Aug 25, 2016
John Oliver is Right About (some) Charter Schools
Oliver's piece has shock value - using some of the most sensational stories of failed charters and corrupt leaders.
Welcome to the Loop
The latest news and highlights from A Better Chicago
Jul 27, 2016
Budget Crisis Lessons
A Better Chicago invited KIPP LA to meet with Chicago school leaders in our portfolio and beyond to share best practices and lessons learned
Jul 27, 2016
A Better Chicago Hosts Education Summit
In May, A Better Chicago hosted its inaugural Education Summit.
Jul 27, 2016
New Portfolio Investments
2016 has been a big year for A Better Chicago’s portfolio. We added one new Growth Fund grantee and four new Venture Fund grantees.
Mar 3, 2016
Most Likely To Succeed
Last week, A Better Chicago hosted a screening of the acclaimed education documentary, Most Likely To Succeed.
Jan 8, 2016
A Message of Hope
2015 was a very tough year for Chicago. Our headlines were filled with violence, scandals, and tragedy. And, there are no signs that things will be different in the year ahead.
Oct 30, 2015
Spotlight: SoulCycle CrowdFUNders
Kathleen has been a member of A Better Chicago’s leadership council for three years.
Aug 27, 2015
Northern Trust spotlight
Our Founder + CEO, Liam Krehbiel, was featured in Northern Trust Wealth as a philanthropist change maker.