$250,000
2017 • 1 year 6 months • Chicago Commitment
The mission of the Better Boys Foundation is to improve the quality of life for North Lawndale youth and their families by providing safe, stable, and nurturing experiences that enhance their emotional, social, academic, and career development. Now known as BBF Family Services (BBF), the organization has provided comprehensive human service programming in North Lawndale for over 56 years. BBF's Youth Services program helps children and young adults evolve into leaders in their communities. This award enables BBF to upgrade its technology infrastructure to serve more youth and improve its programs.
$100,000
1980 • 1 year
To support the Chicago New Pride Project, a community-based treatment program for serious juvenile offenders.