100 Black Men of Chicago - Mentoring
FREE group mentoring for students in grades 6-12, Saturdays 10am-noon, September to May. Sign up on the website.
Verified 9/29/2026
Citywide Resources for Chicago Families
Hotlines and programs that serve families anywhere in Chicago, no matter which neighborhood you live in.
118 resources
826CHI
FREE creative writing workshops, after-school writing help and publishing projects for students ages 6-18 (grades 1-12).
Verified 9/29/2026
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free, confidential 24/7 call, text or chat support for anyone in emotional distress or a mental health crisis, including kids and teens. Call or text 988.
Verified 9/29/2026
Adler Planetarium
Space exhibits about planets, stars and space travel. FREE for Illinois residents on select days (remaining 2026: Oct 1, Oct 26-28, Nov 9-10, Nov 16-18).
1300 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605
Verified 9/29/2026
America SCORES Chicago
After-school soccer plus poetry and community service for kids in kindergarten through 8th grade, run at partner schools.
2150 S. Canalport Ave, Suite 3A-4, Chicago, IL 60608
Verified 9/29/2026
Art Institute of Chicago
World-famous art museum. Kids under 14 are ALWAYS free. Free evenings for Illinois residents on select Thursdays.
111 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
Verified 9/29/2026
Ascend Justice
Legal help for families facing domestic violence or DCFS/child welfare cases: orders of protection, custody, divorce and immigration. Courthouse office at 555 W. Harrison, (312) 325-9155.
177 N. State St, Suite 500, Chicago, IL 60601
Verified 9/29/2026
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago
Free one-on-one mentoring that matches kids with caring adult volunteers ("Bigs"). Parents can enroll their child.
130 S. Jefferson St, Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60661
Verified 9/29/2026
Bottom Line Chicago
Free one-on-one college application, financial aid and college success advising for first-generation, low-income students.
200 N. LaSalle St, Suite 2175, Chicago, IL 60601
Verified 9/29/2026
Cabrini Green Legal Aid
Legal help for people affected by the criminal legal system, including record sealing and expungement, which can open doors to jobs and housing.
6 S. Clark St, Chicago, IL 60603
Verified 9/29/2026
Cara Collective
FREE job readiness and placement for adults: certifications, computer and money classes, transitional jobs, bus passes and work clothes, and job matching with 50+ employers. Apply online.
237 S. Desplaines St, Chicago, IL 60661
Verified 9/29/2026
CARES Crisis Line (Youth and Adult Mental Health Crisis)
24/7 Illinois mental health crisis line for children and adults with Medicaid. Can send a mobile crisis team. Anyone can call for themselves or a family member.
Verified 9/29/2026
CARPLS Legal Aid Hotline
FREE legal advice by phone for Cook County residents: family, housing, eviction, debt, criminal record clearing and more.
Verified 9/29/2026
Catholic Charities Counseling
Counseling for adults, children and families. Call or email counselingintake@catholiccharities.net.
Verified 9/29/2026
Catholic Charities Doula Services
FREE in-home doula support for income-qualifying Chicago moms from 28 weeks pregnant until 2 weeks after birth.
Verified 9/29/2026
Catholic Charities Immigrant Services
Immigration legal help and support for immigrant and refugee families.
721 N. LaSalle St, Chicago, IL 60654
Verified 9/29/2026
Catholic Charities Resource Hub
One number for Catholic Charities help: emergency rent and utility assistance, SNAP (food stamps) sign-up help, free CityKey ID help, and domestic violence support.
721 N. LaSalle St, Chicago, IL 60654
Verified 9/29/2026
Catholic Charities St. Vincent Center Meals
Free evening community meals weekdays 5 to 6 p.m. at Catholic Charities headquarters.
721 N. LaSalle St, Chicago, IL 60654
Verified 9/29/2026
Catholic Charities Summer Youth Employment
Summer jobs program for young people.
Verified 9/29/2026
Catholic Charities WIC Grocery Centers
WIC food centers for moms, babies and kids under 5 in 11 neighborhoods (Englewood, Logan Square, Gage Park, Belmont Cragin, Roseland, Little Village, Bronzeville, Austin, South Chicago, Auburn Gresham and more).
4624 W. Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60639
Verified 9/29/2026
Catholic Charities Youth Mentoring
Mentoring program matching young people with caring adult mentors in Cook County.
Verified 9/29/2026
CHA Youth Summer Jobs
Paid summer jobs for Chicago Housing Authority residents ages 13 to 24: coding, photography, animation, sports, entrepreneurship and more.
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago 311 City Services
Call 311 for any City of Chicago service or question: emergency shelter, cooling/warming centers, rodent or trash problems, no-heat complaints and more. From outside the city: (312) 744-5000.
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Bears Youth Football Clinics
FREE youth football clinics: Monsters Flag (flag football), Monsters Tackle, and Mini Monsters (fitness and healthy eating).
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Bulls Youth Hoops
Basketball camps and clinics for ages 3 to 17, all skill levels. Email youthhoops@bulls.com.
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Challengers Baseball
Buddy baseball league for kids with physical and mental disabilities, ages 4-18 (to 22 if still in high school). About $50 summer / $20 fall; scholarships available, no family turned away.
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Children's Museum
Hands-on museum for young kids at Navy Pier. Free "Play For All" mornings for children and families with disabilities (register ahead), plus occasional Kids Free Days.
700 E. Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Cultural Center
Kids draw on the chalk wall in the Learning Lab and see art in a landmark building. Always FREE, with free tours Wed-Sat at 1:15pm.
78 E. Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Early Learning (Free Preschool)
FREE preschool and Head Start for Chicago kids from birth to 5, in every neighborhood. Apply online; the family hotline helps with applications.
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago History Museum
Chicago history museum. Illinois residents under 18 are always free, and all kids under 12 are free.
1601 N. Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Housing Authority (CHA)
Public housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) for Chicago families. Check waitlist status online. Emergency line: (312) 542-8850.
60 E. Van Buren St, Chicago, IL 60605
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities (MOPD)
City office for residents with disabilities: youth services, benefits counseling, referrals, home accessibility (HomeMod) and independent living help. Second office: 2102 W. Ogden Ave, (312) 746-5773.
121 N. LaSalle St, Room 104, Chicago, IL 60602
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Park District Learn to Swim
Swim lessons from toddlers to teens at pools across the city. The first 10-week Learn to Swim session for ages 6 to 17 is FREE with code FIRSTFREE.
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Park District Special Recreation
Sports, Special Olympics, adaptive sports and deaf/hard-of-hearing programs at 24 parks citywide. One-on-one inclusion aides are available for eligible kids in regular park programs.
4830 S. Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Park District Summer Jobs
PAID summer jobs for ages 16+: lifeguard (free certification and training), day-camp leader, special recreation leader and junior laborer. Apply online, usually in winter or spring.
4830 S. Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Park District Youth Sports
Low-cost youth sports at parks citywide: basketball, soccer, football, baseball, swimming, tennis, hockey, boxing, lacrosse, fencing, archery and more. Register online each season.
4830 S. Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Harold Washington Library Center
Chicago's main library downtown: huge children's library, YOUmedia teen space with recording studio, maker lab, computers and free programs for all ages.
400 S. State St, Chicago, IL 60605
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library - Teacher in the Library & Free Homework Help
FREE homework help from certified teachers at 47+ library branches after school, virtual help Mon-Thu 5-7pm, plus 24/7 online tutoring (Brainfuse HelpNow) with a library card.
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library Kids Museum Passport
Borrow a FREE Kids Museum Passport at any Chicago library with your library card. Gets up to 2 adults plus kids under 18 into 15 major Chicago museums free.
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Public Library Teen Summer Internships
PAID summer internships at library branches for Chicago teens 16-19 in high school or just graduated. Apply through the Chicago Youth Works portal (choose After School Matters, search "CPL").
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Run
Youth running and fitness programs in Chicago schools and communities, plus kids' races.
954 W. Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60607
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Scholars
Free multi-year mentoring, college prep, scholarship help and career support for first-generation and under-resourced high school students. Apply in junior year.
141 W. Jackson Blvd, Suite 1521, Chicago, IL 60604
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Volunteer Doulas
Free and low-cost birth and postpartum doula support, including after pregnancy loss. Focus on Black birthing people and families facing barriers. Email matching@thecvd.org.
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Volunteer Legal Services
FREE legal help from volunteer lawyers for low-income Cook County residents: custody, child support, divorce, guardianship, adoption, housing, wills and immigration.
33 N. Dearborn St, Suite 400, Chicago, IL 60602
Verified 9/29/2026
Chicago Youth Works (formerly One Summer Chicago)
Paid summer jobs for Chicago residents ages 14 to 24, about 20-25 hours a week in July. Applications usually open in March.
Verified 9/29/2026
Civil Air Patrol Cadets (Illinois Wing)
Aviation, leadership, fitness and search-and-rescue training for ages 12 to 18, about 2.5 hours a week. Use the website to find a squadron near you.
Verified 9/29/2026
CPS Child Find - Early Childhood Screening & Preschool Special Ed
FREE developmental screenings for kids birth to 5 (speech, motor, learning, hearing, vision), held monthly at Chicago Public Libraries with no appointment needed. Can lead to free preschool special education for ages 3-5.
42 W. Madison St, Chicago, IL 60602
Verified 9/29/2026
CPS Office for Students with Disabilities (formerly ODLSS) Helpline
CPS helpline for families of students with disabilities: one-on-one help with IEPs, 504 plans and questions (Mon-Thu 9am-5pm). To get your child evaluated, give the principal a signed, dated written request. The school must answer within 14 school days.
42 W. Madison St, Chicago, IL 60602
Verified 9/29/2026
CPS Students in Temporary Living Situations (STLS)
Help for CPS students without stable housing (doubled up, in a shelter, motel or car): free meals, waived school fees, supplies, tutoring and transportation. Can enroll right away without the usual papers.
42 W. Madison St, Chicago, IL 60602
Verified 9/29/2026
Cradles to Crayons Chicago
FREE diapers, clothing, coats, books and hygiene kits. Referral only: find a nearby partner agency on the website or ask your case manager.
Verified 9/29/2026
Cub Scouts (Scouting America) - Find a Pack
Cub Scouts for kids in kindergarten through 5th grade: camping, hiking, service projects and STEM, with parents involved. Enter your ZIP code at beascout.scouting.org to find a pack near you.
Verified 9/29/2026
Cubs Nike RBI
FREE baseball and softball leagues and clinics for ages 14 and under and 18 and under. Email cubsrbi@cubs.com to join.
Verified 9/29/2026
Dare2tri
Adaptive swimming, biking and running, from beginner clinics to training camps, for youth and adults with physical disabilities or visual impairments.
516 N. Ogden Ave #172, Chicago, IL 60642
Verified 9/29/2026
Easterseals Head Start Chicago
FREE Early Head Start (under 3) and Head Start (ages 3-5) for income-eligible families in Chicago and suburban Cook County. 7 hours a day, up to 12 available.
Verified 9/29/2026
Equip for Equality
Illinois' disability rights legal group. Helps families of kids with disabilities with special education (IEPs, 504 plans) and school rights. Toll-free: 800-537-2632.
20 N. Michigan Ave, Suite 300, Chicago, IL 60602
Verified 9/29/2026
Erie Family Health - Prenatal Care
Prenatal visits, ultrasounds, high-risk pregnancy care, postpartum care and breastfeeding support at clinics across Chicago. With or without insurance, regardless of immigration status.
Verified 9/29/2026
Evergreen Learning Chicago
FREE online tutoring for students in grades 4-8, plus selective enrollment test prep. Email evergreenlearningchicago@gmail.com.
Verified 9/29/2026
Family Connects Chicago
FREE nurse home visit after your baby is born, for Chicago families delivering at participating hospitals (UChicago, Rush, Mt. Sinai, Humboldt Park Health, Swedish, St. Anthony, Roseland, Stroger, Illinois Masonic, Trinity). Any income. Email fcc@cityofchicago.org.
Verified 9/29/2026
Family Focus Doula Program
FREE doula support during pregnancy plus 12 months of postpartum support, dads included. Email MyDoula@family-focus.org.
910 W. Van Buren St, Suite 400, Chicago, IL 60607
Verified 9/29/2026
Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center
FREE statewide coaching, workshops and IEP help for families working through special education.
Verified 9/29/2026
Family Resource Center on Disabilities (FRCD)
Chicago's parent training center, mostly staffed by parents of kids with disabilities. Workshops, phone help and one-on-one help with special education rights, IEPs, Early Intervention and planning for adulthood.
11 E. Adams St, Chicago, IL 60603
Verified 9/29/2026
Field Museum
Natural history museum (dinosaurs!). Free basic admission for Illinois residents every Wednesday in 2026. Check the website for current free days.
1400 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605
Verified 9/29/2026
Forest Preserves Conservation Leadership Corps
PAID 5-week summer job for ages 15-19 (in high school or just graduated): building trails, caring for trees and restoring nature. Transportation provided. Applications usually due in April.
Verified 9/29/2026
Genesys Works Chicago
For high schoolers from underserved communities: 8 weeks of IT and business training, then a PAID year-long internship at a partner company, plus college and career coaching. Apply online.
180 N. Wabash Ave, Suite 600, Chicago, IL 60601
Verified 9/29/2026
Girl Scouts - Chicago Gathering Place
Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana downtown office. Girl Scouts is for girls in kindergarten through 12th grade: outdoor adventures, STEM, leadership and the cookie program. Financial help is available.
20 S. Clark St, Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60603
Verified 9/29/2026
Girls on the Run Chicago
Running-based program for girls in 3rd to 8th grade that builds confidence and healthy habits, ending in a 5K. Offered at schools and parks across 7 counties.
306 W. Erie St, Suite 300, Chicago, IL 60654
Verified 9/29/2026
Greater Chicago Legal Clinic
Affordable legal help with everyday legal problems. 24-hour intake line.
17 N. State St, Suite 1710, Chicago, IL 60602
Verified 9/29/2026
Greencorps Chicago Youth Program
PAID 6-week summer job for ages 16-19 run by the City: bike repair, gardening, urban forestry and job-readiness skills. See "How to Apply" on the website for dates.
Verified 9/29/2026
Hockey On Your Block (Chicago Youth Foundation)
FREE hockey for girls and boys 5 to 14: ice time, equipment and coaching at rinks in Chicago, Evanston and Park Ridge.
1440 W. Taylor St, Suite 821, Chicago, IL 60607
Verified 9/29/2026
i.c.stars Chicago
FREE two-year tech training for low-income young adults: coding (JavaScript, HTML/CSS, C#, SQL) plus a 14-week PAID internship. Apply online.
750 N. Orleans St, Suite 500, Chicago, IL 60654
Verified 9/29/2026
Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP)
Helps people of all ages with disabilities find and try assistive technology like communication devices. FREE guidance, device demos and device lending before you buy.
Verified 9/29/2026
Illinois Child Abuse Hotline (DCFS)
24-hour hotline to report if you think a child is being harmed or is at risk. You can also report online at childabuse.illinois.gov.
Verified 9/29/2026
Illinois DD Services / PUNS Waitlist Line (1-888-DD-PLANS)
Call to be connected to your local agency that signs up children and adults with developmental disabilities for the PUNS waitlist for state-funded services. Sign up early; the wait is long.
Verified 9/29/2026
Illinois Domestic Violence Hotline
Free, confidential 24/7 help for anyone experiencing domestic violence: safety planning, shelter and legal referrals, in many languages.
Verified 9/29/2026
Illinois Early Intervention Statewide Line
For babies and toddlers under 3 with a developmental delay or disability. Call to get connected to your local Early Intervention office. Evaluations and service coordination are FREE, and family fees are currently suspended.
Verified 9/29/2026
Illinois Hands & Voices - Guide By Your Side
FREE one-on-one support by phone, email or home visit from trained parents who are raising deaf or hard of hearing children themselves.
Verified 9/29/2026
Illinois Life Span Program (The Arc of Illinois)
FREE information and referral line, fact sheets, webinars and a county resource directory for families of people of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Verified 9/29/2026
Illinois Moms & Babies (Medicaid)
FREE health coverage (no premiums or co-pays) for income-eligible pregnant people through 12 months after birth; baby covered the first year. No citizenship or SSN needed. Apply through the All Kids hotline.
Verified 9/29/2026
Illinois Respite Coalition - Emergency Respite
Emergency Respite grants of up to $500 toward care for a loved one of any age with any disability during a caregiver crisis.
Verified 9/29/2026
Illinois School for the Deaf - Family Outreach
FREE statewide help for parents of deaf and hard of hearing kids birth to 21: trainings, consultations, parent conferences, cochlear implant support and special ed advocacy.
125 Webster Ave, Jacksonville, IL 62650
Verified 9/29/2026
Illinois WIC Program
FREE healthy food, nutrition help and breastfeeding support for pregnant and new moms and kids under 5 who qualify by income. WIC clinic locator: (800) 323-4769.
Verified 9/29/2026
Junior Achievement of Chicago
Free programs in schools about money, jobs and starting a business, taught by volunteers.
651 W. Washington Blvd, Suite 404, Chicago, IL 60661
Verified 9/29/2026
Legal Aid Society of Metropolitan Family Services
Free legal help for Cook County families: domestic violence and family safety, housing, health and benefits. Call the intake line.
101 N. Wacker Dr, Suite 1700, Chicago, IL 60606
Verified 9/29/2026
Legal Council for Health Justice
Legal help for people with limited resources, including special education advocacy and help getting Early Intervention and developmental supports for children.
17 N. State St, Suite 900, Chicago, IL 60601
Verified 9/29/2026
Life Span
Domestic violence and sexual assault help: free legal representation (orders of protection, custody, child support, divorce) and counseling. Many languages. Des Plaines office: (847) 824-0382.
70 E. Lake St, Suite 600, Chicago, IL 60601
Verified 9/29/2026
Lincoln Park Zoo
One of the last free zoos in the country. FREE admission every day, open year-round.
2001 N. Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614
Verified 9/29/2026
LINK Unlimited Scholars
Multi-year fellowship for middle and high school students: mentoring, college prep and career help for historically underserved students.
17 N. State St, Suite 1250, Chicago, IL 60602
Verified 9/29/2026
Lurie Children's Buckle Up (Car Seats)
Free and low-cost car seats through partner sites, free virtual car seat classes (English/Spanish) and car seat checks. Email carseats@luriechildrens.org.
Verified 9/29/2026
Lurie Children's Safe Sleep Program (Free Cribs)
FREE portable cribs (by referral) and safe sleep kits for South and West Side Chicago plus Cook and Lake County families. Email djohnson@luriechildrens.org.
Verified 9/29/2026
Maggie Daley Park
Huge FREE Play Garden playground and picnic areas downtown. The climbing wall, skating ribbon and mini golf cost extra.
337 E. Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60605
Verified 9/29/2026
Maryville Crisis Nursery
24-hour line. Free short-term emergency care for young children when a family is in a serious crisis.
Verified 9/29/2026
Mercy Home - Friends First Mentoring
Free one-on-one mentoring that matches kids with caring adult volunteers. For referrals call (877) 247-8278.
1140 W. Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60607
Verified 9/29/2026
Mikva Challenge
Civic leadership programs where Chicago teens learn to speak up, work on elections and advise city leaders. Summer and school-year positions.
200 S. Michigan Ave, 10th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604
Verified 9/29/2026
Millennium Park
Splash at Crown Fountain, see the Bean, and enjoy free concerts and events. FREE, open daily 6am-11pm.
201 E. Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601
Verified 9/29/2026
Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago
Modern art museum. Visitors under 18 are always free. Free for Illinois residents on Tuesday evenings.
220 E. Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
Verified 9/29/2026
Museum of Contemporary Photography
Rotating photography exhibits at Columbia College. Always FREE (closed Sundays).
600 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
Verified 9/29/2026
National Immigrant Justice Center
Legal help for low-income immigrants: citizenship, asylum, DACA, detained family members and unaccompanied children. Phone line Tue-Thu 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
111 W. Jackson Blvd, Suite 800, Chicago, IL 60604
Verified 9/29/2026
Night Out in the Parks
FREE summer movies, music, theater, dance and festivals in parks across all 77 Chicago community areas.
Verified 9/29/2026
OneGoal Illinois
Free college and career advising for high school students through partner CPS schools, continuing into the first years after graduation. Ask your school.
Verified 9/29/2026
OWLS Lacrosse
Lacrosse plus mentoring and academic support for middle schoolers, mostly through partner schools.
Verified 9/29/2026
Perinatal Depression Hotline (NorthShore)
FREE 24/7 hotline answered by licensed mental health professionals for anyone in Illinois who is pregnant or postpartum, and their families.
Verified 9/29/2026
Poison Control (Illinois Poison Center)
Free 24/7 expert help if a child swallows or touches something dangerous (medicine, cleaners, plants, batteries). Save this number in your phone.
Verified 9/29/2026
Postpartum Support International - Illinois
Free call/text helpline (English/Spanish), online support groups and peer mentors for pregnant and new parents. 24/7 National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: (833) 943-5746.
Verified 9/29/2026
Salvation Army Emergency Assistance Line
Call for Salvation Army help with food, rent, utilities and other emergencies across the Chicago area.
Verified 9/29/2026
Share Our Spare
FREE diapers, wipes, clothing and baby gear for families in hardship with kids up to age 5. Items come through a partner agency or case manager; families can't request directly.
3800 N. Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
Verified 9/29/2026
Shedd Aquarium
Sharks, penguins, touch pools and animal feedings. Offers Illinois resident FREE days each year, mostly in winter. Check the website for dates.
1200 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605
Verified 9/29/2026
Shedd Aquarium Teen Work-Study
PAID Saturday program (16 weeks) for high school students working on food security and sustainability projects, with coaching, resume help and networking. Call Shedd for how to enroll.
1200 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605
Verified 9/29/2026
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Adaptive Sports
Year-round adaptive sports for youth and adults with physical disabilities: sled hockey, wheelchair basketball, cycling, kayaking, rock climbing. All skill levels.
541 N. Fairbanks Ct, Chicago, IL 60611
Verified 9/29/2026
Special Olympics Illinois - Chicago Office
Year-round sports training and competition for kids and adults with intellectual disabilities across Chicago.
2324 W. Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60612
Verified 9/29/2026
Start Early - Healthy Parents & Babies
FREE doula support in pregnancy and weekly home visits for kids up to 3, plus diapers, parent groups and transportation help, for families meeting income guidelines. Apply online.
1 N. Dearborn St, Suite 700, Chicago, IL 60602
Verified 9/29/2026
The Arc of Illinois Family-to-Family Health Information Center
FREE one-on-one help for families of kids under 22 with disabilities or special health needs: Medicaid, SSI, insurance, waivers and special education. Spanish line: (800) 588-7002.
Verified 9/29/2026
UIC Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) - Chicago Office
FREE care coordination for kids with special healthcare needs: help finding specialists, getting tests, sorting out insurance and Medicaid, and building a care plan.
1309 S. Halsted St, Suite 105, Chicago, IL 60607
Verified 9/29/2026
UPchieve
FREE 24/7 online tutoring and college/test prep for students in grades 6-12 at Title 1 schools or from low-income families. Sign up online.
Verified 9/29/2026
Urban Alliance Chicago
PAID nine-month internship for high school seniors at a professional workplace, plus job-skills training and mentoring. Apply during junior year; students need early release from school.
218 S. Wabash Ave, Suite 600, Chicago, IL 60604
Verified 9/29/2026
White Sox ACE (Amateur City Elite)
Elite baseball and softball development program by White Sox Charities, with academic support and college help. Tryouts held yearly.
Verified 9/29/2026
Working In The Schools (WITS)
Free literacy mentoring in CPS schools: trained volunteers read with students one-on-one. Ask your child's school if it's offered.
160 N. Franklin St, Suite 201, Chicago, IL 60606
Verified 9/29/2026
Year Up United Chicago
FREE job training for young adults 18-29 in IT support, data analytics, banking and project management (part online, part in person), followed by an internship at a large company. Apply online through "Get Started."
Verified 9/29/2026
Youth Guidance (BAM and WOW)
School-based counseling and mentoring groups: Becoming A Man (BAM) for boys and Working on Womanhood (WOW) for girls, in CPS schools. Ask your child's school if it's offered.
Verified 9/29/2026
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