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Built Environment

See Chicago Dance member South Chicago Dance Theatre at Harris Theater for Music and Dance.

Arts and Culture

Reveal podcast host Al Leston.

Investigative Journalism for Government Accountability

We are committed to enriching the lives of all Chicagoans by improving the built environment, cultivating a robust and diverse arts and culture ecosystem, and supporting investigative journalism that fosters transparency, accountability, and effective government.

News

Built Environment

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Investing in Community-Led Change Across Chicago

Investigative Journalism

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Driehaus Foundation Announces $3 Million Investment in Illinois Local Journalism

Arts and Culture

Foundation Board and Staff Visit Community Arts Hubs Asian Improv aRts Midwest and The Miracle Center

Announcement

The Richard H. Driehaus Foundation names Lori Dimun its new Senior Program Director, Arts and Culture

Announcement

April 2026 Grant Awards

Photo Credits

Built Environment – Friends of the Chicago River

Arts and Culture – Michelle Reid

Investigative Journalism for Government Accountability – The Center for Investigative Reporting