Mission
The Coleman Foundation invests in the efforts of community-based organizations and local institutions to preserve and strengthen the physical health and the economic and emotional well-being of people living in the greater Chicago region.
Vision
The Foundation will create more compassionate, equitable and inclusive resources and opportunities that improve people’s lives with thoughtful and sustainable solutions.
Values
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RESPECT FOR COMMUNITY:
We trust and build relationships with grantee partners and community experts to ensure that their knowledge and experiences guide our work. -
EMPATHY:
We are committed to understanding the experiences and perspectives of the people and communities that we serve.
- RESPONSIVENESS:
We foster a culture of learning, adaptivity, and innovation to be sure we take advantage of opportunities to create positive impacts as they arise.
- RESPONSIBLE STEWARDSHIP:
We manage the Foundation’s resources in a steady, transparent, and responsible manner.
2024 Grants
*Includes Board Discretionary Giving and Other Grants
2023 Grants
*Includes Board Directed And Other Grants
Latest News
First Quarter 2023 Grants
The Coleman Foundation awarded 107 grants for a total of over $2.9 million in the First Quarter of 2023. ENTREPRENEURSHIP Â Â Organization Amount Description Allies for Community Business $2,500 Mission Moment Honorarium Allies for Community Business $100,000 Serving Diverse Entrepreneurs Chicago Urban League $12,500 2022 Threshold Match Grant Program Far South Community Development Corporation […]
Announcing Board Leadership Changes
With a promising hint of spring in the Chicago air, we are pleased to announce the addition of Pat Yuzawa-Rubin, Laura Lane Taylor and Walter Abrego to the Coleman Foundation’s Board of Directors. Board Chair Mike Furlong states, “We enthusiastically welcome our new Board members whose diverse backgrounds and real world experiences will broaden the […]
Sector Spotlight: Community Health Workers
Prevention and comprehensive treatment are more important than ever after the drastic drop in cancer screenings during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. It is estimated that over 9 million patients missed screenings in 2020, leading to postponed diagnoses and more cancer deaths.1 Additionally, a recent, nationwide analysis released by the NYU School of Medicine […]
