An equitable economic
recovery benefits everyone.

It’s time for equitable
economic growth

On top of decades of racial inequity, COVID disproportionately impacted communities of color and has threatened our collective goal of closing the racial and ethnic wealth gap. Targeted, direct investment focused on Black and Latinx communities will accelerate an equitable economic recovery, creating a better Chicago region.
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An African-American man smiling with his son on top of his shoulders

We envision a Chicago where all communities are valued

 

We Rise Together: For an Equitable and Just Recovery is an unprecedented coalition, uniting partners from philanthropy, business, government, nonprofits and communities to help our region build back better, stronger and more just.

Investment in neighborhoods is a catalyst for thriving communities. We see a valued community when we see strong businesses, people employed in good jobs, and booming commercial corridors.

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Lead Funding Partners

Amazon Logo
Anonymous Donor
Bank of America Logo
Crown Family Philanthropies Logo
John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Logo
Joyce Foundation Logo
Mars Wrigley Foundation Logo
Northern Trust
PERT Foundation Logo
Pritzker Traubert Foundation Logo
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The Coleman Foundation
The Community Focus Fund at the Chicago Community Foundation
The Chicago Community Trust Logo