20 CYC Youth Head to College!
/Congratulations to the 20 CYC-ABC Polk Bros. Youth Center members who are heading off to college this fall! We are so proud of you and wish you the best!
Read MoreCYC Leads College to Career Scavenger Hunt
/On Wednesday, July 30, 20 children from Chicago Youth Centers (CYC) participated in a College to Career Scavenger Hunt led by CYC staff. The event kicked off at United Airlines with a tour and concluded at CareerBuilder headquarters. LEARN MORE
Read MoreTravelers Safari Adventure Day: A "Roaring" Good Time
/On Wednesday, July 23, Travelers Insurance's New to Industry Team partnered with Chicago Youth Centers on a carnival event for more than 150 children ages 3-5. Held at CYC's Elliott Donnelley Youth Center in Bronzeville, our Head Start children were led through ten safari-themed stations with help from more than 40 volunteers. LEARN MORE
Read MoreThank you, Hillshire Brands Foundation!
/Chicago Youth Centers (CYC) recently received a $25,000 grant from the Hillshire Brands Foundation to support its 21st Century Learning and Healthy Living Program. LEARN MORE
Read MoreCYC - Fellowship House hosts 10th Annual White Sox Event
/Congratulations to CYC - Fellowship House on their successful 10th Annual White Sox fundraising event. 250 parents, kids, and community members joined Fellowship House's local Advisory Board for this sold out event featuring a tailgate party with a mexican buffet, a Sox win, and best of all, fireworks. Thank you to all attendees - the funds raised at the event will support more than 200 children and families this year!
Read MoreTransforming our Communities: One Paintbrush at a Time
/Look everyone, CYC - Centro Nuestro in Humboldt Park has a beautiful new playground fence. A huge "thank you" goes out to one of our Head Start parents for donating his time and painting skills. Let the summer fun begin!
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