Chicago Leads
An ambitious, $50 million campaign to ensure that all of Chicago’s students
have access to strong, stable school leadership.
The Fund meets school leaders where they are, accelerates their growth, and supports them to stay in their roles.
83%
Of Chicago’s public schools served by Fund investments & programs.
519
Average number of students impacted by one Chicago principal.
$100M+
Invested by The Fund to improve Chicago’s public schools.
Invest in School Leaders
Principals have an outsized impact on their schools and communities. Any amount can make a difference. The time for bold leadership is now.
New Report
2024-25 Program Summary
This annual report provides an overview of how we have adapted our program offerings, launched new pilots, and expanded our partnerships to empower almost 400 of Chicago’s principals, aspiring principals, and principal supervisors during the 2024-25 school year.
Our Work
We invest in data-driven strategies that increase the number of strong leaders in Chicago’s public schools. Our program, policy, and partnership efforts are designed to meet leaders where they are, to accelerate their growth, and to enable their retention.
Our Values
The Fund is committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in all our work. We are a trusted partner of Chicago’s district, charter, philanthropic, and civic communities.