The Chicago Community Trust
Chet Gray is an experienced accounting professional currently serving as a Senior Accountant at The Chicago Community Trust since February 2020, where responsibilities include managing financial reporting and tax filings for Supporting Organizations and implementing charitable giving programs. Prior to this role, Chet worked as an Accountant at the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, refining financial processes, and held various accounting positions at DeVry Education Group, Becker Professional Education, and Pella Corporation, focusing on financial analysis, accounts receivable, payroll processing, and ledger maintenance. Chet holds an MBA in Accounting from Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University and a degree from DePaul University.
The Chicago Community Trust
As our region’s community foundation, The Chicago Community Trust is a platform for change that connects philanthropy to impact. We bring together generous donors, committed organizations, and caring residents to effect lasting change that moves our entire region forward. We envision a Chicago region where equity is central and opportunity and prosperity are in reach for all. For over 100 years, forward-looking individuals and families have entrusted their philanthropic resources and visions to the Trust’s stewardship. Our expertise goes to work helping donors translate their funds and passions into innovative and impactful giving strategies. Guided by our deep community knowledge, we make grants, lead, convene, and collaborate to address the greatest and most critical needs facing the Chicago region.