Cara HappeningsOur Community“I am a testament to the power of Cara…”Posted on April 10, 2026 For those of you who don’t know me, my name is Jesse! As I prepare... See More
Cara HappeningsOur CommunitySusan Dunseth Named Managing Director of Cara PlusPosted on March 20, 2026 Cara Collective is pleased to announce that Susan Dunseth has joined our team as the... See More
Cara HappeningsOur CD One Clothing Drive is Back!Posted on March 13, 2026 NOTE: Our 2026 CD One Clothing Drive has ended. Thank you to everyone who contributed.... See More
Cara HappeningsRead Our 2025 Annual ReportPosted on January 13, 2026 It is an honor to share our 2025 Annual Report with you. This report is... See More
Cara HappeningsJ. Todd Phillips Named Interim CEOPosted on December 9, 2025 Cara Collective is pleased to announce that J. Todd Phillips will serve as Interim CEO,... See More
Cara HappeningsA Special Update from Cara CollectivePosted on October 14, 2025 At Cara Collective, we have always believed in the power of transformation—of individuals, of communities,... See More
Cara HappeningsCara Collective is Partnering with the YardPosted on September 13, 2025 The Yard, a leader in boutique coworking and private office spaces, will celebrate the grand... See More
Cara HappeningsOur CommunityMeet our new Associate Board membersPosted on March 7, 2025 Meet the sixteen newest members of Cara Collective’s Associate Board – emerging Chicago professionals eager... See More
Cara HappeningsMayor Johnson Announces $30 Million in Community Development Grant AwardsPosted on January 22, 2025 City funding will support 14 projects that will invest more than $148 million across Chicago... See More
Cara HappeningsOur CommunityMeet Our 2024 Gala Co-ChairsPosted on March 13, 2024 The 9th Annual Cara Gala presented by The Gidwitz Family returns on Friday, May 17.... See More