The Joyce Foundation Employee Directory
Philanthropic Fundraising ServicesIllinois, United States51-200 Employees
The Joyce Foundation is a philanthropic foundation based in Chicago, Illinois, focused on shaping public policy in the Great Lakes region with potential national reach. Its work centers on policy development informed by rigorous research and targeted at addressing current problems while guiding decisions that create opportunities and long-term solutions. It pursues innovative, collaborative approaches with a regional focus that can extend beyond the Midwest. The foundation engages policymakers, nonprofit organizations, researchers, and other stakeholders involved in regional development to advance its programmatic priorities. It concentrates on identifying where it can be most impactful within the Great Lakes and related public policy concerns, guiding activity in that space. In late 2024, the organization added an Environment Program Officer to lead efforts within the environment portfolio, reflecting ongoing leadership updates.