Ways to promote advocacy through participation, volunteering, and donations.

Trains Chicagoans on how to tell their stories to the media, and fosters awareness among journalists of the importance of these stories.

Gallery of local photographers' work, and their respective artistic statements.

Do you need to find the right person to work with your board, develop a funding strategy, or help with conflict resolution? You will find those people and more in this section of the CALRC site.

Lumity integrates the financial management expertise of the former Nonprofit Financial Center with its historical strength in information technology tools.

The Men's Art Forum provides revitalizing creative experiences. The MAF is a safe place to play, where men can express themselves and give form to their creative spirit in any medium. Membership is comprised of artists and non-artists.

An umbrella site for all aspects of the production community (pre/post production, photographers, talent, etc.) servicing the Midwest.

Supports, promotes and advocates for the city's theater industry. Provides info on program services, local auditions, writing entries, job opportunities and a listing of members.

Biweekly entertainment trade paper geared towards Chicago actors. Online subscription to local casting and job opportunities, as well as classified listings of private coaches/studios in the performing arts. Free copies with audition listings are available throughout the city.

Meetup.com is a free online service to assist people find others who share their interest or cause, and form local community groups that regularly meet face-to-face. Some groups in Chicago include graphic designers, political activists and independant business owners.