UCAN (Chicago)

Individual and Family ServicesIllinois, United States201-500 Employees

UCAN (Chicago) is a Chicago-based social service organization focusing on healing, education, and empowerment for youth and families affected by trauma. Serving more than 10,000 individuals annually, the agency offers a broad continuum of trauma-informed programs, including clinical and counseling services, support for pregnant or parenting teens, foster care placement, a therapeutic youth home, a therapeutic day school, transitional living options, workforce development, youth leadership initiatives, and violence prevention. Its work targets vulnerable children and families, aiming to foster resilience and leadership by integrating community resources, mentorship, and developmental opportunities within diverse and culturally competent programming. Founded in 1869 by St. Pauls United Church of Christ, UCAN emphasizes diversity as a core value and maintains a long-standing commitment to social justice, community collaboration, and serving at-risk populations in the West Chicago area. A recent development includes launching REACH 21-a, a program designed to support youth through mentorship, education, athletics, job training, mental wellness, and restorative justice practices.

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