Options for Youth

05/28/2026

Don't miss out on a summer job! Scan the QR code or visit Options4youth.org to sign up!

05/27/2026

SEATS ARE FILLING UP! Don't miss your chance at a summer job! Scan the QR code now or check out Options4youth.org for more info.

05/14/2026

Summer work opportunities offered by Options for Youth!
Application deadline is in 2 weeks!

05/13/2026

With a record number of graduates this year, Options for Youth could not be prouder of its What's Up with Manhood graduates!

05/10/2026

At Options for Youth, Mother’s Day is EVERY DAY. 💐

05/08/2026

05/07/2026

🚨IMPORTANT REMINDER 🚨

The federal government has made changes to SNAP and some customers will lose benefits on May 1, 2026, if they aren’t meeting or exempt from new work requirements. Here’s what to do:

📝 1) Complete the screener to see if you are impacted and whether you may be able to file an exemption: https://aberp.illinois.gov/screener/ABAWD?lang=EN

💻 2) Customers can meet the new requirements by working, volunteering, or participating in a training or education program. Visit: https://www.dhs.state.il.us/?item=177800

05/07/2026

Summer EBT ya regresó para ayudar a familias elegibles a comprar comida durante los meses de verano.

Cada niño que califique recibirá un beneficio único de $120.

La mayoría de los niños elegibles recibirán los beneficios automáticamente, pero algunos podrían necesitar presentar una solicitud.

💻 Visita abe.illinois.gov/sebtPortal para:
• Usar la herramienta y verificar si calificas
• Saber si necesitas presentar una solicitud
• Obtener información sobre Summer EBT