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Chicago is a global city, a commercial and creative hub that is rich with vibrant,

diverse neighborhoods and a strong civic culture. We are proud to call Chicago home.

Our commitment to Chicago is deep and enduring.

$1.4 billion invested in over 1,500 local organizations and individuals

We support creative and effective organizations and influential networks working to improve the quality of life and the prospects for residents to make our hometown a city where opportunity is equitable, and justice can thrive.

Our work in Chicago

Strong Organizations
Civic Partnerships
Vital Communities
Influential Leaders
Arts & Culture
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What's New

Elevating Others’ Voices While Finding Our Own Read More → Field, MacArthur Launch Programs Seeking Racially Equitable Chicago Read More →
MacArthur in Chicago: Reflecting on 2018 Read More → Demystifying the Arts Nonprofit Business Model Read More → Supporting Chicago’s Immigrant and Refugee Communities Read More →
Evaluation of Special Grant Package Responding to President Trump's Executive Orders on Immigration Read More → Chicago Arts and Culture Groups Receive Grants for International Collaborations Read More →
$26 Million to Support Community-Led Solutions in Chicago Read More → Community-Driven Solutions Read More → Responding to Gun Violence in Chicago Read More →
A More Inclusive View of Art and Artistic Expression Read More → Video: Reducing Gun Violence and Building Peace in Chicago Read More →
Statement on Recent U.S. Immigration Policy Decisions Read More → Initiative to Strengthen Inclusive Journalism in Chicago, Honor Jack Fuller Read More → Building Peace Read More →
$3 Million in New Investments to Benefit Chicago Neighborhoods Read More → Grants to Foster Community Safety and Peace Read More →
Reversing the Damage of Segregation in Chicago Read More → Enhancing Community Safety Through Successful Youth Mentoring Programs Read More → Partnerships to Support Arts and Culture in Chicago Read More →
Creating a More Equitable Creative Sector in Chicago Read More → $24.3 Million in Continued Support for Chicago Arts and Culture Read More →
MacArthur in Chicago: Reflecting on 2017 Read More → A Citywide Conversation on Incarceration in Chicago Communities Read More → Grassroots Alliance Recommends Community Safety Oversight Board Read More →
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Chicago Stories

chicago stories Nonprofits and the Art of Financial Stability The Arts & Culture Loan Fund helps nonprofits stabilize their finances, build financial expertise through training, and take advantage of new opportunities. View More → chicago stories Joining Forces to Empower Chicago’s Women and Girls Chicago Foundation for Women works to strengthen equitable opportunities for women and girls, supporting their full range of needs from jobs to health care to community education. View More →
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In The Media
"Chicago Artists Explore The Impact Of Mass Incarceration"
WBEZ
Related Grantee: Illinois Humanities
"How a Group Discussion About ‘Becoming a Man’ Changed Bill Gates’ Perspective On the World"
GeekWire
Related Grantee: Youth Guidance
"Pullman’s Economic Growth Has Lowered Crime, Improved Quality of Life: Report"
Chicago Sun-Times
Related Grantee: Chicago Neighborhood Initiatives
"$1 Million Goes to 2019 Year of Chicago Theatre"
Chicago Tribune
Related Grantee: Prince Foundation/Prince Charitable Trusts
"Chicago Foundations Launch Joint Project To Boost Leadership Opportunities In Minority Communities"
WBBM
Related Grantee: Field Foundation of Illinois
"Why This MacArthur Foundation Grant Is Not Like the Others"
Crain's Chicago Business
Related Grantee: Field Foundation of Illinois
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Staff
Stephanie Platz, Managing Director, Programs
Stephanie Platz
Managing Director, Programs
Tara Magner, Director
Tara Magner
Director
Craig Howard, Director
Craig Howard
Director, Community & Economic Development, Internal Adviser, Chicago Commitment
Allison Clark, Associate Director
Allison Clark
Associate Director, Impact Investments
Janice A. Dunbar, Senior Grants Manager
Janice A. Dunbar
Senior Grants Manager
Cate A. Fox, Senior Program Officer
Cate A. Fox
Senior Program Officer
Patrick Griffin, Senior Program Officer
Patrick Griffin
Senior Program Officer, Criminal Justice
Geoffrey Banks , Program Officer
Geoffrey Banks
Program Officer
Tawa Mitchell, Senior Program Officer
Tawa Mitchell
Senior Program Officer
Karen S. Hott, Team Administrator
Karen S. Hott
Team Administrator
Mindy Martinez, Team Coordinator
Mindy Martinez
Team Coordinator
Louise Powell, Team Coordinator
Louise Powell
Team Coordinator
Media Contacts
Kristen Mack, Senior Communications Officer
Kristen Mack
Senior Communications Officer
Evaluation Contacts
Joanna Cohen, Senior Evaluation Officer
Joanna Cohen
Senior Evaluation Officer
Maurice Samuels, Senior Evaluation Officer
Maurice Samuels
Senior Evaluation Officer
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The Historic Marquette Building Partnership for Safe and Peaceful Communities
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Members of the media seeking comment about our work in Chicago should call MacArthur Communications at 312.917.3690 or email Kristen Mack.

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