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Giving Back

  • Unlocking Corporate Philanthropy

    William Blair hosted a panel discussion with corporate philanthropy leaders, during which they shared the successful strategies behind their companies' philanthropic efforts and how nonprofits can best engage with corporations.

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  • William Blair Baltimore Wealth Management Team Investing in the Success of Students

    See how the Baltimore Wealth Management Team is partnering with Global Community Partner Bridges to invest in students’ futures long-term.

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  • YWCA Breedlove Accelerator Program Motivating a Socially Conscious Consumer

    Entrepreneur and founder-owner Javon Nicholas is expanding her culinary skills and business to make food dreams become a reality.

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  • Accelerating the Pace of Clinical and Community Excellence: Rush University System for Health

    In a city long renowned for excellence in the arts, architecture, and medical education and clinical care, the Rush University System for Health (RUSH) network of academic medical center and ambulatory care facilities, its affiliated University, and community engagement programs has made it a holistic center of excellence. This client profile highlights this impressive institution from three unique William Blair perspectives.

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  • Empowering Youth Through Art to Carry On the Legacy of Anne Frank

    For the 10th year, William Blair was honored to sponsor the annual Anne Frank art competition in Frankfurt featuring young filmmakers from across Germany.

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  • William Blair Hosts STEM Learning Event for Girls in Celebration of Women’s History Month

    Thirty girls learned about 3D printing during an event led by nonprofit MakerGirl and sponsored by William Blair’s Women’s Alliance and Women in Technology groups.

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  • Rock ‘n’ Roll Inspires Philanthropy

    William Blair client Dr. Jeff Heddles shares his journey as a focal donor to help find a cure for a rare childhood disease.

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  • Spreading Warmth Around the World

    Colleagues teamed up with nonprofits around the world during the holiday season to help those in need.

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  • Catalyzing Communities Through Engagement and Sustainable Initiatives

    William Blair colleagues are stepping up their community involvement with nonprofits dedicated to creating a healthier, more sustainable world.

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  • Community Leaders Recognize William Blair’s Civic Engagement

    The Center on Halsted, the Merit School of Music, and the Chicago History Museum recognized William Blair as a valued partner at their annual galas held this spring.

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  • Alan Handley Is Disrupting the Waste Industry

    As CEO of a Midwest recycling company, Handley is leading its expansion through sustainable operations that are driving revenue while reducing landfill.

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    The Rising Wealth of Women: A Boost for Impact Investing and Philanthropy

    A shift in financial power positions women to make meaningful societal change through investments.

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    YWCA Kicks Off 2022 Business Accelerator Program to Empower Black Women Entrepreneurs

    William Blair community partner launches its second cohort of its Breedlove Entrepreneurship Center to empower women-of-color business owners.

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    Bronx Science Alum Stanley Manne Invests in Next Generation

    Manne presents the largest gift ever to the school for a state-of-the-art scientifc research center.

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    William Blair Expands Its Global Community Partners Program

    The firm announces 22 new partners for the 2022/23 program.

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    Philanthropy in the Age of Constant Disruption

    Report on trends reshaping philanthropic giving now available.

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  • Greenwood Project on the Nasdaq jumbotron in Times Square

    William Blair Invests in Nonprofits to Strengthen Financial Services Industry and Communities

    Nonprofit Greenwood Project introduces Black and Latinx students to careers in financial services.

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  • Marian Singer, CEO and co-founder of Wellntel, a Clean Energy Trust portfolio company, and Erik Birkerts, CEO of the Clean Energy Trust

    Erik Birkerts, CEO of Clean Energy Trust, Helps Climate Innovators Bring Ideas to Market

    Working on solutions to fight climate change, creating a zero-carbon future.

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  • The University of Chicago Medicine campus

    Justin Ullman—Changing the World Bit by Bit

    Tech entrepreneur leads University of Chicago Cancer Research Board.

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  • A worker stacking boxes next to a Greater Chicago Food Depository truck

    William Blair Teams With Food Banks as COVID Hunger Surges

    Serving food banks in the 16 communities worldwide where our offices are located.

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  • Children from the Chicago Children's Choir singing

    Creating Harmony Virtually: Chicago Children’s Choir

    Lifting spirits and working together to cope with COVID-19.

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  • Golden Apple volunteer and student

    Golden Apple Stepping Up for Teachers

    Committed to evolving its teacher programs to meet students’ needs.

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  • Greater Chicago Food Depository

    Engaging in Our Communities

    Responding to those hurt most by coronavirus.

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