Dear Friend of Social Change & the Arts,

This year, something remarkable happened: Collaboraction was honored by Modern Luxury among Chicago’s leading philanthropies, recognized for using theatre and storytelling to spark real dialogue — and real change — across our city.

That recognition is not just ours to celebrate; it belongs to you — every artist, supporter, donor, audience‑member, and storyteller who believes in the power of art to heal, connect, and transform.

For Giving Tuesday and the close of the year, we invite you to be part of the next chapter.

This Moment Matters

Because our work is essential. Through our unique KEDA framework (Knowledge → Empathy → Dialogue → Action), Collaboraction gives voice to communities often silenced, and turns stories of hardship into calls for justice and healing.
Because recognition such as the Modern Luxury Philanthropy Award highlights that now is the time to expand — to reach more neighborhoods, uplift more unheard voices, and deepen our impact.
Because art that moves us must also be sustained. Every donation helps keep our stages alive — from pay-equity-centered youth‑activist ensemble programs like The Light, and The Luminaries, to bold social‑justice theatre, digital media, and community dialogue.

Take Action — Right Now

If you believe in a Chicago where everyone belongs, where stories bridge divides, and art inspires real change — please consider supporting us this Giving Tuesday:

Make a one‑time gift or become a monthly sustaining donor through our secure donation page: givebutter.com/IDIDSOMETHING
Give in honor of a friend or loved one — share the gift of belonging.
Match your gift — challenge a friend to double the impact together.
Share our story — forward this message, post on social media, or invite someone to a show. Even without a donation, your voice expands our reach.

❤️ Your Impact

Your generosity will help us:

Expand youth arts‑activism programs that empower the next generation of changemakers. We are funding the future!
Create original theatre and digital content that confronts urgent social issues — from racial injustice to mental health, inequality to hope — all grounded in community voices.
Expand our House of Belonging: a safe, inclusive hub where artists, activists, and neighbors can gather, share, heal, and organize.

Join Us

Being named among Chicago’s top philanthropies reaffirmed something we’ve always known: when a community tells its own story, minds shift, hearts open, and systems begin to change. Now, more than ever, we need your partnership.

Consider this your seat at the next table. With you, we’ll keep lifting voices, embracing empathy, and transforming lives.

Donate today: givebutter.com/IDIDSOMETHING

With gratitude and hope,
The Collaboraction Family

Annual Giving Campaign