Chicago Beyond
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Chicago Beyond is a philanthropic organization that addresses systemic inequity by backing solutions led by those closest to the issues.
Chicago, IL
Joined November 2015
At Chicago Beyond, we continue to invest in community-led solutions in maternal health - in Chicago and across our country - because we believe people closest to the issues can drive the systemic change this moment demands. #BirthEquity #MaternalHealth #PolicyForChange.
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We're hosting our second National Justice Convening, rooted in our Holistic Safety Framework, centered around collaborative approaches to increasing safety in correctional settings. If you want to be part of the conversation, please fill out our form.
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Our team recently had the powerful honor of welcoming the inaugural cohort of Chicago Beyond’s Fellowship for Black Maternal Health — an initiative created to uplift and accelerate the work of transformative leaders in maternal health around the country.
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Our Chief Innovation Officer, Dr. Maurice Swinney, shares his perspective on driving systems that serve every student, grounded in his work at Chicago Public Schools. @oandbinstitute @docswin📖 #ChicagoBeyond
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Soraya is building a powerful, community-rooted model for maternal health in New Bedford, MA. With Chicago Beyond's Fellowship for Black Maternal Health, she'll continue raising awareness for the gaps in care many women and families are facing today.
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Bias can impact funding decisions. Chicago Beyond’s Mirror Tool guides funders to more equitable, thoughtful choices. Used by top organizations—download it today:
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We’re constantly inspired by our partners. In @thenation, Pamela Winn shares how a miscarriage while incarcerated led her to found @RestoreHER_USA —an advocacy group by and for justice-involved women of color. Read more:
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With support from a $3.3M city grant & Chicago Beyond’s continued partnership, @southside_birth is dreaming bigger & ensuring more families have access to culturally competent, community-informed care.
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With widespread support, the South Side’s first birthing center is a year ahead of schedule on its fundraising. That gives its leaders more breathing room to plan and expand its birthing, maternity,...
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We're proud to partner with Alaska Native Birthworkers Community, supporting Native families through informed, empowered care. Our investment uplifts community-led solutions to maternal health inequities. Learn more:
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At Chicago Beyond, we’re reimagining safety for everyone—including those living and working inside correctional facilities. Together, we can disrupt “systems as usual” and build something better. Download:
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We were proud to co-host the launch of A New Era of Philanthropy by Dimple Abichandani at @myimpacthouse, alongside @pillars_fund, Healthy Communities Foundation, & @WoodsFundChi. Thank you Dimple for this new guide to transform wealth toward a more just future.
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An estimated 10M children in the U.S. have experienced parental incarceration in their lifetime. Learn more about our partner, @We_GotUsNow, one of the nation’s leading advocates for the well-being of children & young adults with incarcerated parents.
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Congrats to our Managing Dir. of Justice Initiatives, @NnekaTapia, on her election as a council member to the @CouncilonCJ! The council advances understanding of criminal justice policies & builds consensus for solutions that enhance safety & justice for all.
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American prisons are overcrowded, understaffed, and unsafe - for both incarcerated people and staff. On April 29, join Chicago Beyond’s @NnekaTapia, FAMM, One Voice United to discuss real solutions. #SaferPrisonsSaferCommunities
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Congratulations to our Chief Innovation Officer, @docswin, who is part of the 2025 Change Leaders in Philanthropy Fellows (CLIPF) with Grantmakers for Effective Organizations (GEO)! Learn more here: #CLIPF2025 #Philanthropy
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Chicago Beyond’s Holistic Safety partnerships with correctional institutions are creating tangible change for incarcerated people and their families. Read about Halawa Correctional Facility’s 1st-ever Easter Keiki Day, reuniting incarcerated fathers with their loved ones.
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We’re proud to share that @birthfund is the latest recipient of our Rapid Response Fund. @birthfund was founded in 2024 by author & journalist Elaine Welteroth and they work to expand access to quality birth care across the US. Learn more:
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Chicago Beyond’s Fellowship for #BlackMaternalHealth will support 4 leaders improving maternal healthcare nationwide. Check out these quotes on how this program will amplify the impact they are driving across the country. Learn more:
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