The Chicago Chapter of the American Institute of Architects, also known as AIA Chicago, is a non-profit, member organization for architects, students enrolled in architectural programs, and people in affiliated professions or industries. We offer continuing education programs, lectures, award programs, specialized committees (such as Committee on the Environment, Interior Architecture, and Historic Resources), advocacy for architects, and information for consumers looking for an architect.

American Indian Health Service of Chicago (AIHSC) provides Primary Healthcare, Mental Health and Community Health Services to the American Indian population of Chicago, Illinois.AIHSC is the only American Indian Health Program in Illinois and we are dedicated to providing culturally sensitive and quality primary health care services to American Indians and their families residing in the area.

The Cameroon America AIDS Alliance is working with local partners in Cameroon, Africa, to help stem the spread of HIV/AIDS and alleviate the physical and psychological devastation of the disease. Using bold, innovative programs, CAAA is helping individuals and organizations better understand and respond to the AIDS epidemic through prevention education, testing, treatment, counseling, and promotion of healthy lifestyles. CAAA is committed to operating a highly effective programmatic model that, in time, will be replicated in other African nations in the battle against HIV/AIDS.

C.A.M.A. is an organization that promotes and educates the Midwest on issues impacting Caribbean nationals both in the U.S. and the Caribbean

The mission of CCHD since 1970,has been to address the root causes of poverty through education and through supporting social justice causes as they adhere to the teachings of the Catholic Church. Catholic Social Teaching impels us to practice God’s love for humanity. As an instrument of evangelization, CCHD places the value of the human person and society in relationship with the light of the Gospel. CCHD funds mainly come from parishes that participate in the CCHD annual collection, taken on the third weekend in November each year.

The Center for Asian Arts and Media is a multidisciplinary arts center, dedicated to supporting, promoting and presenting arts and media programs by and about Asians and Asian Americans.Our organization brings together accomplished artists, scholars, and community builders from Chicago, the United States and abroad for lively and reflective artistic programs and events.As the first Asian arts center founded by a college or university in the Midwest, the Center for Asian Arts and Media places Columbia College Chicago at the forefront of the heightened awareness of Asian and Asian American culture.

Founded in 1978, CNT is a creative think-and-do tank that combines rigorous research and analysis with effective actions that offer paths to scale. CNT’s mission is to promote more livable and sustainable urban communities. We have tackled a wide range of issues, always with an eye toward simultaneously improving the environment, strengthening the economy, and advancing equity. We work across disciplines and issues, including transportation and community development, energy, natural resources, and climate change. CNT is a recipient of the 2009 MacArthur Award for Creative and Effective Institutions.

CDOP is a community organizing collective working together to gain power to improve the historic Midtown Central District neighborhood of Gary, Indiana. Our organization develops grassroots leaders & organizes local issue campaigns. We practice "direct action" tactics to win real improvements in the lives of real people. We unite residents, religious organizations, community organizations, and individual activists into a powerful coalition fighting for social and economic justice in our community.

Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre (CRDT) uniquely fuses contemporary dance, live music and visual art with programs that express the stories of American diversity, creating work both thought-provoking and accessible.

The Chicago Architecture Foundation (CAF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing public interest and education in architecture and design. We offer exhibitions, panel discussions, youth and adult education programs, as well as over 85 architecture tours, including our popular river cruise. All tours are led by our knowledgeable volunteer docents.

The Chicago Artists Resource provides information and a community platform for artists and arts organizations in music, dance, literary, theater and visual art through its website, enews and related programs at the Chicago Cultural Center. CAR is a program of the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs

Founded in 1996, the Chicago Chamber Choir is a skilled choral ensemble of 38 voices under the dynamic and enterprising dierection of Artistic Director Timm Adams. This choir provides a challenging, professional-caliber ensemble experience to Chicago-area singers who wish to pursue vocal performance as an avocation.

The Chicago Community Land Trust provides and sustains quality, affordable homeownership opportunities and a community of support for working families and individuals in Chicago and preserves these opportunities for future generations. CCLT accomplishes its mission by entering 99-year affordability agreements with homeowners. In exchange for the up-front subsidies and reduced property taxes that keep their homes affordable, CCLT owners agree to resell at an affordable price to another low- or moderate-income household like theirs. CCLT honors this 99-year agreement by protecting the affordability of the unit and providing training and resources for homebuyers and owners to help ensure their success.

Chicago Fair Trade is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to furthering the fair trade movement and making Chicago an international fair trade city. As the local education and advocacy arm of the fair trade movement, it represents more than 60 businesses, faith-based organizations, universities and nonprofits involved in furthering the fair trade movement in our city.

Chicago Foundation for Women envisions a community and world in which all women and girls have the opportunity to achieve their potential and live in safe, just and healthy communities. It is a grantmaking organization dedicated to increasing resources and opportunities for women and girls in the greater Chicago area. To support its philanthropy, the Foundation promotes increased investment in women and girls, raises awareness about their issues and potential, and develops them as leaders and philanthropists. Since 1985, the Foundation has improved the lives of women and girls through grants, advocacy, leadership development, and public and grantee education. It has awarded more than 2,700 grants worth more than $17 million to nonprofits across the Chicago metropolitan area.

Chicago Honey Co-op is an urban beekeeping cooperative with 100 hives and 37 members. We provide job training opportunities for hard to employ people in Chicago and sell our honey and products at Farmers Markets here.

The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is the official regional planning organization for the northeastern Illinois counties of Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry, and Will. By state and federal law, CMAP is responsible for developing GO TO 2040, metropolitan Chicago's first truly comprehensive regional plan. To be implemented starting in fall 2010, the plan will be based on a diverse, coordinated set of strategies to address projected population growth of 2.8 million new residents by 2040, which has significant implications for transportation, housing, economic development, open space, the environment, and other quality-of-life issues. See www.cmap.illinois.gov and www.goto2040.org for more information.

The Chicago Waldorf School offers a progressive curriculum that successfully integrates arts and academics to bring out a genuine enthusiasm for learning. Our unique approach to education corresponds to the various stages of human development by focusing not only on what children learn but how they learn. Contact us for more information and see why we are the fastest growing educational movement in the world.

The Chicago Waldorf School offers a progressive curriculum that successfully integrates arts and academics to bring out a genuine enthusiasm for learning. Our unique approach to education corresponds to the various stages of human development by focusing not only on what children learn but how they learn. Contact us for more information and see why we are part of the fastest growing educational movement in the world

Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras (CYSO) is internationally recognized as one of the premier youth orchestras in the United States. For over 60 years, its programs have provided music education and instrumental training of the highest quality to Chicago metropolitan area youth. CYSO is the place where inspired youth begin their journey to become outstanding musicians and leaders of tomorrow. CYSO provides five training orchestras, chamber music instruction and music theory to more than 400 gifted musicians ages 7 to 18. The organization also serves 5,000 Chicago Public School students with classroom visits and educational concerts through its Music Pathways program and over 30,000 audience members each season.

CHIRP Radio is a non-profit, volunteer-run, music-, arts-, and culture-focused radio station transmitting live from studios in Chicago’s North Center neighborhood from 6AM-3AM seven days a week, 365 days a year. CHIRP Radio hosts play an eclectic mix of independent and under-heard music from an array of genres and eras. CHIRP Radio will also begin airing news podcasts in Spring 2010 at chirpradio.org.For now, CHIRP Radio is a web-only outlet, but the Chicago Independent Radio Project is working to change the law at the federal level to open up new licenses in urban areas, and hopes one day to be able to apply for a low-power FM broadcast license as well. CHIRP Radio is supported by special event revenues, small grants and listener support.

City Year is a non profit organization built on the belief that young people are the leaders who can change the world. As tutors, mentors, and role models, City Year’s young leaders are uniquely positioned to connect with children and help them stay on track – and get back on track – to graduate. Corps members make a difference in the lives of children and transform schools and neighborhoods across the United States and in South Africa.

CATA's Clean Commute Options is a FREE program avaialable to all those commuting into, or within, the GReater Lansing Region-including those traveling from other cities, into Lansing. We can help find you carpool or vanpool matches, as well as include information on bus, bike, and walking routes. Visit us online today to sign up or learn more!

Founded in 1972 in response to massive deinstitutionalization of pyschiatric institutions, C4 offers outpatient mental health services, substance use treatment, parenting education, and services for individuals who have experienced sexual assualt. Services offered at five North Side facilities reach 8,500 children and adults every year. Newly introduced Mental Health First Aid training provides non-professionals with skills to respond to psychiatric crises.

The Community Media Workshop works with over 2,500 nonprofits a year providing communications training and resources to help get their stories out. We also work with local journalists and provide them with community tips and help identify news sources from Chicago's nonprofit sector.

Students in Temporary Living Situations (STLS) is a program within Chicago Public Schools created to ensure that homeless students receive academic support and access to education, including transportation and tutoring. STLS also offers Chicago HOPES, a shelter-based after school tutoring program in 24 family shelters across the city.

Extend opportunities for DePaul to collaborate with the Chicago community to alleviate poverty, promote social justice and address critical urban problems through teaching, service and scholarship.

The Elgin Children's Chorus cultivates musical, artistic, and emotional growth.Our choristers are girls and boys (with unchanged voices) from 7 to 16 years old who share a love of singing. Our members develop music reading skills, critical listening abilities, and vocal skills. Singers also acquire team-building skills, discipline, and self-confidence. Members are from 29 cities (53 schools) throughout the Fox Valley Community. We teach life through song.

The mission of Embracing Your Future Association is to help youth, single mothers, the disadvantaged recognize and reach their fullest potential. We offer training that fosters self-esteem, healthy parenting, life skills and job readiness. Our goal is to help people overcome educational and social barriers so that they can successfully compete in the workforce and lead productive lives. We believe in preparing the whole person to embrace life’s opportunities.Our vision is to help foster a society where everyone has the skills and resources to achieve independence and provide for their basic human and family needs.

The Encore Concert Band, based in Orland Park, IL, is a community concert band offering local adult musicians the opportunity to play quality band music together, and providing musical entertainment of the highest level for local audiences.