Become a part of Chicago Center's Legacy!
Contribute to the Boulevard Fund; our newly purchased student housing
On December 21, 2009, Chicago Center closed on a new student housing facility in Hyde Park, just steps from Barack Obama's Chicago home. The three spacious flats have ample common space in the garden unit for a study lounge, game room, laundry facilities, and classroom; this building feels like the realization of a dream, and avenue to new possibilities.
Below you will find ways that you can support the next generation of college students by contributing to the boulevard fund. For sponsoring a room in the building you will have the opportunity to name the room and have a plaque placed on the door, becoming an indelible part of Chicago Center's history.
Levels of Giving
$200
Buy a brick in the Garden gallery of Donors, a brick wall lining the length of the garden level.
$1,000
15 bedrooms are available for your personalized plaque.
$5,000
12 common spaces including kitchens, living rooms, dining rooms, and sun rooms.
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$10,000
- Garden level suite for short and long term guests
- Recreation and special events room
- Workout facility
- Library and study lounge
For more information please email Emily Nelson, Associate Director at emilyn@chicagocenter.org.
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Contribute to the growth of knowledge, understanding and tolerance
Any donation you make to Chicago Center is tax deductible. Because Chicago Center is a non-profit organization with 501(c)3 status, it qualifies as a charitable deduction for estate and income tax purposes. We'll mail you an acknowledgement of your gift that you can use when preparing your tax returns.
Choose Your Donation
$60
$125
$250
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Other Amount
Donate any amount you want with our custom option.
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You may also call us at 1.800.747.6059 with your credit card information
Scholarships
Chicago Center welcomes donations to be expressly used for scholarships. Many students would like to attend Chicago Center but cannot afford the Program Fee (Program Fee is for housing, food, books, cultural events and transit passes). Your gift would help a deserving student attend Chicago Center, and bring her or his tuition dollars along. Give us a call to discuss your ideas - we would love to work with you!
Contact: Emily Nelson at (773)-363-1312 or emilyn@chicagocenter.org.
In-Kind
Chicago Center welcomes donations of professional services such as catering, printing, photography, technology support and contributions of material goods such as office supplies, furniture for student apartments, etc. All In-Kind donations are tax-deductable. For more information contact Marketing & PR Director, Althea Conyers at (773)-363-1312 or altheac@chicagocenter.org.
Tribute Gifts
A tribute gift is a thoughtful way to celebrate a special occasion or honor the memory of a family member or friend. When you make a tribute gift, a personalized card in acknowledgment will be sent to the individual or family being honored. For more information contact Associate Director, Emily Nelson at (773)-363-1312 or emilyn@chicagocenter.org.
Matching Gifts
You can double or triple your contribution to Chicago Center and raise your donor level by sending a matching gift form with your donation. Check with your employer's personnel office for information or to obtain a matching gift form. For more information or assistance completing the matching gift forms contact Associate Director, Emily Nelson at (773)-363-1312 or emilyn@chicagocenter.org.
Planned Gifts
You can ensure that Chicago Center (formerly Urban Life Center) will continue to serve the community and future generations. There are many planned gifts that can benefit the foundation including real estate, life insurance and remainder trusts. For more information contact Executive Director Scott Chesebro at (773)-363-1312 or scottc@chicagocenter.
Volunteer
There are several ways to be involved with Urban Life Center. Depending on your schedule and talents, we can find an event, project or program that will benefit from your help. Get involved with us! It helps Chicago Center, your community and all our students and staff!