Every year the 2024 Chicago Marathon is a celebration of joy, community, and the power of play, drawing thousands of people out for the fun. Yet, in the very neighborhoods that host this iconic event, many Chicago youth and families still lack access to sports and play opportunities. This year, our Charity team is lacing…
Urban Initiatives is thrilled to receive honorable mention for the United Airlines Chicago Impact Award. We were chosen due to our stellar use of sport to address a social issue. The judging panel included representatives from the Mayor’s Office, World Sport Chicago, Beyond Sport, United Airlines, and the Chicago Tribune. As a result of this…
Thursday, October 7th come out to 470 Maple Street in Winnetka to support Urban Initiatives at the Christ Church Rummage Sale. Christ Church has supported our program for the past few years. We are thrilled to have them on our team again this year! Come and buy great stuff for a great cause! Click here…
Please join UI in celebrating soccer and art in Chicago this Saturday at Six Points, 1529 N. Milwaukee. The event will feature music from Johnny Fonseca and have free food and drinks. Space is limited. Please RSVP to nikesportswear@experient.net.
On July 7th, Nike and Six Points hosted UI participants from Jenner, Libby and Reavis to watch Spain play Germany in the World Cup Semi Finals. Overall, the event was incredible. The kids came to Six Points to enjoy lunch, watch the game, and play several exciting rounds of foosball. Nike provided vuvuzelas for the…
Urban Initiatives would invite you to the Pelada Premier Series at Nike’s Six Points World Cup Store (1529 N. Milwaukee). Please RSVP, because these events will sell out. Feel free to forward on to friends, family, or colleagues. Pelada is an all-around inspiring documentary that focuses on the Beautiful Game away from the professional stadiums and…
MEXICO v. SOUTH AFRICA vs. Soccer Match on June 11, 2010 Six Points opens its doors to the fifth and sixth graders of Chicago Public School, Goethe Middle School, for a private viewing of the World Cup match up of Mexico vs. South Africa. The live viewing party takes place from 8:30am – 11am. The…
On June 26th, Chicago Indoor Sports will begin hosting the Chicago Indoor World Cup. 32 Men’s teams will compete in a 6v6 tournament for the chance to win $500 and a World Cup replica trophy. 2010 World Cup games will be played live on a giant 12x12ft screen. Food and beer specials will be provided…
The kids from Prieto and Goethe had a blast at the Northbrook Crosstown Classic! We hopped off the bus and were warmly greeted by “Coach Stephanie.” Stephanie and the rest of the Northbrook parents/coaches were wonderful hosts. They quickly helped our players get involved in small-sided games on the fields with the Spartan FC players.…
Urban Initiatives is proud to be one of four incredible nonprofit organizations selected to be beneficiaries of the @properties Friends and Neighbors Community fund. On June 5th, @properties will be hosting Chicago Revealed: A pursuit of chicago’s hidden treasures in support of their community fund. Click here to download the PDF invitation.
The U.S. Soccer Foundation, the Major Charitable Arm of Soccer in the United States, made an equipment donation to our program in recognition of Chicago Fire midfielder, Logan Pause, who was honored last year as a U.S. Soccer Foundation Humanitarian of the Year. The equipment donation of 6 Pop-Up Goals, 3 Ball Bags, 24 Soccer…
Summer Rummage Sale: June 5, 2010 from 8 a.m. to Noon Location: 470 Maple, Winnetka, IL Summer clothing, outdoor toys & sports equipment, patio furniture, book room will be open Christ Church has once again selected Urban Initiatives as a beneficiary of their Summer Rummage Sale. We are thrilled to have their support and hope…