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Y.O.U. celebrated the end of its summer 2024 program with an incredible Summer Showcase. Families and community members took in some spectacular performances that our youth worked on all summer. Thank you to everyone who made this a summer to remember! More

Youth & Opportunity United (Y.O.U.) and Evanston/Skokie Community Consolidated School District 65 intend to submit applications for 21st Century Community Learning Center (21st CCLC) programs at Chute Middle School and Oakton Elementary School. 21st CCLC programs encourage collaborative partnerships with community organizations to provide children and their families with opportunities to take advantage …More

After a busy spring for its Nominating Committee, Y.O.U.’s Board of Directors voted to elect 3 new members to 3-year terms at the beginning of its fiscal year in July. These new members will be critical advocates and leaders for the expanding mission of Y.O.U and have deep roots in the Evanston community and beyond. Andy Baker  Andy is currently head of asset allocation and manager selection at RM…More

Youth & Opportunity United will provide free lunches and snacks to youth enrolled in its 2023 Summer Program through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). Dates of Operation: Monday-Friday, June 20-August 4, 2023 (no program on 7/5 or 7/15) Sites of Operation: Washington Elementary School – for youth grades 2-5 attending Bessie Rhodes, Dawes, King Arts, Oak…More

After two years of virtual benefits and fundraising, we were delighted to return to an in-person annual benefit this year. Staff, board members, and supporters gathered at PALMHOUSE in Evanston to celebrate our youth. It was a joy to see members of the Y.O.U. community smiling, chatting, and learning about the ways that Y.O.U. supports youth in defining and achieving their goals. If you weren’t able to attend, …More