Tag: Chicago

Artspace and IFF: Teaming up since 2011 to increase affordable housing options in the Midwest

‘Serving communities always comes down to location:’ A conversation with Chicago artist and activist Tonika Johnson

Stronger Nonprofits Initiative: 20 organizations served, countless ideas and connections sparked

Young, self-sufficient, and in a nursing home – The story of one Home First resident

Humboldt Park’s La Casa Norte answers question: ‘What are all the things someone needs to be well?’

How one woman of color transitioned from utility executive to construction industry leader

February 6, 2019

‘Garfield Park rules!’ as The Hatchery opens doors to food entrepreneurs in Chicago

January 9, 2019

Chicago Sun-Times: The Hatchery, a $34 million food/beverage incubator, opens in East Garfield Park

December 7, 2018

WBEZ: Chicago Has A Plan To Build Near CTA Trains. But Who Does It Help?

November 30, 2018

Foundations College Prep: From a ‘tiny beginning’ to a thriving community

November 12, 2018

IFF celebrates 30 years by convening 500+ partners across the Midwest

November 12, 2018

Illinois Fresh Food Fund generates $34 million in community investment

October 15, 2018

Giordano Dance transforms historic church into modern marvel

October 2, 2018

The Real Deal Neighborhood Spotlight: Can North Lawndale’s future live up to its past?

September 4, 2018

‘He always, always had my back’: How IFF partnered with Heartland Alliance to open a specialized health care facility on Chicago’s south side

Profile: Eric Weinheimer, President and CEO, Forefront

Resilience: How the Stronger Nonprofits Initiative is ensuring access while changing the narrative

A Total Partnership: How IFF and Centers for New Horizons are planning for the future

Chicago Artists Coalition utilizes MacArthur program’s financial training to manage rapid growth

Chicago’s Pay for Success Program Evaluation: Year 3

MacArthur program strengthens financial capacity of Chicago arts groups

Foundation for Homan Square, IFF Bet on Future Together

February 6, 2018

Historic building on Chicago’s south side future site of National Museum of Gospel Music

February 6, 2018

Crain’s Chicago Business: Another potential ripple effect of the GOP tax overhaul

December 9, 2017

ChicagoInno: JPMorgan Chase Is Investing Millions in Chicago’s Minority Entrepreneurs

November 13, 2017

Chicago Defender: JPMorgan Chase Invests Over $2 Million to Strengthen Small Businesses Across Chicago Neighborhoods

November 9, 2017

Profile: Kamau Murray, Executive Director, XS Tennis and Education Foundation

November 9, 2017

Groundbreaking: ‘The Hatchery’ to incubate new food businesses on Chicago’s west side

November 9, 2017

Crain’s Chicago Business: PrivateBank veteran jumps to rival after CIBC takeover

November 3, 2017

RE Journal: Food and tech buzz in downtown Chicago, city breaks ground on food business incubator

October 25, 2017