Beacon Place

Beacon Place is a community center in Waukegan, IL that delivers programs to children and families.

Beacon Place is a community center in southeast Waukegan with programs for kids and adults that allow them to see a path toward their own brighter tomorrow by building the life skills they need, to achieve the dreams that they want. Established in the fall of 2012 by a group of dedicated and inspired individuals who recognized a significant need in southeast Waukegan and decided to do something ab

out it. In the spring of 2013, the founders of Beacon Place acquired an abandoned home at 603 McAlister in Waukegan that they envisioned would become a beacon to the neighbors, becoming a local community center that would deliver programs focused on food and nutrition, overall health, academic support and life skill development. With the belief in the power of neighbors helping neighbors, these volunteers listened closely to the needs of the families in their community and brought them programs and support that have allowed the people of the community to see a path to new opportunities in their lives.

06/19/2026

What a fantastic first week of Summer Programs at Beacon Place! ☀️💙

A special thank you to Loyola Academy for dedicating their entire week to supporting our classrooms, assisting with Summer Lunch Bunch, and engaging with our students. Your time, energy, and commitment made a meaningful impact on our community.

Our students kicked off the summer with a week full of learning, growth, new experiences, and community connections. We are excited for all that’s ahead this summer!

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¡Qué fantástica primera semana de Programas de Verano en Beacon Place! ☀️💙

Un agradecimiento especial a Loyola Academy por dedicar toda una semana a apoyar nuestros salones de clase, colaborar con Summer Lunch Bunch y participar activamente con nuestros estudiantes. Su tiempo, energía y compromiso tuvieron un impacto significativo en nuestra comunidad.

Nuestros estudiantes dieron inicio al verano con una semana llena de aprendizaje, crecimiento, nuevas experiencias y conexiones comunitarias. ¡Estamos muy emocionados por todo lo que nos espera este verano!

06/14/2026

We’re excited to introduce our amazing 2026 Summer Interns, who have spent the past two weeks preparing to make this summer unforgettable for our students and families.

Join us in welcoming this talented team as we kick off Summer Programs on Monday, June 15! We can’t wait for a season filled with learning, growth, and fun at Beacon Place. 💙
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Nos complace presentar a nuestros increíbles Pasantes de Verano 2026, quienes han dedicado las últimas dos semanas a prepararse para hacer de este verano una experiencia inolvidable para nuestros estudiantes y sus familias.

¡Acompáñennos a dar la bienvenida a este talentoso equipo mientras damos inicio a nuestros Programas de Verano el lunes 15 de junio! Estamos emocionados por una temporada llena de aprendizaje, crecimiento y diversión en Beacon Place. 💙

06/08/2026

Last week we honored six graduating seniors from Beacon Place—Adan, Alexandra, Dominik, Eli, Jessi, and Melissa as they step confidently into their next chapter. We are so proud of who they are and who
they’re becoming.

One student reflected on their journey at Beacon Place and shared a favorite memory: “I was so nervous ice skating for the first time that I kept hanging onto the wall…but eventually I gained the confidence to skate on
my own.”

That’s what Beacon Place is all about—building confidence, creating memories, and helping our students grow.

A special thank you to co-founder, Peggy Talbot for being part of this meaningful evening, and to our families for your unwavering dedication
to Beacon Place.

Join us in celebrating these remarkable seniors and wishing them continued success in the exciting journey ahead! 💙🎓
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La semana pasada homenajeamos a seis estudiantes de último año de Beacon Place—Adán, Alexandra, Dominik, Eli, Jessi y Melissa—mientras dan con confianza el siguiente paso hacia una nueva etapa de sus vidas. Estamos muy orgullosos de quiénes son y de las personas en las que se están convirtiendo.

Uno de los estudiantes reflexionó sobre su trayectoria en Beacon Place y compartió uno de sus recuerdos favoritos: “Estaba tan nervioso la primera vez que fui a patinar sobre hielo que no dejaba de agarrarme de la pared… pero, con el tiempo, adquirí la confianza suficiente para patinar por mi cuenta”.

Eso es precisamente lo que representa Beacon Place: fomentar la confianza, crear recuerdos y ayudar a nuestros estudiantes a crecer.

Un agradecimiento muy especial a la cofundadora, Peggy Talbot, por acompañarnos en esta significativa velada, y a nuestras familias por su dedicación inquebrantable a Beacon Place.

¡Únanse a nosotros para celebrar a estos extraordinarios estudiantes de último año y desearles mucho éxito en la emocionante aventura que les espera!

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06/02/2026

☀️ It has been a busy few weeks at Beacon Place as we prepare for our Summer Programs starting on Monday, June 15th!☀️

Day 2 of Summer Internship training focused on building the skills and confidence needed for a successful summer at Beacon Place! Interns continued learning about program expectations, volunteer engagement, and strategies for creating positive experiences for the children and families we serve. We cannot run our summer programs without our Summer Interns!

We’re excited to see this team grow, learn, and make an impact throughout the summer.💙

05/13/2026

We recently wrapped up our Spring Session and are getting ready for our Summer Programs starting on June 15th! ☀️

Join us this summer at Beacon Place for exciting activities, hands-on learning, and plenty of opportunities for students to connect, grow, and have fun all season long! 💙
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¡Recientemente terminamos nuestra sesión de primavera y nos estamos preparando para nuestros Programas de Verano que comienzan el 15 de junio! ☀️

¡Únase a nosotros este verano en Beacon Place para disfrutar de actividades emocionantes, aprendizaje práctico y muchas oportunidades para que los estudiantes se conecten, crezcan y se diviertan durante toda la temporada! 💙

05/02/2026

Our first Open House was one for the books ✨

Families had the chance to connect with our Program Managers and learn more about the incredible work this winter/spring session! We’re so proud of our students and grateful to share these moments with our community.

We’re lucky to have a team that shows up every day and makes this work what it is.

Thank you to all the families who joined us! We loved celebrating this season together 💙

04/29/2026

spent their Day of Service with us at Beacon Place, helping organize, clean, and prepare our space as we wrap up our Spring Programs this week. ☀️

We are excited to kick off our Summer Programs starting on Monday, June 15th, and their support has made all the difference in getting us ready. Thank you to the Lake Forest Academy students and staff for your hard work and dedication!

04/23/2026

Our Volunteer Appreciation Week continues! 💙

A big thank you to for spending the day with our K–5th graders, turning recyclable materials into creative STEM car projects 🚗 The energy and creativity were incredible to see!

We’re so grateful for your continued partnership and commitment to inspiring our students!

04/21/2026

Today, we’re proud to spotlight a few of the kind, compassionate, and generous volunteers who make a difference every day at Beacon Place: Lety, Sujitha, Ritesh, Abril, and Katie.💫

These dedicated individuals support our students across both Education & Enrichment (K–8th) and LAUNCH (9–12th) programs—assisting with instruction, partnering with program managers, and stepping in wherever help is needed. They consistently show up ready to contribute, working side by side with our staff and students to create a positive, supportive environment.

Thank you for the time, care, and energy you bring to Beacon Place. We’re grateful to have you as part of our community!

04/20/2026

This week and every week, we are so grateful for the absolute best crew of volunteers!💛

Thank you for dedicating so much time and energy to the families we serve. You are making Beacon Place and our world a better place.

Join us this week as we celebrate the people who make it all possible!

Address

603 S McAlister Avenue
Waukegan, IL
60085

Telephone

+18474975787

Website

http://linktr.ee/beaconplace

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