Dear Urban Initiatives, I just wanted to take the time to thank you for picking our school to be a part of your soccer program. The kids love it, it is fun and they learn a lot. This is my 4th year at Reavis and I have never seen so much parent involvement with sports…
On October 2, the Manchester United Coaching staff came out to Prieto Academy to help Urban Initiatives participants practice their skills. The event was a tremendous experience for 65 Prieto students and their families. The event kicked off with the coaches of the world famous soccer club signing autographs for the excited students. Following…
On October 1, The Springboard Foundation Annual Dinner was held at the Standard Club. The event was an incredible opportunity to recognize the Springboard Foundation’s incredible work to promote change in the lives of Chicago children. Springboard’s mission is to provide financial and intellectual capital to selected, “grass roots” charitable programs that are focused on…
WomenOnCall.org does amazing work in connecting dedicated, professional women to volunteer opportunities with Chicago community organizations. One of the incredible women that volunteers for Urban Initiatives as a result is Jessica Rio. Jessica started volunteering with us in December of 2008 as a grant editor. She has made a lasting impact on Urban Initiatives and…
You’re invited to the hottest Halloween party in town! Please save the date and help spread the word for the Urban Initiatives 7th Annual Halloween Fundraiser! Where: Ohm Nightclub — 1958 W. North Ave. (Damen and North Ave.) When: Oct. 31st, 8 to 12am. Cost: $40 open bar Click here to register online for the…
Reporter for the Chicago Catholic News, Katie Drews, writes about the UI Founders’ commitment to service and their application of their high school’s motto – “Men for Others” – to their every day life. Ms. Drews accompanied the UI founders and participants to a Chicago Fire game this summer. Her article highlights her experiences at…
The Crosstown Classic in Wilmette with the Wilmette Wings will be on October 2. The Crosstown Classic in Deerfield with the Pegasus Soccer Club will be on October 16. Exact time and location details to come. We hope to see you there!
Christ Church had generously awarded Urban Initiatives a grant to be a benefactor of their 85th Annual Fall Sale on Thursday, October 1 from 7am-3pm. The event will be held at Christ Church Parish House at the corner of Oak & Maple streets in Winnetka. Please visit the wonderful sale and support Urban Initiatives! Thank…
Urban Initiatives’ 2009 Fall season has begun at our 11 school sites. We would love for you to come out to one of our school sites to show your support or make a longer term commitment as a Volunteer Assistant Coach. Please contact julie.chelovich@urbaninitiatives.org to get a copy of the full schedule. Thank you for…
Congratulations to Urban Initiatives’ very own Connie Falcone for being recognized by MakeItBetter.net as an Amazing Woman nominee. Read more about her incredible contributions to the community and more specifically to Urban Initiatives. We’re are proud to have Connie as a member of our team! Read the article: Connie Falcone Takes ‘Soccer Mom’ to a…
Mr. Devers, I recently received the results of Walsh’s ISAT’s and I was very pleased. The school has it’s highest scores ever. The only reason this was possible was because our 3rd grade increased its results from the mid to low 40’s to the low to mid 70’s percentiles. While I would love to take…