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Just Released: Our Impact
We believe that every young person deserves the chance to experience art, no matter what their zip code is. As we enter a new chapter in our leadership, both our …
Leslé Honoré named Arts & Culture Co-chair for Mayor-elect’s Transition Subcommittee
CHICAGO – Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson on Thursday announced the formation of the Chicago for the People Transition Committee and 11 Subcommittees. The Transition Committee and Subcommittees will be guided by leaders …
Institutional Giving Manager/ Grant Writer
Position: Institutional Giving Manager Summary: The Institutional Giving Manager works collaboratively with the CDO, Development Manager of Individual Giving, and CEO to fulfill the mission and achieve the organization’s fundraising goals. …
Urban Gateways Announces Leslé Honoré as new CEO
CHICAGO, IL (October 26, 2022) – The Urban Gateways Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Leslé Honoré as the organization’s next Chief Executive Officer as of …
Cha Cha Cha – Southside Occupational Academy
“The performance was really engaging. The performers were able to incorporate our students and staff into the performance. The purpose of having the performance was to celebrate Hispanic Heritage month …
avery r. young, Urban Gateways Teaching Artist honored with $50,000 grant
“Surprise.” “Amazing.” “Fantastic.” “So exciting.” All are words used by some of the 10 recipients of the Field Foundation’s Leaders for a New Chicago award, announced Tuesday by the foundation, …
avery r. young honored as a 2022 Leader of a New Chicago
Left: Teaching Artist avery r. young engages young people in a Theater Residency program at St. Viator Elementary School, 2019; Center: avery r. young; Right: avery r. young accepts the …
NEA gives more than $2 million to Illinois and Chicago arts organizations
The National Endowment for the Arts has announced 52 grants to Chicago and Illinois organizations totally $2,172,510. Urban Gateways has been approved for a $20,000 Grants for Arts Projects award …
$20,000 Grant from the NEA for Street Level Media Arts
CHICAGO, IL (May 18, 2022) – The National Endowment for the Arts has announced 52 grants to Chicago and Illinois organizations totally $2,172,510. Urban Gateways has been approved for a …
Manager of Finance and Administration
Position: Manager of Finance and Administration Summary: The Manager of Finance & Administration executes the objectives set by the Chief Financial Officer in support of the organization’s mission and strategies as …