My program impacted my life because it allowed me to grow and get to know my community more. It allowed me to be myself.
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My program impacted my life because it allowed me to grow and get to know my community more. It allowed me to be myself.
²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ provides a safe environment for teens to be introduced to the working environment while doing activities that they enjoy.
²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ programs are offered across almost every Chicago neighborhood in schools, parks, community centers, libraries, and community organizations.
Our three ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ buildings, The Michael and Karyn Lutz Center for After School Matters, Gallery 37 for the Arts, and After School Matters at Gately Park are designed specifically for Chicago teens.
Learn more about our ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ providers who develop and deliver high-quality hands-on, project-based programs to Chicago teens.