We are thrilled to share that we have been named a grant recipient for the 2026 Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards®, receiving a grant from Chick-fil-A, Inc. to further our mission of positively impacting teen lives in our community. This funding will help us continue providing free holistic programs, events, and job readiness opportunities to teens in 7th - 12th grade.

Since 2010, we have served over 14,500+ different teens and families from 128 Chicago Southland and Northwest Indiana communities and this milestone could not be possible without the incredible generosity and partnership of Chick-fil-A.

The True Inspiration Awards were established in 2015 to carry on Chick-fil-A founder S. Truett Cathy’s legacy of generosity and community service. To be selected, a nonprofit must work to address community needs that align with one of Chick-fil-A’s Global Impact priorities: caring for people, caring for others through food, caring for our communities, and caring for our planet.

Chick-fil-A Tinley Park and Orland Park have been amazing partners over the years through fundraising opportunities and by leading afterschool programs. We are so appreciative of their ongoing support! We cannot wait to continue helping local teens discover hope, purpose and direction with the help of this transformative grant.