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Meet Chicago Prize 2020 Finalist, Go Green on Racine! Led by Inner-City Muslim Action Network, Teamwork Englewood, Resident Association of Greater Englewood and E.G. Woode, Go Green on Racine consists of three projects focused on activating the 63rd St. corridor in Englewood.
As careers in the clean energy economy grow, climate action funding is more important than ever. @ElevateNPO announced their newest funding campaign: Envisioning our Clean Energy Future. PTF is thrilled to support this endeavor aimed at diversifying clean energy contractors.
PTF is proud to support the #TRENDFund, led by social enterprise @TheChiTREND . It's is the first US commercial real estate investment vehicle aimed at closing the racial wealth gap and strengthening BIPOC neighborhoods. Learn more: chicagobusiness.com/equity/t…
PTF is honored to partner with organizations like @p33chicago, a non-profit focused on building a dynamic and inclusive innovation ecosystem to ensure Chicago can rise to the challenge of the digital age and thrive. Head to p33chicago.com to keep up with their work!
We invest in leaders, initiatives, & system change strategies that strive to improve our city’s ability to meet employer demand for diverse, job-ready talent & help BIPOC Chicagoans build wealth in high-growth industries. Head to ptfound.org/workforceto learn more.
To learn more about our grantees and their work, we invite you to visit our redesigned website, a reflection of our continued commitment to our mission. We hope it will inspire you to learn more, create connections and invest in this important work.
Congratulations to Elevate Energy for receiving $4.5M to develop a resource hub for building professionals, contractors and building owners. We are proud to support their efforts to make the benefits and services of the clean energy economy accessible to everyone.
Achieving equitable #climate action in US #cities requires a well-resourced movement of trusted nonprofit organizations & leaders who center #climatejustice. Congrats to our partners at @ACEEEdc @IMT_speaks @ElevateNPO & @CleanEnergyGrp! kresge.org/news-views/kresge… @kresgecities
Congratulations to Elevate Energy on a successful event! We are proud to support their Contractor Accelerator which ensures careers in the clean energy economy are accessible to diverse contractors.
What a successful event last week where we announced a funding campaign to support inclusive growth for diverse #cleanenergy contractors! A special thank you to Pritzker philanthropies for their generous $5 million contribution. Read the press release: bit.ly/3qbmiVy
The AGAG project envisions a community reborn. A beacon of progress, the Auburn Gresham Healthy Lifestyle Hub stands tall, offering comprehensive healthcare, a Bears community room and teaching kitchen, educational aid, and a hub for budding entrepreneurs. Swipe to learn more.
Congratulations to the @GADC_Chicago AGAG Healthy Lifestyle Hub and the MKB Architects. PTF is honored to support the catalytic Healthy Lifestyle Hub through our flagship initiative Chicago Prize.
Auburn Gresham’s Healthy Lifestyle Hub and project architect, MKB Architects, placed first for the @driehausfdn Architectural Excellence in Community Design Award at this year’s #CNDA29 for rehabilitation and development of a Hub that addresses the area’s health desert.
We applaud Chicago Prize 2020 finalist, Aspire Initiative in Austin, as construction begins for the Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation. This incredible project is set to bring invaluable work training, business development, and countless opportunities to the heart of Austin.
Congrats to the Comer Education Campus & Greater Grand Crossing for securing a $5 million city grant to establish a groundbreaking Tech Workforce Center. This is a monumental step towards bridging the digital divide & unlocking opportunities for aspiring tech professionals!
We're thrilled that 3 incredible Chicago Prize finalist teams were selected to receive $500,000 grants each from We Rise Together. These projects represent a commitment to building a more just and equitable future. We’re eager to see the impact they'll have on their communities.
Big news for the 2022 Chicago Prize recipient team! The Blackhawks’ expansion of Fifth Third Arena will generate $5.9M for the planned Sankofa Wellness Village, providing much-needed health & wellness services to the Near West Side. Head to the link in bio to read the full story!
Black & Brown communities on the South & West sides are home to organizations & leaders who have the vision & talent to strengthen their communities. We work with leaders to help them access the capital & resources that can turn their ambitious plans into realities.
Congrats to @imancentral for being one of the recipients of the Community Development Block Grants awarded by the City of @chicago! This recognition is a testament to their tireless efforts in improving the lives of their community by providing holistic healthcare services. 👏
PTF is honored to support the Fresh Market through our Chicago Prize initiative. The success of IMAN’s Fresh Market reflects the foundational belief of the Chicago Prize: community leaders are best positioned to create catalytic plans for positive change in their communities.
Meet #ChicagoPrize 2022 recipient The Garfield Park Sankofa Wellness Village!
This project is a series of interconnected capital projects & social enterprises along the Madison-Pulaski commercial corridor that'll create safe, community-informed culturally empowering services.
PTF is seeking a Program Officer to spearhead our community investment strategy & lead our #ChicagoPrize effort. If you have a strong background in community development & are committed to racial equity & economic opportunity, we invite you to apply. bit.ly/ptfprogramofficer