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Designing a Better Chicago - NeoCon Design Impact and Richard H. Driehaus Built Environment Grant Programs is sponsored by NeoCon, THE MART, the Richard H. Driehaus Foundation, and the Design Museum of Chicago.
These annual grants support local organizations using art and design to address civic challenges across Chicago's neighborhoods, aiming to inspire, educate, and create more vibrant communities.
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Designing a Better Chicago Designing a Better Chicago Designing a Better Chicago Designing a Better Chicago shines a light on our city’s extraordinary design legacy—the local talent, assets and community that have long supported civic good through design.
Launched in 2020 with a Design Impact Grant program, the new initiative showcases individuals and organizations, public art and programs across the city, inviting residents and visitors to consider the many ways design improves civic life. Who are the innovators and visionaries helping to design a better Chicago? Our annual grant program awards up to $50K to local leaders using design to make a difference.
The Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Jessica Davis Global Garden Refugee Training Farm Bridgette Gimpert Gilbane Building Company Sarah Haque Recon Analytics Lydia Ross Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events Ben Schulman a5 Branding & Digital Eva Silverman Chicago Architecture Biennial Eugene Varnado II YoojDesign
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Individuals and organizations using design or design principles to directly address pressing issues in Chicago communities. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Designing a Better Chicago - NeoCon Design Impact and Richard H. Driehaus Built Environment Grant Programs is funded by NeoCon, THE MART, the Richard H. Driehaus Foundation, and the Design Museum of Chicago. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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