The Chicago Community Trust
Christine Munteanu currently serves as the Affinity Funds Manager at The Chicago Community Trust, a position held since June 2022. Prior experience includes working at Northwestern University as the Assistant Director of Multicultural Student Affairs from June 2016 to June 2022, and various roles at the Japanese American Citizens League from 2009 to 2016, including Assistant Program Director, Ford Program Coordinator, and Ford Program Fellow. Additional experience includes a program and evaluation internship at the Illinois Caucus for Adolescent Health and an internship with the Impact Fellows Program at Asian Americans Advancing Justice--Chicago. Christine began a career as a Program Leader at City Year from 2008 to 2009. Educational qualifications include a Master of Education in Youth Development from the University of Illinois Chicago (2012-2014) and a Bachelor of Arts in Neuroscience & Behavior from Wesleyan University (2004-2008).
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.