Backed by a Billionaire Couple, a Chicago Nonprofit Takes a Community-Led Approach to Youth Equity

Backed by a Billionaire Couple, a Chicago Nonprofit Takes a Community-Led Approach to Youth Equity

Funded by Mark and Kimbra Walter, Chicago Beyond draws upon the work of veteran principal Liz Dozier. The group is investing millions in community-led initiatives, while challenging top-down dynamics in K-12 philanthropy.

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Got an Idea and a Camera Phone? This Venture Philanthropy Fund Is Interested

Got an Idea and a Camera Phone? This Venture Philanthropy Fund Is Interested

A newcomer to venture philanthropy, Chicago Beyond is worth keeping an eye on as it embarks on a second year of grantmaking and dangles the possibility of jumbo size grants to local groups. 

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