Chicago Youth Programs, Inc. (CYP) is an award-winning nonprofit organization with a mission of improving the health and life opportunities of at-risk
To effectively care for children, society must understand how poor health, educational underachievement, low self-esteem, inconsistent parenting and untreated behavioral problems can lead to poorly functioning adults who engage in gang violence, drugs, teen pregnancy, and other antisocial behaviors. CYP promotes the broad development of cognitive, behavioral, and social capabilities of youth born
06/01/2026
For volunteer groups who want to get to know our youth. A volunteer or volunteer group can spend the day leading playful activities, hosting a job shadow day, participating in our Read-To-Me program, giving a college tour, or completing a service project with our youth.
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www ChicagoYouthPrograms org
05/31/2026
CYP NEWS! We believe in access and opportunities. We have so many success stories and we look forward to helping more youth fulfill their purpose.
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05/30/2026
Building community and having fun at the same time. There is no celebration like a CYP celebration.
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05/29/2026
PARTNER WITH US! Bring your world into ours, to make a world of difference. Our Chicago Youth Programs volunteers are the pillar of our program model. They selflessly donate their time to our youth, helping them navigate academic challenges, being mentors, advocates and even sounding boards for them. Without their dedication, the impact of our programs would be greatly diminished. Get Involved!
Operations
Youth Involvement
Special Volunteer Opportunities Events
Volunteer Donation Drives
Sponsorship Opportunities
Community Involvement
Other External Involvement
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05/28/2026
EQUAL ACCESS, REAL OPPORTUNITY! Long-term investment for a long-term impact. Every year we have events that allow all of our wonderful supporters the opportunity to gather and celebrate. We look forward to seeing you at our next event.
- Season of Hope
- Hope GALA
- Giving Tuesday
- Toy Drives
- Special Events
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05/27/2026
As we focus on impacting the lives of our youth in Chicago we ask that you follow, like and subscribe to all of our channels.
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05/26/2026
At Chicago Youth Program we care about our youth and their entire family. Creating community is something that we've done for over 30 years with the help of our amazing team, volunteers and supporters.
Let's continue to celebrate as we reach new heights every year.
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05/25/2026
For volunteer groups who like to get their hands dirty. A volunteer or volunteer group can spend the day landscaping, cleaning, constructing, planting, painting, or addressing any other operational needs.
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www ChicagoYouthPrograms org
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |