Support the Chicago Reader

The Chicago Reader is a unique and vital free nonprofit newspaper in Chicago, both in print and online. Your support of the Chicago Reader allows us to provide access to: 

  • Chicago’s most comprehensive arts and culture reporting, reviews and news
  • Longform pieces that document unique stories small and large from every corner of Chicago
  • Thoughtful coverage of civic issues, including government and elections


For additional information on giving, contact us at [email protected] or at:


Reader Institute for Community Journalism 

2930 S. Michigan Ave., Suite 102

Chicago, IL 60616




The Reader Institute for Community Journalism is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 84-3670420). Donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.