Chicago News

Meg’s Volunteering Story

StandUp for Kids - Chicago Volunteering at StandUp for Kids has been impactful both ways: the young adults get a place torelax and have some fun and I get to learn about their lives and what they do day to day. Iremember the first day I came and ended up talking to a...

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Gerardo’s Volunteering Experience

StandUp for Kids - Chicago Volunteering at StandUp For Kids has given me the opportunity to give back to the community where I grew up and to help out disadvantaged youth that could have easily been me, if I only had made a couple more poor choices in my young life....

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48 Hours + Global Month of Good

StandUp for Kids - Chicago Starbucks celebrates the annual Global Month of Good in the month of April, where they can use their scale to bring together their partners, customers, non-profit organizations, civic leaders and business partners to dedicate their time and...

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SUFK – Chicago Summer 2018 Newsletter

Summer 2018 Newsletter What’s New in Chicago Summer 2018 has brought a wave of activity for the Purple People in Lakeview. We experience more and more youth coming to us not just for basic needs like food and clothing, but for much needed moral support to help...

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Meet Felice

Felice (front row, second from left) in her element with some fellow Chicago volunteers and youth participants.    Meet Felice Schlessinger! Since Felice joined the StandUp For Kids - Chicago team just about two years ago, she has poured her heart and soul...

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SUFK – Chicago on WGN!

Check out WGN's segment on StandUp For Kids - Chicago below, and grab your tickets for Purplepalooza here: Purplepalooza Tickets

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Chicago Math and Science Academy Stands Up For Kids!

Chicago Math and Science Academy (CMSA) is a college prep charter school located on 7212 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60626. It's Concert band has won numerous medals in music competitions both as a band and as individuals. The band has featured in performances at various...

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