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.

Our Mission

Fueled by the generosity of Chicago’s philanthropic community, the City Colleges of Chicago Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, raises charitable contributions to support community college students from all backgrounds in reaching their academic and career goals.

Make an Impact

Your support helps City Colleges of Chicago students achieve their academic and career goals. If you’re passionate about supporting students, there are so many ways for you to make an impact. 

Give Where it’s Needed the Most
Make a flexible, unrestricted gift to the Foundation that supports operations and addresses our most pressing needs and priorities. 

Give by Mail
Send a check payable to:
City Colleges of Chicago Foundation
180 N. Wabash Ave., Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60601 

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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Angel

For Angel, a college education has always been a personal goal and a family milestone.

City Colleges Of Chicago Foundation Richard J. Daley College Scholarships
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Read more Dean Alicia Rodriguez

Dean Alicia Rodriguez

For Dean Alicia J. Rodriguez, leading the Arturo Velasquez Institute (AVI) is deeply personal. Having grown up in the Little…

City Colleges Of Chicago Foundation Richard J. Daley College
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Stephanie

For nearly five years, Stephanie Gomez, Director of Career Launch Chicago, has been at the forefront creating opportunities for youth…

CCC Staff City Colleges Of Chicago Foundation Wilbur Wright College
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Read more Bridgette

Bridgette

Bridgette Jones began her academic journey in Tucson, Arizona, pursuing a nursing degree at her local community college.

City Colleges Of Chicago Foundation Malcolm X College Scholarships
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City Colleges of Chicago Foundation News

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Read more Investing in Chicago's Future: City Colleges of Chicago Featured in JPMorgan Chase Impact Brief

October 8, 2026

Investing in Chicago's Future: City Colleges of Chicago Featured in JPMorgan Chase Impact Brief

City Colleges of Chicago and the City Colleges of Chicago Foundation are featured as a case study in a new report that highlights how collaboration...

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Read more JPMorgan Chase reports 10-year return on $200 million in Chicago philanthropic investments, including City Colleges of Chicago investment

October 8, 2026

JPMorgan Chase reports 10-year return on $200 million in Chicago philanthropic investments, including City Colleges of Chicago investment

JPMorgan Chase issued a report this week seeking to determine the return on $214 million in philanthropic investments it made over the past decade into...

In the News City Colleges of Chicago Foundation Work-Based Learning
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Read more New report points to worsening hunger crisis in Chicago, with 1 in 3 families facing food insecurity

September 23, 2026

New report points to worsening hunger crisis in Chicago, with 1 in 3 families facing food insecurity

This work, in part, is made possible through the City Colleges of Chicago Foundation....GCFD in partnership with City Colleges of Chicago launched the Statesman Market...

In the News Kennedy-King College City Colleges of Chicago Foundation
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Read more Politico.com reports: Taking Names

September 11, 2026

Politico.com reports: Taking Names

Juan Salgado, the chancellor of City Colleges of Chicago, was the headliner at the City Club of Chicago luncheon event Wednesday. His message: “Thank you...

In the News City Colleges of Chicago Foundation Chicago Roadmap
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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.
Bianca, donor and Daley College alumna

City Colleges of Chicago empowers all residents of Chicago and beyond to better themselves, their families, and their communities.

Theresa, donor and City Colleges employee

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.

Evelyn, donor

Support a Cause

There are so many ways to give – explore our donation opportunities by clicking the button below.

Contact

For more information regarding giving, named scholarships, and endowments contact:

cccfoundation@ccc.edu