Chicago Foundation for Women
Philanthropic Fundraising ServicesIllinois, United States11-50 Employees
Chicago Foundation for Women is a mid-sized nonprofit based in Chicago, Illinois, operating in the philanthropic fundraising sector. For four decades, it has united funders, frontline leaders, and grassroots organizations to advance gender equity, with its 40th anniversary signaling a renewed focus on community-driven action. The organization concentrates its work on reproductive justice, economic security, healthcare access, and freedom from violence, supporting programs that address these issues at the community level. It collaborates with community-led groups in Chicago to empower women and marginalized communities and to strengthen local capacity. A recent development noted in its activities is a partnership with Grace & Ivory Co. in 2026, whereby proceeds from apparel sales support its mission.