Chicago Chapter Charities Foundation
/OVERVIEW: The Chicago Chapter Charities Foundation supports youth, health, human services, education and arts and culture in Chicago, Illinois.
FUNDING AREAS: Youth, health, human services, education, arts and culture
IP TAKE: CCCF brings together powerful local civic and corporate leaders to further its mission, which makes it an important funder to know in the city of Chicago for nonprofits that serve people of color.
PROFILE: Established in 1988, the Chicago Chapter Charities Foundation (CCCF) is a charitable organization based in Chicago, Illinois. It is the philanthropic arm of the Chicago chapter of The Links, Inc. and was originally called the Chicago Links Foundation. The affiliated group is a well-established African American professional women’s service organization. Tresa D. Garrett of Evergreen Park, Illinois leads CCCF today. The foundation aims to "positively impact the lives of the African American community.” It funds local efforts for youth, health, human services, education and arts and culture.
The Chicago Chapter Charities Foundation provides financial resources to nonprofit organizations, supports community services initiatives and generates funds through fundraising programs and fund development. CCCF originally raised funds through a teen mentoring program, but most funds today are generated through an annual luncheon that brings together civic-minded Chicago residents. Major recent interests of this funder include improving the mental health of Chicagoans and increasing awareness about the effects of gun violence in the city.
Grants range between about $5,000 and $15,000. Learn more about this funder’s local giving by examining its recent tax records. Grantmaking focuses on the city of Chicago, Illinois. Past local grantees include Mercy Home, the YWCA on North LaSalle Street and Resilience Partners.
This foundation does not typically accept unsolicited grant applications from nonprofits. CCCF does not share grantmaking guidelines on its website or link to an online application form. Direct general questions to the staff at info@cccfinc.org or 773-318-4300.
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