📣 JOIN US: The Imperative of Investing in Black Men and Fathers in Chicago On April 22, Field Foundation President Daniel O. Ash will moderate an important City Club of Chicago conversation on breaking barriers for Black men in Chicago’s workforce. The panel will spotlight the authors of a soon-to-be-released report, “Breaking the Chains: Reclaiming Wealth, Power, and Dignity for Black Men,” from Equity And Transformation and FATHERS, FAMILIES, & HEALTHY COMMUNITIES. Be part of this discussion about solutions that deserve our attention and action—solutions that will help strengthen families, communities, and our city’s economy. Seating is limited. Register today: https://lnkd.in/g5kEfpGN 📅 TUESDAY, APRIL 22 📍 Maggiano’s Banquets, 111 W. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60654 ⏰ Doors open: 11:30 AM | Program + Lunch: Noon - 1:15 PM #community #powerbuilding #philanthropy #chicago
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Power building in Chicago by investing in civic infrastructure, the creative sector, local news outlets, and organizers.
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Love to see this update and the many Field grantee partners involved in this important work. #journalism #storytelling #community #powerbuilding
Earlier this week, our executive director Angela Caputo spent time at Google's NYC offices for a Local News Summit as part of the Local Media Association's Lab for Journalism Funding, supported by Comcast NBCUniversal! This program is equipping us with new tools and strategies to sustain and grow our impact. We’re proud to be part of the Illinois cohort alongside incredible organizations like Borderless Magazine, Capitol News Illinois, WBEZ Chicago, Cicero Independiente , The Harvey World Herald, Illinois Answers Project, Investigate Midwest, Invisible Institute, La Raza Chicago, Rochelle News Leader, The Chicago Defender & Windy City Times. A huge thank you to Google News Initiative and our mentor Jennifer Preston for their invaluable support! #LocalNews #FundJournalism #NewsMatters
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📣 BIG NEWS! We're launching year three of "A Road Together" (ART), our grantmaking collaboration with MacArthur Foundation. Beginning in 2025, the ART program will shift to exclusively providing three-year general operating grants as part of our commitment to long-term sustainability for Chicago-based arts and culture organizations with annual operating budgets up to $1 million. Join our info session on Monday, April 14 (11am-12pm CT), to learn about eligibility criteria, the application process, and program timeline. Register: https://bit.ly/43zXJ3A #ARoadTogether #arts #culture #community #powerbuilding #philanthropy #chicago
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Happening tomorrow, April 3rd from 6-9pm!! “In Their Hands” A documentary about one man’s fight for freedom that pulls back the curtain on the politics of parole. A free documentary screening & panel discussion Featuring Ronnie Carrasquillo (freed after serving 47-year sentence) & Dan Protess (filmmaker) Savoy 16 + IMAX 232 Burwash Ave. Savoy, IL 61874 Co-sponsored by Education Justice Project, The Field Foundation of Illinois and FirstFollowers Reentry Program. #EJP #EJPatIL #EducationJusticeProject #PanelDiscussion
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The Field Foundation is proud to support Press Forward Chicago and pleased to share the latest funding opportunity for community-based news outlets. Applications are due May 8! #journalism #storytelling #community #powerbuilding #philanthropy #chicago
#RFP OPEN: Press Forward Chicago, housed at The Chicago Community Trust, is excited to announce a new funding opportunity to empower civic journalism and amplify community residents’ voices. This grant program seeks to support capacity building and audience growth and engagement for community-based journalism organizations. #Chicago Grants will be awarded to organizations addressing one of the funding priorities below: • Audience Growth and Engagement: Efforts to increase audience numbers across various platforms, including newsletters. Additionally, growth of audience engagement across platforms. • Sustainability: Organizations developing new, scalable business models for their own stability and financial sustainability in local news. This grant cycle will distribute up to 12 grants ranging from $25,000 to $75,000 each to support capacity-building project support over a one-year period. Learn + Apply: https://lnkd.in/gnvZaVAH
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We're hiring here at A Long Walk Home for a Development Director. Please share with those who may be interested and qualified in your networks
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Last day to apply for a Field Fellowship for the 2025-2026 academic year!
Reminder to apply by 3/31! 🎓 Grad students in Chicago: Don't miss this Field Fellowship opportunity! Join us for a 9-month, immersive experience in community power building. Work alongside Field program directors to support civic infrastructure, arts & culture, local news, and organizing. What you'll gain: * Hands-on grantmaking experience * Exposure to Chicago's nonprofit landscape * Involvement with the Leaders for a New Chicago Award * Potential course credit Learn more: https://bit.ly/42YaGGq
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Executive Director, Raw Talent Performing Arts | NASDAQ Milestone Circle Alumnae | Empowering Youth & Entrepreneurs through Arts, Education, and Business Development | Helping Business Owners Secure Educational Contracts
📢 What to Expect at Our Racial Healing Circle! Hosted by RAW TALENT PERFORMING ARTS Join us for a powerful experience where storytelling meets creativity and connection! ✨ Another part of our Healing IL Grant The Field Foundation of Illinois Ages 10 & Up are welcome. 📅 April 2, 2025 🕛 05:45 PM - 7 PM 🎙 Speaker: Kara Cunningham 🎤 Guided Discussions – Share stories & reflect on race, identity, and resilience. 📸 Multimedia Exploration – Use photography, video & spoken word to amplify voices. 🎨 Creative Expression – Create visual pieces that reflect your journey. 💬 Community Connection – Discuss media representation & reclaim narratives. Be part of this transformative space for healing and empowerment! 🌍🖤 Registration link 🔗 https://lnkd.in/geTErpGi #RacialHealing #StorytellingForChange #EchoesOfResilience #YouthVoicesMatter #CreativeHealing #HealingThroughArt #RepresentationMatters #PowerOfMedia #CulturalStorytelling #OurStoriesOurPower
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The Field Foundation of Illinois reposted this
“In Their Hands” A documentary about one man’s fight for freedom that pulls back the curtain on the politics of parole. Thursday, April 3, 6-9pm A free documentary screening & panel discussion Featuring Ronnie Carrasquillo (freed after serving 47-year sentence) & Dan Protess (filmmaker) Savoy 16 + IMAX 232 Burwash Ave. Savoy, IL 61874 RSVP for the event here: https://lnkd.in/g9aDhW8j Co-sponsored by Education Justice Project, The Field Foundation of Illinois and FirstFollowers Reentry Program. #EJP #EJPatIL #EducationJusticeProject #PanelDiscussion
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Reminder to apply by 3/31! 🎓 Grad students in Chicago: Don't miss this Field Fellowship opportunity! Join us for a 9-month, immersive experience in community power building. Work alongside Field program directors to support civic infrastructure, arts & culture, local news, and organizing. What you'll gain: * Hands-on grantmaking experience * Exposure to Chicago's nonprofit landscape * Involvement with the Leaders for a New Chicago Award * Potential course credit Learn more: https://bit.ly/42YaGGq
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