Program focus & areas

Dedicated to improving the lives of the people of Chicago faced with challenges rooted in the systems of inequity

We partner with effective nonprofit organizations that share our commitment to building a community in which all individuals and families have the opportunity to thrive.

The Fry Foundation funds grants in three primary areas—arts learning, education, and employment—because these sectors align with our goals of improving the quality of life for individuals and communities. These core areas address broad societal needs and foster lasting positive change, helping us move toward our vision of a Chicago that provides education, opportunity, health, and hope for all.