SBB Research Group Foundation Names October 2023 Grant Finalists: Chicago Center for Urban Life and Culture, Linking Efforts Against Drugs, Salaam Community Wellness Center


CHICAGO, Dec. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The SBB Research Group Foundation recognizes three Chicago-area charities as the October 2023 finalists of its monthly grant program supporting impactful nonprofits (in alphabetical order):

  • Chicago Center for Urban Life and Culture (Chicago, IL) provides immersive, accredited internships and a unique academic approach that cultivates self-awareness and equips students for success in a diverse workforce. They aim to create a community of thoughtful leaders dedicated to positive global impact through lifelong learning and community engagement.
  • Linking Efforts Against Drugs (LEAD) (Lake Forest, IL) aims to promote wellness, prevent substance abuse, and nurture healthy relationships through education and community collaboration. Their values include effective solutions, long-term impact consideration, respect for all, and collective efforts for positive change.
  • Salaam Community Wellness Center (Chicago, IL) empowers and uplifts communities by enhancing health, wellness, education, and economic development, fostering overall well-being.

The Foundation encourages any 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization to apply for a grant at sbbrg.org/apply-for-grant. Donations are awarded to different organizations monthly.

About the SBB Research Group Foundation

The SBB Research Group Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that furthers the philanthropic mission of SBB Research Group LLC (SBBRG), a Chicago-based investment management firm led by Sam Barnett, Ph.D., and Matt Aven. The Foundation provides grants to support ambitious organizations solving unmet needs with thoughtful, long-term strategies. In addition, the Foundation sponsors the SBBRG STEM Scholarship, which supports students pursuing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics degrees.

Contact: Erin Noonan
Organization: The SBB Research Group Foundation
Email: Enoonan@sbbrg.com
Phone: 1-847-656-1111
Website: https://www.sbbrg.org/apply-for-grant