Knox Family Foundation

06/03/2026

📢 A Message from Our Founder & CEO

This Men’s Health & Mental Health Awareness Month, hear from our Founder & CEO, Glenn Knox.

💙 See the flyer below.

06/02/2026

Gun violence is more than a headline-it is a crisis affecting our families, neighborhoods, and future.

This Gun Violence Awareness Month, let us stand together across Chicago and the South Suburbs to break the cycle of violence. By investing in our youth, supporting one another, and creating opportunities for success, we can build stronger, safer communities.

Our children deserve hope. Our neighborhoods deserve peace. Our city deserves better.

Together, we can end the violence and raise the next generation of leaders.

🧡 Wear Orange. Speak Up. Take Action.

05/30/2026

Mental health 🧠 is just as important as physical health. Seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Through our LIGHT Youth Health & Wellness Program, we are now offering FREE behavioral counseling services for youth and adults, provided by licensed counselors in partnership with Rooted In Purpose Foundation.

05/28/2026

🚨 Enrollment is NOW OPEN! 🚨

Join the LEAD Youth Development Program hosted at the Matteson Community Center in partnership with the Village of Matteson!

FREE leadership, career readiness, mentorship, and hands-on activities for youth grades 6-12. Spots are limited - enroll today

https://www.villageofmatteson.org/program/after-school_care/lead_youth_development.php

05/28/2026

We are proud to partner with the Cook County Sheriff’s Office to launch the LEAD Reentry Workforce & Leadership Initiative at Cook County Jail.

This impactful program is designed to equip returning citizens with workforce readiness skills, leadership development, life skills, and career preparation to support successful reintegration and long-term success.

Together, we are investing in second chances, stronger communities, and brighter futures.

05/15/2026

05/14/2026

🌟 South Suburban Families - Your Child’s Future Starts Here! 🌟

The Knox Family Foundation, in proud partnership with Village of Matteson, is excited to announce enrollment is now OPEN for our 2026 LEAD Youth Development & Leadership Program!

If you have a student entering 6th-12th grade and your family resides in the South Suburban communities, this is an incredible opportunity to help your child build confidence, leadership skills, career readiness, and real-world experience-all at no cost to families.

Through interactive workshops, mentorship, hands-on learning, and workforce development experiences, students will be empowered to lead in school, in life, and within their communities.

📍 Hosted at the Matteson Community Center
📅 Wednesdays & Thursdays | June 10 - July 9, 2026
💲 Completely FREE for eligible youth

Families from Matteson and surrounding South Suburban communities are encouraged to apply today. Space is limited, and enrollment will fill quickly!

🔗 Secure your child’s spot by using the enrollment link below or scanning the QR code on the flyer.

https://register.capturepoint.com/reg/cat_program_list_detail.cfm?season_id=25169&program_id=2860605

Together, we’re building the next generation of leaders-right here in the South Suburbs. 💙💚

05/13/2026

📚🌱 The Knox Family Foundation is honored to partner with Richton Park Public Library, host of the 2026 Summer Reading Program: “Plant a Seed, Read” Kick-Off Party!

We’re proud to join the library and an incredible network of community partners on Saturday, June 6 | 11AM-1PM to help create a day centered around literacy, learning, health, and opportunity for children and families throughout our community.

A special thank you to Richton Park Public Library for leading this impactful initiative and for their continued commitment to planting seeds of knowledge that help young minds grow.

We can’t wait to see families come together for books, resources, fun, and community connection!

📍 Richton Park, Illinois

04/21/2026

More Than a Logo. It’s Our Story. 🌱

At Knox Family Foundation, every detail of our logo represents who we are and who we serve.

The figures at the center symbolize family, unity, and community-a reflection of how we uplift youth and support one another through every stage of growth.

The tree above represents development, resilience, and opportunity. Just like the young people we serve, every leaf tells a story of potential, progress, and purpose.

And the foundation beneath reminds us that with the right support, anything can grow.

This isn’t just a design-it’s our commitment to building stronger futures, together.

You can be part of that growth.
Support our mission by donating, partnering, or sharing our work with your network. Every action helps us reach more youth and families.

🔗 Visit our website to learn more and get involved. Www.knoxfamilyfoundation.org

04/11/2026

April is Child Abuse Prevention & Awareness Month💙, and at the Knox Family Foundation, we stand firmly in our commitment to protect, uplift, and empower the youth we serve every single day.

Every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and seen. Yet too many young people in our communities face trauma, neglect, and environments that limit their ability to thrive. That’s why our work goes beyond programs-we create safe spaces, mentorship opportunities, and life-changing resources that help youth heal, grow, and succeed.

Through our youth development initiatives, advocacy efforts, and community partnerships across the South Suburbs and Chicagoland area, we are actively working to break cycles of abuse, provide positive outlets, and ensure that every young person knows their voice matters.

💙 This month, we encourage our community to:
• Speak up for children who may not have a voice
• Support organizations doing the work on the ground
• Educate others on the signs of abuse and prevention strategies
• Show up-because prevention starts with all of us

Together, we can build a future where every child is protected, valued, and given the opportunity to thrive.