Thank you to everyone who attended our event, Collaborating for Economic Opportunity: Chicago Prize, Community, and Civic Leaders at the City Club. It was our pleasure to be joined by so many civic and philanthropic partners, and the Chicago Prize community. We extend our deepest gratitude to all our supporters for being part of the Chicago Prize movement. The event kicked off with opening remarks by President of PTF, Cindy Moelis followed by a panel featuring Prize recipients, Marshall Hatch and Carlos Nelson, and Deputy Mayor Kenya Merritt, speaking to the impact of public-private partnerships driven by a community’s vision. For those who were not able to attend, a recording of the event is available here. https://lnkd.in/g_Y29aMa
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Our commitment to Chicago is deeply personal. Chicago is our home. We raised our family here, built community here, and engaged in the civic life of this extraordinary city. We founded the Foundation so we could continue to play an active role in strengthening Chicago. We are proud to be part of a network of Chicagoans dedicated to making our city more equitable and vibrant. The Foundation partners with visionary leaders in the public and private sectors who share our values and mission. In addition to financial resources, we contribute our passion, time and expertise to increase the impact of our investments. Since the Foundation’s inception, we have worked to improve public education, increase fitness and health opportunities, and invest in civic institutions throughout Chicago. We returned to Chicago in 2016: Penny from Washington DC after serving as US Secretary of Commerce in the Obama Administration, and Bryan from a Fellowship at Stanford University. Through our respective experiences, we gained a better understanding of the far-reaching impact and promise of philanthropy. We took the opportunity to re-assess the Foundation’s strategic approach and decided that, moving forward, we would focus on investing in economic mobility to address Chicago’s widening opportunity gap. Our goal is to improve economic prosperity for low-income families in Chicago by investing in promising solutions. The Foundation has more than tripled its financial commitment to Chicago over the last ten years. In the next decade, we will deepen that commitment and invest $100M to make economic opportunity possible for more individuals and communities. Investments will be made in Chicago in three areas: Investing in Chicago communities by sparking new enterprise and job creation that benefit current residents; preparing for the future of work by promoting employer-driven solutions; and building capacity in innovative leaders and institutions focused on increasing mobility from poverty.
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Applications are now available for Chicago Prize 2024 — a $10 million grant that supports real estate development plans on Chicago's South and West sides. Considering applying? Register now for our Chicago Prize 2024 Overview webinar on November 4: https://lnkd.in/gnQZj92Q
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Join us at City Club next Tuesday, Oct. 29. Pritzker Traubert Foundation’s Cindy Moelis and Kareeshma Ali will discuss the Chicago Prize along with Chicago Deputy Mayor Kenya Merritt and community leaders who have received the Prize — Carlos Nelson in Auburn Gresham and Marshall Hatch, Jr. In West Garfield Park. You will also hear about the next opportunity to apply for the Chicago Prize. Register at https://lnkd.in/gZDf5mk9
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How would you invest $10 million to increase economic opportunity in your community? The Chicago Prize offers a $10 million grant for community-led real estate development plans on Chicago’s South or West sides. It’s an open call, as we want to invest in community leaders who know best what their communities need. Applications are now open, through Dec. 18. Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/g2h5yJDX
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Congratulations to Illinois Workforce & Education Research Collaborative (IWERC) on the publication of their Computer Science research. Please click the link below to learn about their findings. https://lnkd.in/gdad4MYJ
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Learn more about #ChicagoPrize recipient Sankofa Wellness Village and their plans for the West Side of Chicago below. The Chicago Prize was launched in 2019 to support innovative and compelling community-led visions like these.
Breaking ground was just the beginning! So, what's next? Over the next five years, the Sankofa Wellness Village is committed to addressing the challenges that have long impacted the West Side, focusing on: 🌿 Life Expectancy 🏘️ Quality of Life 💼 Access to Jobs & Resources ⚖️ Institutional Racism 🤝 Lack of Inclusive Community Spaces Together, we’re building a healthier, more connected West Side. Let’s create a future where everyone thrives. 💪🏾 #SankofaWellnessVillage #WestSideUnited #BuildingOurFuture
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The Sankofa Village Wellness Center broke ground yesterday morning. Congratulations to the Chicago Prize 2022 recipients, Sankofa Wellness Village and Garfield Park Rite To Wellness Collaborative on this milestone, but more importantly, thank you for your hard work on behalf of the residents of West Garfield Park. We are honored to play a role in helping your bold ideas come to life and are excited to see the impact this will have in your community. #chicagoprize
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Do you love Chicago and architecture? Volunteer at Open House Chicago, October 19-20, 2024! All volunteers receive perks, including a Priority Pass to skip the lines during the weekend, discounts at the @chiarchitecture Design Store, and more. Sign up at https://lnkd.in/gnBFvE2f #chiarchitecture #OHC2024
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Congratulations to Lawndale Christian Development Corporation on their official ribbon cutting for the Lazarus apartments! PTF is proud to support the creation of 48 affordable housing units in North Lawndale through Chicago Prize 2020. Beautiful and affordable housing is an essential part of healthy communities. We are honored to invest in building a stronger, more inclusive Chicago through partnerships with organizations like LCDC and leaders like Richard Townsell.
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