Giving Back
William Blair Hosts STEM Learning Event for Girls in Celebration of Women’s History Month
Thirty girls learned about 3D printing during an event led by nonprofit MakerGirl and sponsored by William Blair’s Women’s Alliance and Women in Technology groups.
Read moreRock ‘n’ Roll Inspires Philanthropy
William Blair client Dr. Jeff Heddles shares his journey as a focal donor to help find a cure for a rare childhood disease.
Read moreSpreading Warmth Around the World
Colleagues teamed up with nonprofits around the world during the holiday season to help those in need.
Read moreCatalyzing Communities Through Engagement and Sustainable Initiatives
William Blair colleagues are stepping up their community involvement with nonprofits dedicated to creating a healthier, more sustainable world.
Read moreCommunity Leaders Recognize William Blair’s Civic Engagement
The Center on Halsted, the Merit School of Music, and the Chicago History Museum recognized William Blair as a valued partner at their annual galas held this spring.
Read moreAlan Handley Is Disrupting the Waste Industry
As CEO of a Midwest recycling company, Handley is leading its expansion through sustainable operations that are driving revenue while reducing landfill.
Read moreYWCA Kicks Off 2022 Business Accelerator Program to Empower Black Women Entrepreneurs
William Blair community partner launches its second cohort of its Breedlove Entrepreneurship Center to empower women-of-color business owners.
Read moreThe Rising Wealth of Women: A Boost for Impact Investing and Philanthropy
A shift in financial power positions women to make meaningful societal change through investments.
Read moreBronx Science Alum Stanley Manne Invests in Next Generation
Manne presents the largest gift ever to the school for a state-of-the-art scientifc research center.
Read moreWilliam Blair Expands Its Global Community Partners Program
The firm announces 22 new partners for the 2022/23 program.
Read morePhilanthropy in the Age of Constant Disruption
Report on trends reshaping philanthropic giving now available.
Read moreWilliam Blair Invests in Nonprofits to Strengthen Financial Services Industry and Communities
Nonprofit Greenwood Project introduces Black and Latinx students to careers in financial services.
Read moreErik Birkerts, CEO of Clean Energy Trust, Helps Climate Innovators Bring Ideas to Market
Working on solutions to fight climate change, creating a zero-carbon future.
Read moreJustin Ullman—Changing the World Bit by Bit
Tech entrepreneur leads University of Chicago Cancer Research Board.
Read moreWilliam Blair Teams With Food Banks as COVID Hunger Surges
Serving food banks in the 16 communities worldwide where our offices are located.
Read moreCreating Harmony Virtually: Chicago Children’s Choir
Lifting spirits and working together to cope with COVID-19.
Read moreGolden Apple Stepping Up for Teachers
Committed to evolving its teacher programs to meet students’ needs.
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