The City Colleges of Chicago Foundation
Supporting the whole student through scholarships, students supports and innovative programming, empowering social economic mobility and racial equity where Chicagoans take part in building a stronger and more just city.
Ways to Give
You can make a difference in a City Colleges student’s trajectory in so many ways. Right now, you can:
- Donate to an unrestricted fund (this is our greatest need)
- Donate to the student emergency fund
- Give to one of the seven City Colleges or to another specific fund
Make a lasting impact:
- Establish a named scholarship
- Leave a legacy through an endowment fund
Please contact us at foundation@ccc.edu or (312) 553-2541.
Your Contribution
The cumulative impact of a gift to CCCF is far-reaching. Contributions support:
Innovative Programs
Innovative programming prepares students for the future workforce and forges clear pathways to college from Chicago Public Schools
Scholarships
Scholarships create access to a quality, affordable education
Student Supports
Student supports, from emergency funding to housing coordination, ensure City Colleges is meeting our students’ needs
Student Impact
City Colleges students are determined and resilient – and you can directly help them achieve their academic and career goals. Here are just a few of the countless students who have been impacted by the generosity of our City Colleges of Chicago Foundation donors.
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Why I Give
As an alum, I have a deep appreciation for the institution’s commitment to education and community development, values that have continued to resonate with me throughout my career. By giving back, I hope to enhance the educational experience for current and future students, fostering an environment that nurtures curiosity, critical thinking, and personal development. This donation represents not only a financial contribution but also a heartfelt expression of gratitude for the role the institution has played in shaping my professional journey and the lives of countless others.
City Colleges of Chicago empowers all residents of Chicago and beyond to better themselves, their families, and their communities.
This small gift is to encourage, inspire, and feed inspiration to those future students pursuing their dreams. Education is empowering, and having the inspiration to pursue one is outstanding.