Communities In Schools (CIS) of Chicago
Non-profit OrganizationsIllinois, United States51-200 Employees
CIS of Chicago is a mid-sized nonprofit organization and an affiliate of Communities In Schools, Inc., a national network focused on youth services. Founded in 1988 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the organization seeks to surround students with a community of support to help them stay in school and succeed in life. It operates two core programs, the Intensive Program and the Partnership Program, delivering supports through its trained staff and a broad network of community partners to connect schools and students with services and resources. It collaborates with Chicago Public Schools to expand access to support services, and in the 2023-24 academic year partnered with 238 public schools across the city. Independent studies cited in its description indicate a positive impact on student success when CIS works with schools. The organization is based in Chicago and operates within the nonprofit sector.