Chicago CRED believes that the individuals who are most at risk of gun violence are not the problem – they are the solution. Their mission is to achieve a reduction in gun violence in Chicago. They do this by focusing on individuals who are at the highest risk of shooting or being shot and providing a holistic and comprehensive range of support services, including trauma care, cognitive behavioral interventions, mentorship, and transitional jobs.
Chicago Beyond amplifies the impact of solutions driven by those closest to the issues. We aim to notice, relate, and work differently, both as a funder and as a partner to those we invest in. By consistently applying these practices, we recenter humanity in philanthropy and all that we do.