Volunteer at our Social Service Center this spring!
Building brighter futures.
Empowering Chicago’s Youth
Empowering
Chicago’s Adults
Our Impact:
Changing Lives
At Chicago Lights, we meet people where they are and build trust and true connection, partnering with thousands of students and adults as they pursue their goals and lead fulfilling lives.
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Summer Programs
We’re creating a joyful summer for Chicago’s youth through our Summer Day Program, Summer Farm Camp, and Summer Dance Intensive.
Summer Day
The Chicago Lights Summer Day Program is back in person this year at the Gratz Center. The program provides students with reading, writing, and math skills to overcome pandemic learning loss.
Summer Farm Camp
Grow fruits and vegetables, make new friends, and learn about art and peace at our Urban Farm’s Summer Farm Camp. Open to ages 6-11, Farm Camp gives kids the opportunity to learn outside.
Summer Dance Intensive
Our Summer Dance Intensive offers dance training for dancers in Grades 3-12. The three-and-a-half week program culminates in a final performance at the end of July.
You can help change lives
We believe everyone deserves access to the resources they need to thrive.
Volunteer
Build brighter futures. Change lives. Volunteer with Chicago Lights!
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