Chance The Rapper Announces Chicago Funding Challenge

The rapper is part of an initiative to positively impact Chicago’s youth.

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On Wednesday, Chance the Rapper announced, alongside Liz Dozier, his support of Chicago Beyond’s funding challenge which has set goals to transform the lives of Chicago’s youth. Chance’s support of Chicago Beyond follows a series of philanthropy that earned him BET’s Humanitarian Award and even a call to run for government office.

The Go Innovate Challenge is welcoming 90-second video pitching ideas — from non-profits only — that address issues facing young Chicagoans. For more information and to submit your ideas, visit the Chicago Beyond website or watch Chance’s announcement of the challenge.

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