Grantees year Archives:

Waukegan to College

We formed in 2009 as a result of a series of listening sessions in Waukegan churches and other local institutions. The sessions — sponsored by Lake County United — highlighted a universal need and urgent priority to help their sons and daughters get to and through college graduation.

Kenwood-Oakland Community Organization

Through the sustained engagement of low-income and working families, KOCO develops multi-generational leaders who impact decision-making processes and public policies, improving the quality of life in our local communities.

Brighton Park Neighborhood Council

Brighton Park Neighborhood Council (BPNC) is a community based, nonprofit organization serving a working class neighborhood on Chicago’s Southwest side.

Community Organizing & Family Issues

It is a center and a resource for Family Focused Organizing, leadership development and community building focused on the well being of children, youth and families.

Lugenia Burns Hope Center

To develop the civic engagement of residents in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood, and other communities, through education, leadership development, and community organizing.

Lawndale Christian Development Corp

Lawndale Christian Development Corporation was established in 1987 by the Lawndale Christian Community Church to fulfill the call, in scripture, to do justice according to Micah 6:8.

Communities United

Communities United (CU) is a survivor-led, intergenerational racial justice organization in Chicago. At the heart of CU’s organizing is the development of grassroots leadership to build collective power to achieve racial justice and transformative social change.