What We Do

The purpose of the community center is to provide a variety services to families and youth in the northwest side of Chicago in order to build on individual, family and community strengths and develop the individuals' and families' capacity to thrive. We provide a safe, fun, enriching environment for children ages 5-14 in the Hermosa, Humboldt Park, and Austin neighborhoods of Chicago in after school and summer programs.

Education

We provide a weekly After-School Program for ages 8-14, Monday-Thursday. The program includes cooking classes, soccer lessons with Intentional Sports, homework help, and Social and Emotional Support for kids.
 

health

We host vaccination events to help educate our community on COVID-19 and provide free vaccines for ages 5+.

Advocacy

Domestic Violence Transitional Housing Shelter

We offer group and individual counseling through partnering agencies, and we provide confidential and free services to victims of domestic violence.

resources

We serve families within our community with food every week, and we host an annual Christmas Store allowing parents to shop for gifts for their children.