Building Futures,
One Community at a Time

Chicago Youth Centers empowers young people across the city with after-school programs, mentorship, and safe spaces where every child can thrive.

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10,000+Youth Served Annually
8Community Centers
100+Programs Offered
88%Graduation Rate
65+Years of Impact
500+Volunteers
10,000+Youth Served Annually
8Community Centers
100+Programs Offered
88%Graduation Rate
65+Years of Impact
500+Volunteers

Our Programs

Comprehensive programming designed to meet young people where they are and take them where they want to go.

After-School Enrichment

Academic support, arts, and recreation in safe spaces across Chicago neighborhoods every day after school.

Teen Leadership

Building the next generation of leaders through mentorship, civic engagement, and workforce development.

Summer Camp

Full-day summer programming that keeps kids active, learning, and connected to their community.

Early Childhood

Kindergarten-readiness programs that give the youngest learners a strong start.

Our Locations

Serving neighborhoods across Chicago's South and West sides.

Calumet Center

Roseland

Pedersen-McCormick Center

Logan Square

Wilson Center

Austin

King Center

Bronzeville

Elliott-Donnelley Center

Bronzeville

Latham Center

North Lawndale