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The First Presbyterian Church of Chicago

Chicago, IL, United States

The First Presbyterian Church of Chicago has long worked at the intersection of art, justice, and community. Today, it serves as a community hub on the South Side, advancing cultural life and neighborhood well-being. The church currently houses six resident organizations, nine artists-in-residence, a dance company, and a chef-in-residence, alongside an immigration legal clinic, mutual aid food programs, open mics, concerts, banquets, and dozens of other events.

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Grant history

Year awarded: 2025
Period: 1 year
Amount awarded: $40,000
Purpose: General Operating Support

Year awarded: 2023
Period: 1 year
Amount awarded: $3,000
Purpose: Migrant + Woodlawn Community Banquet
Notes: First Presbyterian Church of Chicago hosted a community banquet in April 2023 focused on welcoming the migrants who were bussed from Texas and are now residing in the Wadsworth School. This provided an opportunity for Woodlawn residents to engage with their new neighbors.