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2024 Community Benefits Report

Explore our detailed reports to learn how Northwestern University is making a difference in Evanston.

city graphic illustrationDowntown Evanston Revitalization
$250,000 per year for 15 years towards the revitalization of downtown Evanston, including programs such as the “clean team.”

Illustration of a graduation capEvanston High School Student Access to Northwestern
$2 million per year for 15 years for financial aid to support Evanston high school students attending Northwestern.

illustration of three people high fivingEvanston Nonprofit Contributions
$1 million per year for 15 years to support Evanston-based nonprofit organizations, community groups, faith-based institutions, and schools.

local-workforce100x100.webpEvanston Workforce Development

$500,000 per year for 15 years to strengthen Evanston’s workforce development ecosystem through strategic partnerships that expand career awareness, training, barrier reduction, and job placement.

graphic of city inside a gearGood Neighbor Fund Contribution
$3 million per year for 15 years to the Good Neighbor Fund to support projects and programs of mutual interest to both the City and Northwestern. 

arrow in a targetGuaranteed Income Program Support
Partner with the City of Evanston to assist with fundraising efforts for the Guaranteed Income Program.

three people around a graduation capInternship Program at the City of Evanston
Coordinate with the City to establish an internship program at the City for Northwestern students.

three people holding onto arrow pointing upJoint Development Projects with the City of Evanston
Partner with the City of Evanston on joint development projects to address community needs and leverage University resources.

graphic with flag and gearMarketing & Advertising Support for Local Business
In partnership with the Kellogg School of Management, provide marketing and advertising support during the period of construction to help local businesses thrive.

racial-equity100x100.webpANCHOR Grant Program
Northwestern has committed to an annual investment of $500,000 to support collaborative projects between Northwestern faculty, staff, students, and community-based organizations that work to improve the quality of life for populations facing longstanding social, economic, or structural barriers.