The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation has partnered with the Burberry Foundation to provide a total of $2.2 million in support to expand the Chicago Hive Learning Network. Hive plans to use the funding to grow its learning network, which helps Chicago area youths develop the skills they need to participate and compete in today's tech-savvy economy.

"To be successful today and in the workforce of the future, young people must be prepared to learn continually, collaborate to solve ever-changing problems, and quickly understand huge amounts of information," said MacArthur president Robert Gallucci.

Some of the Hive Network's current initiatives include FUSE, which presents hands-on learning opportunities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics; Burberry Create, a program that encourages creativity and innovation in learning experiences and Now Is the Time, a collaborative effort that incorporates various creative expressions into one conversation/demonstration against violence and misunderstanding. In all, 34 local organizations have joined with HIVE to promote these learning experiences for tomorrow's leaders.

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