Urban Initiatives
Providing sports-based social-emotional learning programs for Chicago youth.
Company facts
- Founded
- 2003
- Employees
- 308
- Headquarters
- United States
- Type
- Non-Profit
About
Urban Initiatives is a Chicago‑based nonprofit that empowers youth to become community change agents through a whole‑child approach integrating education, health, and leadership development. Leveraging sport and play, the organization partners with schools, families, and community stakeholders to deliver health, academic, character, and volunteering programs to over 15,000 students across 50 public schools. By fostering healthy lifestyles, academic achievement, and personal growth, Urban Initiatives equips young people with the skills and confidence to reach their full potential and drive systemic community improvement.