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Paul M. Bell 10/12/21 Paul M. Bell 10/12/21

Chicago nonprofits got $1 million in unrestricted funding. Here’s how some used it.

Run by formerly incarcerated individuals, ChiFresh Kitchen is one of 26 Chicago organizations that have received money from Chicago Beyond. The money, $1 million of which has been distributed so far with $2 million still to go, is going to smaller organizations doing “hyperlocal” work that “often don’t get resources,” said Chicago Beyond founder and CEO Liz Dozier, also a former CPS principal.

Paul M. Bell 7/7/21 Paul M. Bell 7/7/21

Philanthropy Must Invest in BIPOC Mental Health for a More Equitable Society

For a model of how funders can holistically integrate mental health as a part of their approach to equity, look to Chicago Beyond. Chicago Beyond invests in everything from education, youth safety, community development, health, wellness, and beyond, each in themselves barriers to mental well-being and equity.

Paul M. Bell 6/24/21 Paul M. Bell 6/24/21

Philanthropic group to invest $10 million into Black and Brown community leaders, groups

Liz Dozier, founder and CEO of Chicago Beyond, said this round of investments is focused on people and groups who haven’t received much financial support before, and helping them achieve their goals.

Paul M. Bell 3/22/21 Paul M. Bell 3/22/21

Chicago Public Schools announces 'healing-centered' plan to address trauma

Chicago Public Schools has announced a multi-year partnership to create a "healing-centered framework" plan to address trauma students and staff have suffered from the tumultuous past year.

Paul M. Bell 6/22/20 Paul M. Bell 6/22/20

Feeding People in a Pandemic

Across the country, community organizations and food-related businesses have found creative ways to provide meals and groceries to low-income people in need.

Paul M. Bell 8/9/19 Paul M. Bell 8/9/19

Editorial: A bungalow becomes sanctuary from Chicago violence

Paul M. Bell 5/16/19 Paul M. Bell 5/16/19

Research Can Perpetuate Inequity: New Guide Shows How to Change That

A new guide for grant makers, community-focused nonprofits, and the researchers who study their efforts calls for a fresh approach to research. The power imbalance between grant makers and the smaller charities they support can result in research that fosters resentment and suspicion among the individuals they hope to help.