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.

Announcement

The Richard H. Driehaus Foundation names Cindy Chan Roubik its new Senior Program Director for the Built Environment


Announcement

Letter from the President and Executive Director


Investigative Journalism

Interview: Philanthropy, Press Forward, and the Future of Chicago’s Newsrooms


Built Environment

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Investing in Community-Led Change Across Chicago


Investigative Journalism

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Driehaus Foundation Announces $3 Million Investment in Illinois Local Journalism

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