We are committed to enriching the lives of all Chicagoans by improving the built environment, cultivating a robust and diverse arts and culture ecosystem, and supporting investigative journalism that fosters transparency, accountability, and effective government.

Arts and Culture

Person wearing a white flowy outfit, facing the audience with arms outstretched and smiling.

Building Capacity in Community Through “Space Plus” Support


Announcement

Lynn Osmond to succeed Anne Lazar as Driehaus Foundation Executive Director


Announcement

Fountain of the Great Lakes sculpture and fountain by Lorado Taft

Senior Program Director Opportunity at the Driehaus Foundation


Built Environment

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Designing a Better Built Environment


Arts and Culture

Chicago skyline with water in the forefront.

Chicago Funders Partner to Blunt Impacts of Federal Funding Loss

Photo Credits
Built Environment – Friends of the Chicago River
Arts and Culture – Michelle Reid
Investigative Journalism for Government Accountability – The Center for Investigative Reporting