(ONE) Building a successful multi-ethnic, mixed-economic community on the northeast side of Chicago, in the neighborhoods of Uptown, Edgewater, Rogers Park and Ravenswood.

ONE's mission is to build and sustain a successful mixed economic, multi-ethnic community on the north lakefront of Chicago.

Throughout its history, ONE has been successful at building relationships between the diverse groups on the north side and at helping those coalitions successfully advocate for resources to serve the whole community.


In 2001, ONE’s work was recognized by the Woods, Weiboldt, New Prospects, and The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation as they named the organization Community Organization of the Year.


Today ONE has over 80 diverse institutional members. These include congregations, ethnic associations, businesses, and non-profits. ONE is a United Way agency and does not seek nor receive any governmental funding.
  Last updated 11/25/07