— Give to YouthBuild Lake County

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Your gift helps young adults in Lake County earn their high school diplomas, train for careers, and find jobs they’re proud of.

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November 25 through December 15

DOUBLE YOURIMPACT.

The Healthcare Foundation of Northern Lake County will match all new and increased gifts made during this period, up to $10,000.

Make your donation and transform twice as many futures today.

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What your gift makes possible

  • Ashley

    Ashley

    “I was always the quiet girl, but the program helped me crack out of my shell and become a leader.”” – Ashley, Class of 2024 My life before…

    Read their story →: Ashley
  • Fernando

    Fernando

    “YouthBuild showed me a support system and that there are people out there beside your own family that will motivate you and help push you in the right…

    Read their story →: Fernando
  • Jade

    Jade

    “I can’t even put into words how much YouthBuild has changed my perspective. I was in a very negative headspace in my life and attending YouthBuild gave me…

    Read their story →: Jade
  • Phantasha

    Phantasha

    “Being here with my peers, it drives me. We all look forward to seeing each other and working together to get the job done. I wake up every…

    Read their story →: Phantasha
  • Alexa

    Alexa

    “I am excited for the future knowing I can keep growing and learning. I want to be able to help my kids with college and I know by…

    Read their story →: Alexa
  • Adrian

    Adrian

    “Without YouthBuild, I don’t know where I would be. I knew I needed to work towards getting my diploma, and now I have a career that will allow…

    Read their story →: Adrian
  • Chelsey

    Chelsey

    “YouthBuild really helped me build connections and taught me the importance of networking. I used to have a hard time talking to people but the staff helped me…

    Read their story →: Chelsey
  • Leo

    Leo

    “I had dropped out of high school because it wasn’t right for me. Because of YouthBuild, I now have my diploma and am working full time as a…

    Read their story →: Leo
  • Jose

    Jose

    “YouthBuild taught me how to be motivated and stay motivated. They taught me how to hold myself accountable and taught me a sense of professionalism and how to…

    Read their story →: Jose
  • Marisol

    Marisol

    “Through YouthBuild, I was able to finish my high school diploma and complete my CNA Program. I am proud to create a better life for my family.” –…

    Read their story →: Marisol
  • Alan

    Alan

    “I hope my son grows up to be better than I was, and learns from who I am now, not who I was before YouthBuild. If it wasn’t…

    Read their story →: Alan
  • Aaliayah

    Aaliayah

    “YouthBuild prepped me for going back to school. They taught me the importance of professionalism and how to properly conduct an interview.” – Aaliayah, Class of 2015 Aaliayah,…

    Read their story →: Aaliayah

Ways to get involved

YouthBuild participants and Old National Bank volunteers at a Lyons Woods Forest Preserve cleanup.

Volunteer

From mock interviews to park cleanups, individuals and corporations have many ways to get involved with YouthBuild Lake County.

Savion gaining work experience during an internship at Waukegan Computer.

Hire an Alumni

Whether through full-time employment or a three-week work experience internship, helping our participants and alumni launch their careers is one of the most direct ways to support them.

Guests enjoying a YouthBuild Lake County benefit event.

2027 Spring Benefit

Attend or sponsor the 2027 Spring Benefit. Celebrate our participants’ achievements and support education and career training for young adults. More information coming soon.

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