Chicago Foundation for Women

Investing in Community. Advancing Equity.

Chicago Foundation for Women (CFW) works to improve the lives of women, girls, and gender-expansive people through grantmaking, leadership development, and education. Since 1985, CFW has invested over $50 million through more than 5,000 grants to organizations across the Chicago region, focusing on economic security, freedom from violence, access to health services, and advancing reproductive justice.

CFW also supports emerging organizations by fostering leadership and building 
sustainable nonprofit infrastructure. By investing in women, girls, and gender-
expansive individuals, CFW helps catalyze stronger, more equitable communities. For more information, visit cfw.org