Our Junior Building Leaders (Ages 5-12) and Building Leaders (Ages 13-18) are an exclusive *free-of-charge out-of-school programs, that have been tailored to engage and support the educational development of our community’s youth. The STEAM-focused programs provide hands-on learning experience in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. In addition, these programs offer:

·       Leadership skill building

·       Creating podcast on real world issues

·       Enrichment opportunities such as  educational field trips and community activities

·       ACT/SAT preparation

·       Social emotional support for students and parents

·       Internship placement

·       College visits and access to a $2,000 college scholarship

·       Mental wellness support given by licensed clinicians

Building Leaders currently offers programing in Pilsen 

*Free programming for teens

Junior Building Leaders currently offers programing in Pilsen and North Lawndale

* Families must meet state income guidelines, through Illinois Action for Children or Department of Family Services.