Woods Fund Chicago is an independent non-profit private foundation based in Chicago, Illinois. Established in 1993, the foundation seeks to help create a society where people of all racial and ethnic groups across all levels of social and economic status are empowered and have a voice to influence policies that impact their lives and where all communities are free of poverty and racism. The assets of the foundation are managed by the board of directors.Woods Fund Chicago's investment portfolio is valued at over $68.40 million, with investments in private equity and cash.