Across Colors

3: Fundraising for Shiny New Things

Episode Summary

There is a big class divide between schools on the Southside vs. those on the Northside of Chicago. It all comes down to money — specifically private fundraising. We talk to two parents who are working to bridge the gap  and create equity.

Episode Notes

Guests

Cassandra Kaczocha is a Chicago Public Schools parent and vice president of parent advocacy group Raise Your Hand for Illinois Public Education.

Natasha Dunn is a Chicago Public Schools parent and co-founder of the Black Community Collaborative.
 

CREDITS
Host: Tanzina Vega
Producers: Maureen Kelleher and Ikhlas Saleem

Editing & Sound Design: Ikhlas Saleem 
Original Music: Ayanna Jacobs-El