The Calumet Collaborative catalyzes innovative partnerships between Illinois and Indiana community, government, business and nonprofit stakeholders to advance a thriving Calumet region. Spanning southeast Chicago, south Cook County and northwest Indiana, the bi-state Calumet region boasts proud and diverse communities, important natural ecosystems, and a powerful industrial heritage. As the region builds on these assets toward a vibrant future for people, wildlife and businesses, the Calumet Collaborative is fostering a new level of collaboration in sustainable development.

​Focus Areas & Initiatives

The Calumet Collaborative is focused on Economic Opportunity to advance a world-class, inclusive economy that builds on the Calumet region’s industrial heritage, while cultivating innovation and resource efficiency; Livable Communities to support places and identify opportunities that connect people to where they live, work and play; Culture & Heritage
to celebrate the Calumet region’s proud heritage and elevate its vibrant cultural scene; and Environment to restore, protect and connect natural areas and improve the quality of land, air and water.