By joining NetUP Chicago, you become part of a mission to uplift Chicago’s Black community through financial education, helping individuals and families gain the tools and knowledge needed to achieve financial independence and long-term wealth.
Experience the satisfaction of providing mentor-led guidance that creates lasting change. Whether as a mentor, volunteer, or supporter, your efforts will directly contribute to closing the racial wealth gap and fostering self-reliance within underserved communities.
NetUP Chicago offers opportunities to actively participate in program development, community outreach, and philanthropy. You’ll join a collective movement dedicated to transforming lives, strengthening communities, and addressing the systemic economic inequalities that exist today.
Partnership Opportunity: Fund and sponsor financial literacy programs for employees and the wider community. Offer resources or in-kind support (venues, materials) for workshops and events. Create mentorship programs where employees volunteer their time to mentor participants.
Foundations and philanthropists can contribute by funding operations, creating grant programs to support specific initiatives, and backing innovative projects like digital education platforms or curriculum development.
Educational institutions can co-develop practical financial curriculums, provide research on the effectiveness of financial education, and host events that build financial awareness within the community.
Nonprofits can work with NetUP to expand outreach, provide holistic support services, and co-host workshops to strengthen the impact on underserved communities.