUPPORTING COMMUNITIES CENTERED IN DANISH AND SCANDINAVIAN CUSTOMS.

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THE ORGANIZATION OPERATES IN THE CHICAGO METROPOLITAN REGION AS A PUBLIC INTEREST LAW AND POLICY CENTER WORKING TO COMBAT SYSTEMATIC BARRIERS TO EQUITY AND TO FIGHT FOR RACIAL, ECONOMIC, AND SOCIAL JUSTICE.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the nongovernmental, nonprofit organizations with funds (usually from a single source, such as an individual, family or corporation) and programs managed by its own trustees or directors, established to maintain or aid social, educational, religious or other charitable activities serving the common welfare, primarily through grantmaking.

MISSION:

PROVIDE SUPPORT TO INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS THROUGH PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES, CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION, PRACTICE COMMITTEES. LEGISLATIVE UPDATES, PUBLICATIONS AND OTHER RESOURCES TO