Choices Youth Development Organization

10/13/2026

We are excited to begin our tenth year of serving and empowering youth throughout Chicago’s Southland communities. As we look back and celebrate this milestone, we remain committed to inspiring young people to make good choices, dream big, and work hard toward a brighter future.
Special thanks to The Southland Juvenile Justice Council Matteson Public Library, Elementary District 159, Village of Matteson, Matteson Police Department , Volunteers, Guest Speakers and Parents for your continued support

10/08/2026

09/17/2026

We are excited to begin our tenth year serving youth in Chicago’s South Suburbs. This year, we are expanding our youth mental health initiative and seeking volunteers to help support this vital mission. Interested in getting involved? Contact us today!

06/10/2026

The 159 District Introduction to Golf Academy

The mentors of Choices (OBC and Sista to Sister) served as instructors for this program which was designed for elementary school students grades 3 through 5. The four-week program introduced students to the game of golf while teaching important life skills such as patience, focus, discipline, effective decision making and sportsmanship. Congratulations to our young golfers who completed the program and thanks to 159 board member Kim Johnson who came out in support of our student golfers

06/10/2026

Support Our Own at the Juneteenth Freedom Day Event
We are proud to support one of our own, mentor co-director Juan Coleman lead singer of the Soul Collective Band as they perform at the Juneteenth Freedom Day Event.
We encourage everyone to come out and represent as we celebrate this important occasion with one of our dedicated leaders and his talented band.
See you there!

06/02/2026

Parent Night (2)
Our Annual Parent Night was a wonderful evening filled with family, friendship, food, and fun. This special event gave parents, guardians, mentors, and supporters the opportunity to come together and enjoy time with others who share a common interest in supporting and encouraging our youth.
We had Grown Folk Fun

06/02/2026

Parent Night
Our Annual Parent Night was a wonderful evening filled with family, friendship, food, and fun. This special event gave parents, guardians, mentors, and supporters the opportunity to come together and enjoy time with others who share a common interest in supporting and encouraging our youth.
We had GROWN FOLK FUN

05/04/2026

05/01/2026

The Importance of the Fire Department in Our Community
The fire department plays a vital role in keeping our community safe. Today, the young men of Choice’s OBC had the opportunity to visit Firehouse #1 in Matteson. Illinois. This visit was about more than learning what firefighters do, including responding to fires, assisting with medical calls, conducting rescues, and providing community education. It was also about understanding character. Being a firefighter requires more than physical strength. It takes courage, discipline, integrity, and a true commitment to serving others. Firefighters must think quickly, work as a team, and consistently put the needs of the community before their own. These are the very qualities we want our young men to learn, embrace, and carry with them as they grow into strong leaders.

Thanks to the Matteson Fire Department for their commitment to the youth in our community.

04/28/2026

Family Matters
We are grateful for all the parents and families who joined us for our Family Week events, including the Family Skate. These moments created valuable opportunities for our mentees and their families to engage, bond, eat, and have fun together. We especially want to recognize the guardians teachers, grandparents, and foster parents who showed up. Their presence showed an unwavering commitment to the children in their care