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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. And it is our home.

MacArthur’s commitment to Chicago is deep and unwavering.

$1.3 billion invested in over 1,500 local organizations since 1978.

MacArthur steadfastly supports the city’s civic, cultural, and community infrastructure.

What's New

MacArthur in Chicago: Reflecting on 2017 Read More → $24.3 Million in Continued Support for Chicago Arts and Culture 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 →
A Citywide Conversation on Incarceration in Chicago Communities Read More → Grassroots Alliance Recommends Community Safety Oversight Board Read More → City Tech Collaborative Launched Read More →
Director's Reflection: Advancing Leadership in Chicago Read More → Artistic Currency: Reflections on Building Chicago’s Inclusive Economy Event Read More →
Nine Chicago Arts Groups Receive MacArthur Grants for International Collaborations Read More → Supporting Criminal Justice Reform in Cook County Read More → Innovative Chicago ESL Program Improves Learning Read More →
An Introduction to the Partnership for Safe and Peaceful Communities Read More → Chicago Responds to Federal Immigration Orders Read More →
MacArthur Awards $1.2 Million to Support Chicago’s Immigrant and Refugee Communities Read More → MacArthur Awards $10 Million to Help Strengthen Chicago Organizations and Prevent Gun Violence in Chicago Read More → Strong Organizations and Effective Partnerships Read More →
Reflections on Building Chicago’s Inclusive Economy Read More → Grants to Promote Peace and Build Trust Read More →
Chicago to Host Climate Summit for North American Cities Read More → $12 Million in New Investments to Benefit Chicago Neighborhoods Read More →
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Chicago Stories

chicago stories Giving Teens a Seat at the Table and a Say in Policy Mikva Challenge engages Chicago teens to identify issues that affect them—from policing to politics, health to housing—and develop policy recommendations for local government officials. View More → chicago stories Wider Horizons, Bigger Dreams for Chicago Youth My Block, My Hood, My City takes teenagers from underserved Chicago communities on explorations across the city and beyond, exposing them to different cultures, careers, and people to show teens all that is available and accessible to them. View More →
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In The Media
"Chicago Funders on Gun Violence: 'We Do Not Have Time to Waste'"
Crain's Chicago Business
Related Grantee: City of Chicago, Independent Police Review Authority
"Downtown Expedition Helps Teens Make Chicago Their Own"
WBEZ
Related Grantee: Youth Guidance
"Four Nonprofits, Four Financial Turnarounds"
Crain's Chicago Business
Related Grantee: Adler Planetarium
"What's the Economic Impact of Blues Fest or Jazz Fest? Chicago Will Now Get Data from Mastercard Spending"
Chicago Tribune
Related Grantee: Chicago Community Trust
"Here's How to Reverse the Damage of Segregation"
Crain's Chicago Business
Related Grantee: Metropolitan Planning Council
"Want to Quit the Gang Life? Try This Job On"
The New York Times
Related Grantee: Heartland Alliance for Human Needs and Human Rights
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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
Tawa Mitchell, Program Officer
Tawa Mitchell
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, Communications Officer
Kristen Mack
Communications Officer
Evaluation Contacts
Joanna Cohen, Program Officer
Joanna Cohen
Program Officer
Maurice Samuels, Program Officer
Maurice Samuels
Program Officer
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Info For the Media

Members of the media seeking comment about our work in Chicago should call 312.917.3690 or email Kristen Mack, Communications Officer.