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UCAN

www.ucanchicago.org Our Vision

Youth who have suffered trauma can become our future leaders.

Our Mission

UCAN strives to build strong youth and families through compassionate healing, education and empowerment. UCAN operates under the cornerstones of a consistent presence, meaningful programming and unrivaled diversity. Founded 145 years ago as a Civil War orphanage, we are one of Chicago’s oldest, yet most innovative, social service agencies. UCAN serves 10,000 at-risk children, youth a

nd families across Illinois through more than 30 programs that create a healing process for youth who have experienced trauma and provide a continuum of care, including the following services:

Therapeutic Youth Home
K-12 therapeutic day school
Clinical and counseling services
Transitional and independent living programs
Support for pregnant and parenting teens
Foster care placement
Workforce development
Youth leadership development
Violence intervention and prevention programming

05/29/2026

UCAN was proud to host a spirited Faith and Community Conference at our North Lawndale campus on May 26 as pastors, elected officials, police and parents joined to discuss how we can come together to reclaim and uplift our communities.

A special thank you to our very own Pastor Fred Wilson, Father Michael Pfleger of St. Sabina Church, Alderwoman Monique Scott (24th Ward) and UCAN Governing Board Member and Chicago Police Lieutenant Jermaine Harris for their thoughtful and inspiring words.

05/22/2026

UCAN continues to recognize Mental Health Awareness Month by promoting wellness, connection, and community across our organization. 💚

May 21’s Salad Bar Day brought staff together for a refreshing break focused on healthy choices, positive engagement, and self-care. Events like these reflect our ongoing commitment to supporting the well-being of those who serve youth and families every day.

As the month continues, we invite our community to join us for an upcoming Facebook Live discussion:
“Understanding Youth Mental Health: Early Signs, Stress, Anxiety, and How to Support Your Child”

🗓 Tuesday, May 26
🕔 5:00 PM

The conversation will feature mental health professionals and community leaders sharing practical guidance and supportive strategies for families and caregivers navigating youth mental health challenges.

Staff are also encouraged to participate in our upcoming Spirit Week as we continue creating spaces that foster encouragement, connection, and community throughout UCAN.

UCAN is Relentless.

05/20/2026

Intergovernmental partnerships, parental responsibility and community policing were just a few of the topics Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling candidly addressed today before influencers and stakeholders at the City Club of Chicago. UCAN CEO Christa Hamilton and members of the senior leadership team thanked the superintendent for his listening ear and leadership and pledged to continue our commitment to community violence intervention programs throughout the city.

05/19/2026

You're invited! 🎊

UCAN's Faith & Community Manager, Pastor Fred Wilson, invites you to join this insightful, solution-focused discussion!

05/18/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and at UCAN, mental health awareness is part of the work we do every day. We care for our clients, support our community, and uplift one another.

This month, UCAN staff are caring for both mind and body through our Smoothie Bar on May 14, Salad Bar on May 21 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Mental Health Awareness Spirit Week from May 25 to May 29, and a Facebook Live session on May 26 at 5:00 PM.

The Facebook Live, Understanding Youth Mental Health: Early Signs, Stress, Anxiety, and How to Support Your Child, will feature Dr. Randy S. Sadler, UCAN’s Senior Vice President of Therapeutic and Clinical Services, helping parents and caregivers better recognize warning signs, understand youth stressors, support conversations at home, and know when to seek help.

Alongside the BHS leadership team, UCAN continues to elevate mental health through counseling, crisis response, school-based support, partnerships, and a growing continuum of care.

Healing is not linear, but it does not have to be done alone. 💚

05/15/2026

UCAN was front and center with our peers and partners in Springfield on May 14 for the Community Violence Intervention Advocacy Day & Rally. The focus? Connect with state legislators in the state capitol to advocate that they "Protect Progress" with continued funding of proven public safety initiatives.

Mix a late morning rally with team UCAN's meetings with elected officials including Rep. Yolonda Morris, Rep. La Shawn Ford and Rep. Nabeela Syed and we were excited to join the critical collective effort to share moving and telling evidence of how CVI work protects and saves lives everywhere.

05/10/2026

Wishing a Happy Mother's Day to all those who inspire, support, and care for us and our community. 💚

UCAN was thrilled to support Senator Lakesia Collins' Mother's Day Block Party for a sixth year in a row! After proudly hosting for five years, the celebration outgrew our North Lawndale campus and was held at Douglass Park on Saturday, May 9th.

This incredible event brought together over 100 community partners to honor mothers and female caregivers and uplift families. Featuring kids activities, giveaways, small businesses, health and wellness vendors, and free household items, the abundance of the West Side and its connectedness was on full display.

UCAN CEO Christa Hamilton shared our continued support and also greeted elected leaders celebrating alongside State Senator Lakesia Collins, including Mayor Brandon Johnson Chicago Mayor's Office, Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias, Senate President Don Harmon, and Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County Mariyana Spyropoulos.

05/08/2026

On May 7th, over 100 members of our UCAN family gathered at our locations across the city to come together and celebrate National Day of Prayer. This event was wonderfully led by Pastor Fred Wilson, our Faith & Community Manager, and SP1RIT.

We uplifted our voices and shared what was on our hearts, all in the spirit of being the best individuals and team for those we serve. 💚

05/07/2026

It's always a (productive) pleasure to welcome Congressman Sean Casten (6th) to UCAN to discuss priorities and ideas of mutual interest to our team and to the congressman and his constituents.

Whether the topic is the state of federal funding, local initiatives that support the youth and families we serve, or new and proposed policies that impact families, the meetings are always fruitful, forward-looking and frank. Thanks. Rep. Casten for your continued support of and interest in UCAN and our commitment to supporting youth and families, which we've done now for 157 years (and counting).

05/06/2026

✨WE ARE ONE WEEK AWAY✨

JOIN US at Share the Love '26- Mix, Move & Amplify the Mission!

📆May 13th, 2026
📍Civic Opera House Rooftop

Share the Love is a night of celebrating community and uplifting UCAN's programs and youth 💚 Guests will enjoy a curated cocktail-making class followed by an exciting line-dancing lesson!

🎫 Tickets are available for just $50 at https://hubs.la/Q04fHX8P0

We can't wait to see you there! 🎊

For more information about sponsorship opportunities, contact Malisha Dunigan at [email protected].

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Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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http://www.ucanchicago.org/

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