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Youth Spotlight: Justus
When Justus was in high school, a teacher once told her that she’d do well in Chicago. At the time, Justus was too nervous to follow that...
Oct 30, 2024
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TC’s Story
For TC, joining Covenant House Illinois (CHIL) was not only a career choice but a continuation of a lifelong passion for helping others....
Sep 30, 2024


Youth Spotlight: David
At 22 years old, David has been through more than most people his age. Growing up on the Southside of Chicago, life wasn't always easy....
Sep 30, 2024


CHIL Welcomes Visits from Key Legislative Leaders
Our commitment to empowering youth experiencing homelessness and supporting their journey toward independence is at the forefront of...
Aug 30, 2024


Youth Spotlight: Tre
Tre's journey to CHIL began with a challenging turn of events. On his 18th birthday, he found himself without a home when his mom forced him to leave. He spent a few nights with a friend before being dropped off at the Night Ministry, where his resilience and determination truly began to shine. Despite the challenges, Tre quickly found a job and was put on CHIL’s residential wait list. After a short stay at the Night Ministry, a bed became available for him at CHIL in 2020. T
Aug 28, 2024
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