Neighborhood-scale development projects on the South and West Sides.
We’re excited to share that the next round of The Chicago Community Trust’s Pre-Development Fund is now open. Focusing on the South and West Sides, the program supports neighborhood-scale development projects that can catalyze economic growth and help create thriving neighborhoods.
The Pre-Development focuses on advancing projects that advance community-informed priorities. Eligible projects are neighborhood-scale developments with secured site control, or a clear, immediate path to it—that are positioned to create real momentum and lasting impact in their communities.
As the program opens, we encourage community partners leading community-led development projects to apply. Please also sharing this opportunity within your networks that are ready to move forward and aligned with the neighborhood’s goals. Together, we can ensure this opportunity reaches initiatives best suited to drive meaningful, community-centered development.
Key Dates:
Information Session:
- Info Session #1 (Register Here), June 10 – 10 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. CT
- Info Session #2 (Register Here), June 17 – 12:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. CT
- Info Session # 3 (Register Here), June 27 – 1:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. CT
- Project Submission Deadline: July 11, 2025
Thank you for your continued partnership and commitment to building stronger neighborhoods.
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