Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Chicago Youth Programs
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: CYP
Mailing Address: 5350 S. Prairie Ave.
City: Chicago
State: Illinois
Postal Code: 60615
Main Phone: (773) 924-0220
Main Fax:
Organization Website: https://chicagoyouthprograms.org/
Employer ID Number: 36-3635676
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/27/2024
Requested Amount: $10,000

Project Title: CYP’s Teen Career Program
Project Description:

Founded in 1984, CYP’s mission is to improve the long-term life opportunities of at-risk youth using a comprehensive approach aimed at developing their capabilities. Our goal for each child is to complete a higher education degree, providing the opportunity to escape poverty and avoid all the health and social risks associated with living in poverty.

Within our 29 program offerings, CYP’s Teen Career Program supports # high school participants prepare for higher education/training/trade school while providing opportunities to explore career fields. Our teens are paired with mentors and supported by program staff who share their lived experiences navigating higher education and professional endeavors. Program activities include:

– Researching colleges and trade schools, tailored to each participant’s needs
– Workplace site visits
– Career search surveys
– Career presentations from diverse professionals
– College panels featuring CYP program graduates
– Internship placement
– Interview practice
– Resume writing
– College admission test prep
– Completing college and trade School applications
– Exploring financial aid options
– Career mentoring
– College survival/study skills
– Addressing University and professional worksite culture shock
– Weekly tutoring on college campuses and worksites
– Parent sessions and support

CYP exists to serve those youth most in need and least likely to access youth services. To enable easy access to programs, all programs are free and provide free transportation.

Our wraparound program model allows for our program youth to succeed and to achieve their full potential. Our programming has been recognized for long-term engagement (an average of 9 years for high school graduates, who then continue to stay engaged throughout higher education) and data tracking and analytics. Our programming has also been noted for its effectiveness in impacting behaviors and attitudes, including articles in peer-reviewed journals such as BMC Public Health and Pediatrics Annals. College completion and career placement success rates are over five times those of their community peers.

Total Project Budget: $69,647 

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): There is no current committed or potential funding for this project.

Project Duration: Ongoing, with year-round programming
Geographical Area Served: Chicago
Age Group To Be Served: High school students, typically aged 14-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Dr.
Contact First Name: Joseph
Contact Last Name: DiCara
Contact Title: Founder, Board of Directors, Volunteer CEO
Contact Phone: (312) 399-4964
Contact Email: jdicara_cyp@yahoo.com