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Revitalizing Illinois News through Press Forward


Announcement

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November 2025 Grant Awards


Built Environment

Driehaus Foundation Awards $2 Million Grant to South Side Community Art Center for Historic Renovation ️


Built Environment

21st Annual Driehaus Bungalow Awards


Announcement

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2025 Professional Development and Organizational Vitality Grants

Photo Credits
Built Environment – Friends of the Chicago River
Arts and Culture – Michelle Reid
Investigative Journalism for Government Accountability – The Center for Investigative Reporting