Advancing Leadership Program

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MacArthur

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The Advancing Leadership Program is part of the Chicago Commitment by the MacArthur Foundation, aimed at supporting and promoting leaders who reflect the diverse population of Chicago. This initiative is specifically focused on uplifting leaders from historically marginalized backgrounds who have faced discrimination or adversity and providing them with opportunities to influence decision-making and advance policies that contribute to a more equitable Chicago. The program is structured around three main components:Support for Le...

Eligible Applicants- Organization

Additional Eligibility Information

Organizations must reflect and represent the diverse communities of Chicago and focus on supporting leaders from historically marginalized backgrounds. Individuals must be involved in leadership within arts, justice, or media sectors and work with affiliated nonprofit organizations.

Funding TypegrantCategories of Funding Activity- Culture- Equity- Arts- Community Development- Civic Partnerships

Grantor Contact InformationJoshua Mintz, Vice President, General Counsel, and SecretaryGrantor Emailjmintz@macfound.orgOther Grantor InformationThe MacArthur Foundation is known for its support of creative individuals and effective institutions working to build a more just, verdant, and peaceful world. It provides grants and low-interest loans to organizations across various sectors, including human rights, environmental conservation, and social innovation. The foundation is also recognized for its MacArthur Fellowships, which invest in talented individuals with exceptional creativity and potential. By nurturing a wide array of projects, from community-based initiatives to global programs, it aims to catalyze transformative change at scale. In addition, it seeks to inform policies and practices through research and evidence-based solutions. Its overarching philosophy emphasizes the power of human ingenuity to address critical global issues.

Additional InformationThe Advancing Leadership Program includes collaboration with the Field Foundation of Illinois and awards aim to support leaders who are working on projects within the foundations of arts, media, and justice. The program also involves building capacity within organizations to support and retain talented leaders. Additional URLs:

https://www.macfound.org/programs/enduring-commitments/chicago-commitment/advancing-leadership/

Supporting Linkhttps://www.macfound.org/programs/enduring-commitments/chicago-commitment/advancing-leadership/

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