Advancing Inclusive sustainable Development anchored in Manufacturing.

The current paradigm for development is failing most of our communities – MR believes that a “high road,” inclusive manufacturing ecosystem is fundamental for healthy individuals, families, and communities.

Manufacturing Renaissance (MR) is a Chicago-based not-for-profit organization, founded in 1982 in effort to address the wide scale loss of manufacturing jobs and its impact on communities.

MR envisions our programs will contribute to the tangible increases in racial equity, economic and social inclusion in our communities.

What we Do:

MR works with manufacturers, youth, schools, social services, labor and communities to grow inclusive manufacturing ecosystems that can build thriving communities. Currently we operate several initiatives across two program areas: Career Pathway Services and Manufacturing Ecosystem Services.

Manufacturing Ecosystem Services

Chicagoland Manufacturing Renaissance Council

Expand the coalitions, technical assistance supports and policies that support manufacturing-related programs to advance scalable, sustainable development. The primary program activity is through the Chicagoland Manufacturing Renaissance Council (CMRC) network. The CMRC is a network of organizations and individuals who are advocates for policies and programs related to expanding inclusive manufacturing in our region. Join us!

Career Pathway Services

Manufacturing Connect & Young Manufacturers Association

Training, job placements and supports for youth and young adults. Manufacturing Connect (MC) serves in-school youth, ages 14-18, and the Young Manufacturers Association (YMA) serves young adults, ages 18-29.

Let our numbers speak:

NIMS industry credentials earned by participants

Work-experiences (job shadow, internships, summer jobs) completed by participants

$ 0 M

Raised by MR to expand manufacturing training opportunities in Chicago

Manufacturing employers who have participated in programming

STRATEGIC PARTNERS & Funders

Our work is possible thanks to our collaborators and funders

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