Franklin Golden is the charitable arm of IMPACT, providing a philanthropic pathway for businesses, foundations, and community partners to invest in the development of youth and emerging professionals.
Through charitable contributions, Franklin Golden helps fund college and career workforce readiness training, professional development scholarships, and conference scholarships that give participants access to programs and experiences they may not otherwise be able to afford. Franklin Golden is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and charitable contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
Who it serves: Youth and emerging professionals who can benefit from college and career readiness, professional development, networking, and leadership opportunities.
We greatly appreciate the support of our local businesses. Their generous support of Franklin-Golden helps us make a meaningful difference in the lives of Chicago Southland youth and emerging professionals.
Our valued supporters include:
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Culver’s Restaurant
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Georgelyn Hicks State Farm
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BankFinancial
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Midland States Bank
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Macy’s
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The BeSpoke Group
Thank you for investing in our community and helping support the development of youth and emerging professionals througout the Southland.
Franklin-Golden invests in students and emerging professionals by providing scholarships that support post-secondary education, career readiness, and workforce development. To date, more than $25,000 in scholarship funding has been awarded and paid directly to colleges on behalf of recipients.