City of Aurora Youth Services

11/04/2026

Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley Applications are NOW OPEN!!!!

Students can now submit their application for a variety of scholarships, now through January 20, 2027! The great part: you only need to fill out ONE application!!!

More information and the application can be found at cffrv.org

City of Aurora, IL, Government

10/30/2026

AURORA YOUTH COUNCIL AIMS TO CONTINUE BEING A VOICE FOR THEIR PEERS!

The Aurora Youth Council, comprised of student leaders from every Aurora-area high school, meets monthly to discuss a variety of topics, while advocating for Aurora's youth! We are excited to welcome the AYC for the 2026-27 school year as they plan several initiatives, including several youth engagement events, a community Thanksgiving dinner, volunteering at the Festival of Lights, and planning their annual Youth Summit!

Interested in being on this board? We are currently accepting applications for high school students from Aurora Christian Schools & Batavia High School, who are also Aurora residents!

Applications can be found at www.aurora.il.us/Recreation-and-Amenities/Youth-Activities-and-Services/Aurora-Youth-Council

Our next meeting is Wednesday, November 18 at 4:30 pm at City Hall (5th floor)!

City of Aurora, IL, Government

10/27/2026

LAST CHANCE TO ENJOY SOME STREET SOCCER BEFORE THE SEASON ENDS! ⚽🎃

Our portable soccer field is still up at Garfield Park! This is your last chance to enjoy some soccer with your friends before we pack it up for the winter! Your last day to play on our soccer field will be this Sunday, November 1! Our soccer field will be stored away during the winter months and return in May 2027!!!

Friendly reminder that our soccer field is for youth, 17 and under, and are not meant for organized soccer leagues or team practices. All park rules apply.

Questions or to report any issues, please call the City of Aurora's Youth Services at 630-256-3402

UPDATED: FINAL STOP FOR PORTABLE SOCCER FIELD MAKES ITS WAY BACK TO GARFIELD PARK! ⚽🎃

The final location for our portable soccer field will be at Garfield Park (825 Sheffer Road. Aurora, IL), starting tomorrow, October 2 (instead of today due to the rain)! This is your last chance to enjoy some soccer with your friends before we pack it up for the winter! Our soccer field will remain at Garfield Park until October 31!!!

Friendly reminder that our soccer field is for youth, 17 and under, and are not meant for organized soccer leagues or team practices. All park rules apply.

Questions or to report any issues, please call the City of Aurora's Youth Services at 630-256-3402

City of Aurora, IL, Government- City of Aurora en Español

10/20/2026

MATH MASTERY LIVE W/HAN ZHANGO!

Join the Aurora Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Advisory Board as they present Math Mastery Live, effective study habits while learning science and math mastery! This virtual session will feature YouTube creator and Columbia University graduate,

Scan the QR code and find more information below ⤵

10/19/2026

YOUTH CLIMATE ACTION FUND APPLICATION DEADLINE IS OCTOBER 16; YOUTH INVITED TO APPLY TODAY ♻

In partnership with Bloomberg Philanthropies, youth &
young adults ages 15-24 are invited to submit a project
for funding up to $5,000 each through the Youth
Climate Action Fund! Proposed projects must align with
the City of Aurora’s Sustainability Plan & take place in
Aurora. Projects can focus on tree planting, waste
reduction, water protection, and much more!

Interested applicants are encouraged to use our office
hours for any questions regarding this grant. Office
hours are Tuesdays from 2-4pm (call 630-256-3416)
and Wednesdays from 10am-12pm (call 630-256-3402)
or email [email protected]

More information about this grant can be found at
www.aurora.il.us/YCAF

Join us as we make history and work towards a greener
& more sustainable Aurora!

10/16/2026

YOUTH CLIMATE ACTION FUND GRANT APPLICATIONS DUE TODAY BY 5PM CST!!! ♻🌳⛈

Applications for project proposals for our Youth Climate Action Fund grant are due today, October 16, by 5pm CST. Turn your green idea for our City into action! Young people (ages 15-24) may apply to receive up to $5,000 towards their initiatives! Must be youth-led, partner with an agency (school, non-profit), based in Aurora, and aligned with at least one of the focus areas of the City of Aurora, IL, Government's Sustainability Plan!

Please visit www.aurora.il.us/YCAF for more information to submit your project proposal NOW!!!

Bloomberg Philanthropies

10/16/2026

FRED RODGERS MAGNET ACADEMY STUDENTS RECITE THEIR 'WHERE I'M FROM POEMS' TO CITY OF AURORA LEADERSHIP! 🎙

In one of the greatest events of the year, we welcomed students from the Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy (East Aurora School District 131) to Downtown Aurora where they toured many historical sites and read their "Where I'm From Poems" to several City leaders, including Mayor Laesch.

The Where I'm From Poems, as part of a year-long series focusing on local history, students pour their hearts into beautiful works of art, inspired by their family's stories, history, and culture, while celebrating their lives in the City of Lights!

THANK YOU to all our poets and students visiting, the FRMA staff for continuing this important project, and a special thank you to our hosts, The Venue and their incredible staff for opening their doors to our youth for this incredible event!!!

City of Aurora, IL, Government

10/15/2026

CONGRATULATIONS ONCE AGAIN TO BEDNARCIK & HERGET FOR THEIR COL CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP WINS!!! 🏆🥇

The first place teams representing the Bednarcik Bulldogs (Oswego Community Unit School District 308) and the Herget Huskies (West Aurora School District 129) were honored last night at the City of Aurora, IL, Government's City Council meeting! Student-athletes all received a Mayoral recognition for their outstanding performances at this year's City of Lights Track meet!

Keep up the great work, you make us all

10/14/2026

YOUTH CLIMATE ACTION FUND APPLICATION DEADLINE IS THIS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16; YOUTH APPLY TODAY ♻

In partnership with Bloomberg Philanthropies, youth &
young adults ages 15-24 are invited to submit a project
for funding up to $5,000 each through the Youth
Climate Action Fund! Proposed projects must align with
the City of Aurora’s Sustainability Plan & take place in
Aurora. Projects can focus on tree planting, waste
reduction, water protection, and much more!

Interested applicants are encouraged to use our office
hours for any questions regarding this grant. Office
hours are Tuesdays from 2-4pm (call 630-256-3416)
and Wednesdays from 10am-12pm (call 630-256-3402)
or email [email protected]

More information about this grant can be found at
www.aurora.il.us/YCAF

Join us as we make history and work towards a greener
& more sustainable Aurora!

East Aurora School District 131
West Aurora School District 129
Indian Prairie School District
Oswego Community Unit School District 308
Waubonsee Community College
Aurora University
College of DuPage
Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) Official Site

10/09/2026

SIMMONS TAKES HOME COL BOYS SOCCER CHAMPIONSHIP!!! 🏆⚽

Congratulations to the Panthers of Simmons Middle School (East Aurora School District 131) for their impressive 1st place win last night at the 2026 City of Lights Boys Soccer tournament!!!

We look forward to celebrating this amazing team on Tuesday, October 20 at 5pm at City Council (44 E. Downer Place)!

Great job to all our student-athletes, coaches, and a special thank you to our families for their continued support!!!

City of Aurora, IL, Government