About Our Funders

Financial support for Chicago Wilderness comes from diverse sources, including its member organizations, the corporate council, as well as local, state, and federal agencies, private foundations, corporations, and individuals. We are deeply grateful for the support we receive to help us meet our goals.

Current Funders

US Fish & Wildlife Service, USDA Forest Service, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources' C2000 program, Chicago Wilderness Corporate Council, Chicago Wilderness member organizations, the Hamil Family Foundation, the Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Aveda, Alphawood Foundation, Binky Foundation, BP America, and Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI)

Past Funders

Boeing Corporation, Chicago Community Trust, Grand Victoria Foundation, and the MacArthur Foundation

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