Through robust partnerships, we invest in Chicago’s mid-South Side across areas such as health, education, economic opportunity, public safety, and the arts.
We take learning beyond our classrooms through programs and initiatives that strengthen local schools and create opportunities for students and professionals.
We support evidence-based research that addresses urban opportunities and challenges and creates models that can be replicated in cities around the globe.
We welcome partnerships to help scale innovations into marketable products, solutions, and start-ups that benefit communities and contribute to economic growth.
As an anchor for local neighborhoods and a global center for education, research, and innovation, the University of Chicago partners within our communities to share talents, information, and resources to have a positive impact in Chicago that can be spread to cities around the world.
Through this required program, high school students at Lab share their time and talents with members of the broader community.
The Collegiate Scholars Program aims to prepare talented Chicago Public Schools students for admission and success at the nation’s top colleges and universities.
The Economic Awareness Council is seeking mentors for its On the Money magazine, a publiction made by high school students that promotes financial literacy.