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Taal Hasak-Lowy Interviewed on WBEZ's Reset
“We know that with consistent ongoing in-depth support for years we can truly make a difference in the lives of these kids”
Chris Patterson and Taal Hasak-Lowy interviewed on NBC Chicago
We invest in kids and provide them support “before possibility and hope leave their mind”. That is why we are part of the solution to decrease gun violence in Chicago.
Chris Patterson interviewed on ABC 7 Chicago
Chris speaks about how important the consistent support of a Friend is to break the cycle of violence for Chicago's youth.
Chris Patterson interviewed on CBSN Chicago
Our Chief Program Officer speaks about the importance of proactive intervention for Chicago's youth.
Featured on WGN-TV
Chicago Forward talks to Friends of the Children - Chicago and others about crime prevention through mentorship
Youth Stories
Jamal's* Journey with Self-Confidence
We are committed to empowering each of our youth to believe in themselves and achieve their goals.
The Magic of Finding a New Spark with your Friend
How reading the right book changes everything!
Painting to Connect with Black History and Pride
Megan and Sabriya express themselves through art.
Celebrating the Unique Colors of our Skin
Mentors help Kanisha* and Keandra* embrace their Black Girl Magic
Positive Role Models help our Kids believe in their Greatness!
Amari* and Philicia* go to see the Obama Portraits
Maya finds her spark while eating sushi!
Maya is adventurous as she tries new things to find what she likes.
National News
Ciara Brings Friends of the Children to The Ellen DeGeneres Show
Brittanie and her Children join Ciara and Russell Wilson on The Ellen DeGeneres Show.
Friends of the Children Expands National Reach by Establishing a 25th Site, Located in Phoenix, Ariz
Forbes Features Friends of the Children's Approach to Racial Equity
For Friends of the Children, Black Lives Matter is more than a 'Moment.'
Stanford Social Innovation Review Features National Response to COVID-19
Our CEO, Terri Sorensen shares how lessons learned from the Great Recession were applied to the COVID-19 crisis.
Friends of the Children to Benefit From "The Last Dance" Documentary Featuring Michael Jordan
The New York Times Featured Friends of the Children
A profile on founder Duncan Campbell and his devotion to philanthropy.