Depaul University, Irwin W. Steans Center for Community-Based Service Learning and Community Service Studies

Established through a $5 million challenge grant from philanthropist, banker, and DePaul trustee Harrison I. Steans, the Center helps students develop a lifelong commitment to service, civic engagement, and leadership. Since the Center was established, more than 7,000 DePaul students have participated in direct service delivery, project development, technical assistance, and community research as part of their academic coursework, benefiting nearly 100 community organizations.