Community impact

Committed to our community

The neighborhoods where we study, work, and live are an integral part of life at the University. This is our community—and we are dedicated to fostering meaningful social change and enhancing the quality of life for all of our neighbors.

Partnering with our neighbors

We work with people and organizations in our community to create opportunities for local residents, small businesses, and nonprofits. To do this, we draw upon our strengths in education, research, and innovation as well as our role as the largest employer on the South Side.

A University-wide commitment

Every division and school across the University contribute to this impactful work. Collectively, we are strengthening health and education, creating economic opportunity, supporting public safety, and enriching the cultural landscape to build a brighter future for all who live, work, and study in Chicago neighborhoods.

Areas of impact in Chicago and beyond

ARTS AND CULTURE

CIVIC INFRASTRUCTURE

COMMUNITY HEALTH

ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP

K-12 EDUCATION

PUBLIC SAFETY