Center for Civic Engagement

Connecting our Chicago community and North Park University

North Park University’s Center for Civic Engagement brings the energy and expertise of Chicago’s leaders, educators, and organizations directly to campus—creating real-world learning and service opportunities for students and powerful partnerships for community organizations.

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Opportunities for community organizations

We partner with community-led organizations across Chicago to support work that promotes peace, justice, and equity. The Center for Civic Engagement helps connect your organization with North Park faculty, students, and resources.

Ways we partner

Public policy engagement
Support for policy advocacy and community organizing at the city, state, and federal levels to promote equity and systemic change.

Community development hub
Collaboration on urban planning and economic development initiatives rooted in social justice.

Program evaluation and grant writing support
Helping organizations grow through access to data, impact measurement, and grant writing expertise.

Community assets cohorts
Cohort-based professional development in financial and organizational management for religious leaders—building capacity for sustainable, impactful ministries and nonprofits.

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