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WHO WE ARE
QUILT is a 501(c)3 NonProfit organization with non-traditional thinkers that look for transformational ideas that stimulate change in economically underserved areas, in the benefit of its residents and community.
WE BELIEVE
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IN the power of grassroots organizations to re-imagine and creatively transform their communities.
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IN the wisdom of our community partners.
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IN taking risks with urban social services programs where other foundations might not be willing to do so.
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IN a model of progression that supports sustainability and continued growth in our communities.
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IN awareness and belief as a dimension to addressing community challenges that creates enhanced solutions.
Our Mission
Enable all residents particularly those within economically disadvantaged communities with the opportunity to become self-sufficient and empowered through education, access to critical services and advocacy. Steer economic development in a manner that yields thriving businesses and creates training and career opportunities for residents delivering a strong and committed workforce, sustainable neighborhoods and profitable communities.
Health and Human Services
Many of Chicago's neighborhoods are home to some of the highest incidences of obesity, diabetes, heart disease and HIV in the city.
We are working to eliminate these health disparities, by designing, implementing, and evaluating community-based initiatives that address the social determinants of health, be they racial, social, economic or environmental, in some of Chicago's most vulnerable neighborhoods.
Economic and Workforce Development
Our Economic and Workforce Development goal is to steer economic development in a manner that yields thriving businesses, and creates job training and career opportunities for the residents of Chicago's underserved communities. Working every day to deliver a strong and committed workforce, sustainable neighborhoods and profitable communities throughout Chicago.
Community Engagement and Outreach
Inclusive community engagement is about building strong, unified, sustainable relationships and partnerships. One of the key components making our engagement processes responsive, inclusive and culturally appropriate is having and building the capacity to understand the implications of race, culture, and socio-economic status within our underserved communities.
At A Glance
In this moment in history it is more important than ever that we move beyond blame and guilt and work towards a “beloved community” — a society founded on justice, equal opportunity, and love of one’s fellow human beings.
~ Dr. Martin Luther King Jr
We understand change comes from within, that change is difficult and that change is both necessary and required to elevate our communities. That opportunity and growth builds a firm foundation for repetition and sustainability that will aid in our goal of ending poverty in a generation.
~ Change is coming!