Sponsorships
The Chicago Community Trust Sponsorships fund nonprofit events in Chicago/Cook County that advance economic mobility, opportunity, and community well-being through collaboration and community-driven solutions.
Funder: Chicago Community Trust
Due Dates: May 15, 2026 (for events in June–August) | June 30, 2026 (for events in August–October)
Funding Amounts: Sponsorship grants; typical maximum award not specified, but priority to organizations with annual budgets under $1M.
Summary: Supports nonprofit events in Chicago/Cook County that advance economic mobility, opportunity, and community well-being.
Key Information: Priority for organizations not currently funded by the Trust and those with budgets under $1M.
Description
The Chicago Community Trust Sponsorships program provides funding to support nonprofit events that strengthen economic mobility, increase opportunity and well-being, and address critical needs in Chicago and Cook County. The program is designed to elevate community voice and leadership, foster cross-sector collaboration, and promote inclusive development and innovative ideas that benefit the region’s most vulnerable residents. Events such as meetings, forums, conferences, and cultural gatherings are eligible if they align with the Trust’s mission to convene community partners, respond to local needs, and support lasting positive change.
