Chicagoan Maggie Baczkowski decided in 2014 to do her part to end gun violence in the city she calls home.

Baczkowski created Strides for Peace, a nonprofit organization that provides funds to existing organizations in Chicago dedicated to ending gun violence.

The Chronicle spoke with Baczkowski about founding Strides for Peace,  its annual Race Against Gun Violence event and her hopes for Chicago, guidance and the impact it has on the community.

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Notable Native: Maggie Baczkowski

October 15, 2018