Chicago Voyagers serves Chicagoland youth most in need of hope and healing. With your help, we offer free programming, transportation, nutritious meals, and all the gear needed for their journeys. Additionally, our trained staff provide critical emotional support to help teens manage their trauma, build confidence, and learn important life skills.
$25 restocks a medical kit to keep our kids safe
$50 covers the cost of a campsite for one night
$75 buys a bear canister to protect our food supply while in the wilderness
$100 rents a satellite phone for a week in case of an emergency
$160 covers all the costs for one day for one youth on an overnight program
$250 buys a new tent to keep teens warm and dry
$500 provides enough food for a group of 8 on a week-long expedition
$750 sponsors a year of programming for a youth
A $55 donation sponsors one teen for a day!
Most importantly, your support helps young people develop the skills and resilience needed to overcome life’s challenges and have a happy and healthy future.
Chicago Voyagers is a registered 501(c)(3) organization. Donations are tax-deductible.
Your generosity enables us to serve young people facing systemic barriers to success. Together, we are positively impacting hundreds of teens every year. Recent accomplishments include:
We serve 400 teens a year
Our 1:2 adult-to-teen ratio enables us to connect one-on-one
92% of our kids grow in responsible behavior
92% of our kids see improvement in their teamwork skills
94% of our kids build self-confidence
Feedback from community partners and the youth we serve remind us that Chicago Voyagers’ programs are not simply outdoor activities; they are life-changing experiences.
You can positively change a young person’s life! Donate today.
Questions about financial contributions? Contact us. We’re happy to help.
Chicago Voyagers is a GuideStar Platinum Participant