Youth Job Center

10/05/2026

🧡 We’re all in on DAF Day! Watch this Space on Thursday!

On October 8, people everywhere are increasing the impact of their Donor-Advised Funds by giving together, and we’re thrilled to be part of it.

If you have a DAF, this is your chance to join a nationwide wave of generosity and support Youth Job Center.

Every grant recommended through your DAF helps us equip youth with a plan, a path, and a placement towards economic independence.

📅 Save the date - DAF Day is Thursday, October 8, 2026
🔗 Learn how to give: https://youthjobcenter.org/yjc-annual-appeal

Let’s show what’s possible when we give together.

10/02/2026

Employer of the Month! This month, we're spotlighting Waterway, a YJC employer partner since May 2025. Waterway regularly hires YJC clients as Customer Service Associates, making it a great opportunity for young people looking to land their first or second job. With locations on the north side, Waterway is also a great fit for our Evanston-based young people looking to start their careers close to home.

What makes Waterway stand out as a partner is their consistent engagement, from accepting client referrals to showing up in person at job fairs and hiring events. That hands-on involvement makes a real difference in how quickly our clients can connect with real opportunities.

Just this week, Waterway welcomed their newest YJC hire, Dhrain Mohammed, who started working there with support from his career coach, Maurie.

Thank you, Waterway, for investing in the next generation of the workforce!

09/29/2026

We're nearly 2 weeks away from the Transportation, Distribution, Logistics, and Manufacturing Job Fair! Hosted by National Able Network at Oakton College in Skokie, in partnersWe're nearly 2 weeks away from the Transportation, Distribution, Logistics, and Manufacturing Job Fair! Hosted by National Able Network at in Skokie, in partnership with the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership.

This is an amazing opportunity to be connected with employers from a variety of industries, including:

Automotive, Wholesale, Fabrication, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and many more!

Register today and take the next step in advancing your career:
https://bit.ly/4yUcxcc

09/24/2026

🎉 It's National Workforce Development Month! Give to our annual appeal today and help shape a young person's future.

Take Andres, who came to Youth Job Center without a clear plan, just like a lot of young people do. Through paid work experience, career coaching, and a whole lot of exploration (a bakery, a pharmacy, before dental care finally clicked), he found his path.

Today, Andres is a dental assistant at Lincoln Smiles Family Dentistry, and he's already coaching toward his next goal.

His story is just the beginning. Over the next several months, we'll be sharing more journeys like his, the setbacks, the growth, and the careers built because supporters like you showed up.

Right now, youth unemployment is nearly double the national rate. The need has never been greater. Will you help us equip more young people with a plan, a path, and a placement toward economic independence? 💚

👉 youthjobcenter.org/yjc-annual-appeal

09/18/2026

A few favorite moments from the 2026 Youth Job Center Golf Outing!

From the first tee to the final putt, it was an incredible day of golf, connection, and community, all in support of young people building meaningful careers and brighter futures.

We’re so grateful to every golfer, sponsor, donor, volunteer, and supporter who helped make this year’s outing possible. Your support helps Youth Job Center continue equipping young people with the skills, coaching, connections, and opportunities they need to work toward economic independence.

Thank you for showing up for YJC and the young people we serve. We couldn’t do this work without you. 💚

And if you weren’t able to join us on the course, there’s still time to be part of the impact! We’re continuing to work toward this year’s fundraising goal, and every gift gets us closer.

🔗 Donate today: https://youthjobcenter.org/givingyjc

09/18/2026

09/15/2026

What a day! 💚⛳

Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for the 2026 Youth Job Center Golf Outing! From our golfers and sponsors to our volunteers, donors, partners, and supporters, you helped make the day one to remember.

We’re incredibly grateful for a community that continues to show up for young people and invest in their paths toward meaningful careers and economic independence.

And while the golf may be over, we’re not quite at the finish line yet.

We’re still working toward our Golf Outing fundraising goal, and there’s still time to help us get there. Every gift supports Youth Job Center’s work equipping young people with the coaching, skills, connections, and opportunities they need to build their futures.

💚 Help us close the gap and reach our goal: https://youthjobcenter.org/givingyjc

Thank you for being part of the YJC community and for making an impact both on and off the course.

09/13/2026

Tomorrow's the day!

We're excited to welcome everyone to the 2026 Youth Job Center Golf Outing.

Thank you to every golfer, sponsor, volunteer, and supporter who has helped make this event possible. Your generosity helps create opportunities that extend far beyond the golf course.

Travel safely, bring your clubs, and get ready for a fantastic day. We'll see you in the morning!

⛳ See you on the first tee!

09/10/2026

⛳ to last year’s Youth Job Center Golf Outing!

Great golf, great company, and an even greater reason to come together. Last year’s outing brought our community to the course in support of YJC’s work connecting young people with the skills, opportunities, and support they need to build their futures.

This Monday, we get to do it all again.

Join us September 14 at Ravinia Green Country Club for the 2026 Youth Job Center Golf Outing. There’s still time to grab your spot, gather your foursome, and spend the day supporting young people in our community.

🏌️ 18 holes of golf
🍽️ Lunch, cocktails + dinner
🏆 On-course contests
💚 A day that directly supports YJC’s mission

Registration closes soon. Don’t miss your chance to join us!

🔗 Register at the link in bio.