Join Alford Group to discuss how U.S. charitable giving reached a record $617 billion in 2025, but the trends behind the numbers tell an even more important story. Join this free webinar to explore evolving donor expectations, the rise of Donor Advised Funds, funder priorities, and how nonprofits can adapt to a changing philanthropic landscape. Gain practical insights from the Giving USA 2026 Report and learn what these shifts mean for your organization.
Join A4CB on July 22 at 4:30 p.m. at The Hatchery in Garfield Park for a free workshop on financial forecasting, business planning, customer insights, and more.
The Women's Business Development Center (WBDC) is a nonprofit that supports entrepreneurs—especially women—through training, advising, and access to capital to start, grow, and scale businesses.
Right to Be’s upcoming free trainings offer skills in conflict de-escalation, bystander intervention, and building safe, respectful, and inclusive environments for workplaces and communities.
If you’re a WBENC-certified business, you have access to an incredible variety of workshops and training programs designed to help you grow, scale, and thrive. From financial education and leadership development to marketing strategies and procurement readiness, these sessions provide actionable insights and connections that can make a real difference…
A Chicago‑based nonprofit that funds and supports organizations working to expand economic security, end violence, improve health access, and advance reproductive justice for women, girls, and gender‑expansive people.
EDLI (Entrepreneurial Development and Leadership Institute) is a Chicago‑based nonprofit that builds an inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem by helping Black, Latino, and women business owners grow, prepare for funding, and connect with tailored resources and support.
The Office of Economic Equity & Empowerment (OE3), formerly known as Office of Minority Economic Empowerment (OMEE), advocates for equitable economic opportunities across the state of Illinois for minorities-, women-, veteran-owned businesses, businesses owned by persons with disabilities, eligible not-for-profit corporations, and other underserved communities. Through targeted programs, resources, and outreach and promotional activities, OE3 aims to create an inclusive and strong business ecosystem for communities that have traditionally faced systemic barriers to entry and growth. This investment spurs local economic development in underserved areas resulting in a revitalized and thriving Illinois economy.
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