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Events

October 24, 2024 12:00am – 11:59pm

Lights on Afterschool 2024

On October 24, we invite you to join us in celebrating #LightsOnAfterschool—a nationwide movement dedicated to raising awareness about the vital role afterschool programs play in shaping young lives! We'll be celebrating with the launch of Y.O.U. & Me on our social media, where our youth will share what Y.O.U. means to them. We’d love to hear from you too! What does afterschool…More

October 1, 2024 9:00am – 2:00pm

Y.O.U. Job Fair

Y.O.U. is hiring! Come join an amazing team of diverse professionals dedicated to youth success. Y.O.U. has served Evanston youth for more than 50 years. We provide comprehensive benefits and perks. Please bring a resume and 3 references. Contact talent@youthopportunity.org with any questions. Where: Y.O.U. Headquarters, 1911 Church Street, Evanston, IL 60201 When: October 1st, 9am-2pm Full…More

July 25, 2024 4:30pm – 6:00pm

Summer Showcase 2024

Come out to support Y.O.U. youth this Thursday during our Summer Showcase! Expect a "science fair" style event where our kids will be presenting their accomplishments from summer program. This free event, held at Nichols Middle School (800 Greenleaf Strett) will consist of exciting demos of dance, music, drama, cooking, and so much more. Bring your family and friends for a great time. More

July 15, 2024 12:30pm – 7:30pm

Bill Nelson Memorial Foundation Golf Outing

The Bill Nelson Memorial Foundation invites you to its 2nd Annual Golf Outing! The Bill Nelson Memorial Foundation is a longtime supporter of Y.O.U., and funds raised from this event will support sporting experiences for Y.O.U. youth including Cubs games, Northwestern Football and Men's and Women's Basketball games. This event, which will take place at the Chevy Chase County Club in Wheeling, …More

June 6, 2024 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Trivia Night at Double Clutch

Join Y.O.U. in a decades-themed trivia night focused on pop culture from the 70s through today! Fun prizes will be awarded to the winning teams. Dressing as your favorite decade is encouraged but not required! Tickets are $25 and include trivia and a beer or non-alcoholic beverage. A Y.O.U. branded beer will be available and a percentage of the proceeds will support Y.O.U. The event is open to all ages but IDs wil…More

March 9, 2024 6:00pm

Y.O.U.’s 53rd Annual Benefit

Come join us for a fun evening celebrating Y.O.U.! When & Where Saturday, March 9th Palmhouse 619 Howard Street Evanston, IL The Evening 6:00 pm  |  Cocktail Hour 7:00 pm  |  Food Stations by Peckish Pig 7:30 pm  |  Program with a silent auction 8:00 pm  |  Dessert & Mingling Complimentary Valet is included with the purchase of your ticket…More

January 15, 2024 2:00pm – 3:30pm

Diverse Communities United (DCU) 2024

UPDATE: Due to extremely cold temperatures today's DCU event has been cancelled. Join us for our 19th Annual DCU Event! Monday, January 15, 2024 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. | Evanston Township High School Auditorium 1600 Dodge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201 Diverse Communities United (DCU) is Y.O.U.'s annual celebration of peace, diversity, unity, leadership, and service help in honor of Dr. Martin Luthe…More

January 16, 2023 2:00pm – 3:30pm

2023 Diverse Communities United (DCU)

Join us for our 18th Annual DCU Event! Monday, January 16, 2023 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. | Evanston Township High School Auditorium 1600 Dodge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201 Diverse Communities United (DCU) is Y.O.U.'s annual celebration of peace, diversity, unity, leadership, and service help in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. This year's theme is "It Starts with Me: Cultivating a Beloved Comm…More

September 2, 2022 10:00am – 3:00pm

Come Join our Team! Y.O.U. Job Fair on September 2nd!

Y.O.U. is hiring! Come join an amazing team of diverse professionals dedicated to youth success. Y.O.U. has served Evanston youth for more than 50 years. We provide comprehensive benefits and perks. Together, we do great things. Contact information: talent@youthopportunity.org  Full job descriptions can be viewed at: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs?clientkey=D2CBA72506C3E28F66A775473A…More

March 7, 2021 1:00am

50th Annual Benefit

Celebrating 50 Years of Y.O.U. Y.O.U. cordially invites you to join us virtually to celebrate 50 years of expanding opportunity and empowering youth. When: Saturday, March 6, 2021 Where: This year's event is virtual! Join us from wherever you are in the world.  The Evening: 6:30PM Optional Zoom Parties for Ticket Purchasers 7:00PM Program 7:45PM After Party BUY TICKETS OR REGISTER HERE…More

January 18, 2021 7:00pm

Diverse Communities United 2021

Monday, January 18 Diverse Communities United (DCU) is Y.O.U.’s  annual youth-led community event celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy and vision for a peaceful, just, and equitable world. In January 2021 we are not able to gather at ETHS for our usual DCU program, but we cannot let this important day go unrecognized. We hope you enjoy this DCU video message, join us in celebrating …More

December 18, 2020 1:00am – 2:00am

Supporting Yourself & Youth Through Stay at Home Orders and Quarantine

Supporting Yourself & Youth Through Stay at Home Orders and Quarantine, a virtual workshop for adult caregivers of youth in elementary or middle school As we enter winter break, come join this discussion on best practices to support yourself and youth while at home. Learn and share new ways to navigate this particularly challenging time and connect with other caregivers in the community.  Thursday, Dec…More

May 29, 2020 12:00am

Connecting with Y.O.U.

You’re invited to a special virtual event with Y.O.U.’s clinical team! Our dedicated team of clinicians will give you a behind-the-scenes look at how Y.O.U. provides comprehensive social-emotional support, counseling services, and community outreach for youth and their families. Y.O.U. will also provide an update on our COVID-19 response and how we continue to meet the emerging needs of Y.O.U. families. T…More

April 28, 2020 12:00am

Connecting with Y.O.U

Join Y.O.U. for a special virtual event with our high school program team! They’ll talk about how Y.O.U. provides academic support and opportunities for career exploration, leadership development, and enrichment to youth during their high school years, as well as during the critical transition times into and out of high school. The team will answer your questions live, providing a unique opportunity for you to …More

January 20, 2020 8:00pm – 9:30pm

Diverse Communities United

Join us for our 15th Annual DCU Event! Monday, January 20, 2020 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. | Evanston Township High School Auditorium 1600 Dodge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201 Diverse Communities United (DCU) is Y.O.U.'s annual celebration of peace, diversity, unity, leadership, and service help in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. This year's theme is "I Am My Ancestors' Wildest Dreams." Th…More

July 26, 2018 10:00pm – 11:30pm

Summer Showcase

Thursday, July 26, 2018 5–6:30 p.m. | The Levy Center 300 Dodge Avenue, Evanston This free, family-friendly, expo-style event is open to all! Join us for youth led interactive presentations and performances showcasing the projects and experiences they have engaged in throughout the eight-week summer program. We’ll see you at the Showcase!   More

May 1, 2018 11:00pm – May 2, 2018 1:00am

40 FOR 40 Launch Party

You’re invited to the official launch party on May 1, 2018 for Y.O.U.’s new young professional society, 40 FOR 40! Join inaugural members and other young professionals who have a desire to give back for a fun night at Five & Dime in Evanston. More

March 4, 2018 12:00am – 4:00am

Annual Benefit 2018

Celebrate with us! Y.O.U.'s 47th Annual Benefit will be on Saturday, March 3rd, 2018, at the Evanston Golf Club. This years theme will be, "Celebrating Y.O.U.'s Superheroes!" Please visit the below link to register. We look forward to celebrating with you soon! If you have any questions, please contact Katie Wade at kwade@youthopportunity.org. REGISTER HERE More

March 17, 2017 4:00pm – 6:00pm

McGaw YMCA and Y.O.U. Invite All Girls to "Take Over"

All middle school-aged students who identify as female are invited to take over the McGaw YMCA’s MetaMedia digital media lab! On March 17, from 4 to 6 p.m., “Girls Take Over” will provide STEM-related activities free of charge. Girls Take Over is sponsored by the McGaw YMCA, Youth and Opportunity United (Y.O.U.) and the Evanston Public Library. The Chicago Foundation For Women’s North Shore…More

February 28, 2022

Y.O.U. 2022 Annual Benefit Pivot

Join us in our 2022 pivot! 100% of your support will support empowering youth and expanding opportunities. Make a Donation Purchase Raffle Tickets In lieu of participating in our traditional event, please contribute directly to our vital work using the Donation and Raffle links above! Your gift is 100% tax-deductible. If you would like to make your gift via check, donor-advised fund, or stock transfer, pleas…More