Click below to watch UI Executive Director and Co-Founder Jim Dower on ABC 7 Chicago talking all things Soccer Ball!
Click below to watch UI Executive Director and Co-Founder Jim Dower on ABC 7 Chicago talking all things Soccer Ball!
Through a partnership at Piccolo Elementary, The Bloc uses boxing and mentorship to help middle school students develop discipline, emotional control, and lasting friendships in a safe environment that redirects their energy toward personal growth.

Urban Initiatives’ soccer programming creates a multi-year growth pathway from Pre-K through 8th grade, using play-based activities and leadership opportunities to develop students into confident athletes and community leaders.

Faraday Elementary families partnered with Common Threads to learn nutritious, affordable cooking techniques, building healthy community connections and empowering students to bring new culinary skills home.