Resilient and Committed
The Robert R. McCormick Foundation is committed to long-term solutions that pay dividends for generations. The success of our investments depends on the strength of organizations that have a passion for their neighborhoods. High-impact strategies, vibrant networks of residents, businesses, and other community stakeholders, and resilience characterize their programs.
We partner with Teamwork Englewood and support several organizations and initiatives catalyzing change. Community-based programs are lifting up entrepreneurs, connecting residents with jobs, helping children succeed, and improving public safety, guided by a community-driven plan.
Applications for funding are extended by invitation only. At this time, unsolicited letters of inquiry are not accepted.
Community Snapshot
Unemployment and graduation rates for Greater Englewood have improved significantly over the past decade, but still are not on par with the rest of Chicago. The Foundation continues to prioritize Greater Englewood investments that impacts youth, families, and re-entry population to further improve these outcomes.
Nearly 75% of students graduated in 2021, up 26 points since 2008.
Unemployment has declined steadily since 2014, but remains higher than the city of Chicago’s overall unemployment rate (8.1%)
Teamwork Englewood has helped 1,500 returning individuals find employment since 2017.
Source:
Teamwork Englewood
It is harder to find fresh food in Englewood; the citywide share is 87.7%.
Source:
Chicago Health Atlas
Grants & Partners Since 2020
$15,135,000
The Foundation invests in a broad range of social service, business, and job training programs.
| Total | Organization | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| $5,165,000 | Teamwork Englewood | Uniting the many organizations serving Englewood residents and working toward the common goal of building a stronger community. | Learn More |
| $3,000,000 | University of Chicago Medical Center | Supporting the South Side Healthy Communities Organization | Learn More |
| $1,400,000 | Greater Englewood Chamber Foundation | A Neighborhood Business Development Center supporting the needs of small business owners all across Englewood. | Learn More |
| $1,030,000 | Chicago Community Trust | Supporting Community Desk Chicago’s Neighborhood Developers Initiative | Learn More |
| $750,000 | Brightpoint | Supporting the Thriving Fathers and Families Program | Learn More |
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