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We use the arts and education to create grants and other resources for under-resourced Chicago communities.

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OUR

NETWORK

Why We're Here:
What is a Commnity Development Financial Instituton? 

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Primarily ​housed at Chicago's Polsky Center Exchange for Entreprenuership & Innovationwe understand that economic mobility and community wellness go hand in hand. We expand access to capital for economically disadvantaged communities by leveraging the arts and education as pathways for both economic development and social transformation. Through this work, we aim to reduce poverty-driven crime and improve overall quality of life amongst Chicagoans. 

What's inside our community?

 

Inside our community is a living, evolving ecosystem where you can take a class one week, attend an event the next, or simply discover new opportunities across the city of Chicago.

How Insiders Can Engage

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Writing with Pen
Outdoor Yoga Practice
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Ready? Set. Go!

Next Steps...

Start where you are:

  • Join a class

  • Attend an event

  • Connect with the community!

Stay engaged, connected, and inspired—on your own terms!

Program

Cohorts

Explore our programs, organized by department, and discover where your passions connect! 

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Upcoming Workshops & Trainings

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