Chicago Sun-Times: UI Directors Profile
The Chicago Sun-Times profiled Urban Initiatives Executive Directors Jim Dower and Dan Isherwood for their article “50 People Who Make Chicago a Better Place”. Read the full story ››
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Chicago Tribune: Hidden Wounds of Violence
The Chicago Tribune reports on the ‘public health crisis’ associated with youth witnesses to violence in underserved Chicago communities. The article features past Urban Initiatives participant and brave student De’Jour Stewart. Click here to read the full story ››
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Chicago Tribune: Getting a Foothold on the Future
The Chicago Tribune visted Jenner Academy to report on the Work to Play Program. “Somehow along the way, Coach ‘Ish’ and Coach ‘D’ stumbled on this unlikely equation: Inner-city kids plus soccer plus unswerving dedication equals promise, squared. Add a chance to be some scary odds, besides.” Read the full story [PDF]
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Chicago Housing Authority recognizes UI as an outstanding partner
The Chicago Housing Authority residents and the Plan for Transformation of Public Housing selected Urban Initiatives as a recipient of The 2007 Partner Appreciation Award. Thank you to CEO Sharon Gist Gilligan and Chairperson Martin Nesbitt who presented Urban Initiatives with a plaque for invaluable contributions.