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The team celebrated its community initiatives and partners alongside fans at the United Center

Through Chicago Bulls Charities (CBC) and the team’s Community Relations department, the Bulls contribute time, materials, resources and financial donations to organizations focused on gun violence prevention – the north star of its community efforts. Each year, annual grants are given to a select group of organizations through CBC and with support from the Community Assist Fund through the Robert R. McCormick Foundation.

Earlier this month, the Bulls hosted its annual Chicago Bulls Charities Night at the United Center – a celebration of the team’s community engagement efforts, CBC grant recipients and community partners that work to address Chicago’s most critical issues. Grant recipients were invited to attend and participate in CBC Night during the Bulls’ home game vs. the Washington Wizards.&nbsp;

To tip off the night, students from After School Matters,a local nonprofit that provides lifechanging afterschool and summer programming to nearly 19,000 teenagers each year, sang and signed the National Anthem. Youth from Breakthrough, a nonprofit based in East Garfield that supports those affected by poverty through six focus areas, including education and youth development, economic opportunity and violence prevention, stood alongside Bulls players during the performance.

Youth from the MAAFA Redemption Project, a faith-based residential institute for men of color that offers workforce training, spiritual development and other supports, presented the game ball as an honorary captain. &nbsp;

Participants in the “Dress and Dribble,” an in-game competition where two contestants race to get dressed in Bulls gear and make a shot on the court, were from Bright Star Community Outreach, a nonprofit focused on uplifting Chicago’s most vulnerable neighborhoods through community development initiatives and programming, enabling them to thrive with support from various community stakeholders.

Fans also enjoyed a special halftime performance by youth from Forward Momentum through After School Matters. A Chicago-based nonprofit, Forward Momentum offers dance education programs to strengthen schools and communities with limited access to art and art education. Giving back to communities in need across Chicago is a longstanding priority of the Reinsdorf family and therefore embedded into the culture of the Bulls organization. Our community work would not be possible without the generous contributions of our corporate partners, season ticket holders, fans and fundraising programs. To learn more about our efforts, follow the Bulls Community Instagram and Twitter accounts @bullscommunity.

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Bulls Host Annual Chicago Bulls Charities Night

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In line with the mission of Chicago Bulls Charities, throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath the Bulls have committed to directing time, materials, resources and financial donations to reach families in need across Chicagoland. To continue those efforts, the Bulls will provide donations to four local non-profits demonstrating innovative future-focused approaches to address long-term effects of the pandemic including learning loss, community violence and mental health.

As an initial round of support, in April the Bulls made donations to the Chicago Community COVID-19 Response Fund and Greater Chicago Food Depository to help address immediate needs across the city. In August, the team made a second round of donations to eight local non-profits focused on serving communities being disproportionately affected by COVID-19 and racial injustice, including I Grow Chicago, My Block My Hood My City, Lawndale Christian Health Center, Breakthrough Urban Ministries, Kids off the Block, Black Girls Break Bread, Dovetail Project and Humble Hearts.

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Bulls Continue COVID-19 Relief Efforts with Third Round of Select Community Partner Donations

Through Chicago Bulls Charities and Chicago Bulls Community Assist Fund, A McCormick Foundation Fund, the Bulls awarded financial grants to 28 local non-profit organizations on Monday, Dec. 10. The 2018 grant recipients were honored on court as the Bulls faced the Sacramento Kings at the United Center. This year, for the first time, Bulls employees were invited to nominate a charity for consideration. Four employee-directed grants were awarded to deserving non-profits in the area.

The Bulls provide annual financial support to Chicagoland non-profit organizations in the areas of youth education, youth health and wellness, violence prevention, and military and first responder support.

Please find a full list of the 2018 Chicago Bulls Charities grant recipients below:

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Chicago Bulls Charities Awards Grants to 28 Chicagoland Non-Profits

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The Bulls square off against fans in ping pong for Chicago Bulls Charities

On November 30, the Chicago Bulls announced the 17 Chicagoland nonprofit organizations that will receive grants for the 2016-17 season from Chicago Bulls Charities and through the Chicago Bulls Community Assist Fund. The grants were awarded to organizations that support underserved Chicagoans and share the Bulls’ commitment to youth education, youth health and wellness, violence prevention, and military and first responder support.

Seven grants were made by Chicago Bulls Charities and 11 grants were made through the Chicago Bulls Community Assist Fund, a McCormick Foundation Fund. The Chicago Bulls Community Assist Fund, established in 2009, is supported with major funding from Chicago Bulls Charities, which is matched at 50% by the Robert R. McCormick Foundation.

The team expanded its giving footprint this season by adding two grantees that are based in the Northwest Suburbs: The Bridge Youth &amp; Family Services and Clearbrook. The expanded footprint reflects the team’s commitment to giving back in the community surrounding the Bulls’ new NBA Development League team, the Windy City Bulls.

The nonprofit organizations receiving grants were honored during an on-court ceremony on Wednesday, November 30, when the Bulls hosted the Los Angeles Lakers. Chicago Bulls President and COO Michael Reinsdorf, Chicago Bulls Charities President Nancy Reinsdorf, Chicago Bulls Charities Vice President Leslie Forman and representatives from the McCormick Foundation were in attendance to recognize these organizations.

“Our 2016-17 grantees are leaders in our philanthropic community, providing essential services to local children and families,” said Nancy Reinsdorf, President of Chicago Bulls Charities. “These organizations are addressing some of the most pressing needs in the Chicagoland area through innovative programs that demonstrate proven results. Chicago Bulls Charities is proud to support their efforts.”

“We know that the Chicago Bulls believe in creating communities that thrive,” said David Hiller, President and CEO of the Robert R. McCormick Foundation. “Together, we are investing in great front-line programs that provide vital services to children, adults, and families. We are incredibly proud to support these efforts, knowing that they help build stronger communities.”

Grants were awarded to the following organizations through the Chicago Bulls Community Assist Fund, a McCormick Foundation Fund:

Chicago Bulls Charities awarded grants to the following organizations:

This season’s grants build on the team’s long history of providing financial and in-kind support to local organizations. Chicago Bulls Charities works closely with the entire Bulls basketball family to address community concerns and find ways for the Bulls to make a positive impact on the lives of those in need.

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Bulls announce 2016-17 grant recipients

On Monday, November 30, the Chicago Bulls celebrated the 15 Chicagoland nonprofit organizations that will receive grants for the 2015-16 season. The nonprofit organizations will receive grants from Chicago Bulls Charities and through the Chicago Bulls Community Assist Fund. The grants were awarded to organizations that support underserved Chicagoans and share the Bulls’ commitment to youth education, youth health and wellness, and violence prevention.

Four grants were made by Chicago Bulls Charities and 11 grants were made through the Chicago Bulls Community Assist Fund, a McCormick Foundation Fund. The Chicago Bulls Community Assist Fund, established in 2009, is supported with major funding from Chicago Bulls Charities, which is matched at 50% by the Robert R. McCormick Foundation.

The nonprofit organizations receiving grants were honored during an on-court ceremony on Monday, November 30, when the Bulls hosted the San Antonio Spurs. Chicago Bulls President and COO Michael Reinsdorf, Chicago Bulls Charities President Nancy Reinsdorf, Chicago Bulls Charities Vice President Leslie Forman and representatives from the McCormick Foundation were in attendance to recognize these organizations.

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Chicago Bulls celebrate 2015-16 grant recipients

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