Chicago, United States
Elevated Chicago ETOD is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting racial equity, prosperity, and resiliency in Chicago communities through equitable transit-oriented development (ETOD). The organization works in collaboration with a diverse group of nonprofit, public, and private organizations to transform the areas within a ½-mile radius of transit stations into hubs for climate resiliency, health, and culture, guided by principles of adaptability, impact, inclusion, innovation, and transparency.
Since its establishment in 2017, Elevated Chicago has widened its footprint from seven initial eHubs to nearly two dozen Elevated Chicago Plus communities. The organization has significantly contributed to the development of the City of Chicago's first ETOD Policy Plan and has aided in awarding grants for 11 demonstration projects aligning with this policy. Elevated Chicago has also launched programs like the Equitable Development Ambassadors, the J.E.D.I. (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) cohort with the Metropolitan Planning Council, and an annual symposium, empowering more individuals with awareness and support for ETOD.
The latest milestone for Elevated Chicago came on 05 December 2023 with a substantial $250.00K grant investment from the MetLife Foundation. This investment signifies a robust endorsement of the organization's mission and approach, and it further emphasizes the commitment to utilizing ETOD as a pivotal tool for Chicago's recovery from the challenges of 2020.
