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It’s that time of year again to start another school year! We understand that being a middle or high school student is challenging. With so many responsibilities, some students may not have the life experience needed to figure out the best ways to study, get involved, or prepare for classes. Here are some back-to-school tips […]

Featured on CBS News, teens in Chicago have turned an empty lot into a community space. The YOS Prevention team works with One Summer Chicago to hire about 100 young people every summer. Collaborating with NFP Territory, we’ve been focused on creating a community space in the Austin neighborhood, specializing in architecture, urban design, and

We hope you’re having an awesome summer! You will find this newsletter packed with inspiring stories, the latest updates, and highlights from the impact of our combined efforts. Together, we’re truly making a huge difference in the lives of at-risk youth and their families. We’re so grateful for your ongoing commitment and support to our

PANDA EXPRESS VIRTUAL FUNDRAISER YOS is having a virtual fundraiser with Panda Express restaurant on Monday, July 1, 2024! Anyone can order online for either pick up or delivery ANYTIME and ANYWHERE!  28% of profits from that day will be donated to YOS.  This virtual fundraiser supports our mission to help thousands of at-risk youth in our

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Sponsorship Commitment Form Thank you for committing to sponsor YOS’s Spring Fundraiser on June 6, 2024! Please email, fax, or mail this sponsorship commitment form along with your payment to YOS by April 30, 2024. Complete the form and return it to Beth Spallone Director of Philanthropy at beths@yos.org. Or send by mail to Youth

Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration  Join us for a delightful evening filled with wine, sweets, and scrumptious food. You’ll have the opportunity to mingle with our staff, board members, and leadership team while learning about how we help over 3,000 young people every year. Your presence and contribution will make a significant

Hello Youth! On behalf of Youth Outreach Services, we want to thank you so much for your unwavering support and dedication to helping Chicago’s most vulnerable youth. This newsletter is full of inspiring stories and the latest updates, illuminating the importance of our work and showing you how you can make a difference. Thank you

A new initiative in Cook County’s criminal justice system, the Cook County Redeploy program, is designed to address serious offenses committed by minors. CBS 2’s Tara Molina explored this program, which combines probation with specialized treatment for youth and their families involved in serious crimes, including felonies like carjacking and armed robbery.