April 15, 2009

Chicago Park District Adopts UI Resolution

On April 15, the Chicago Park District adopted a resolution to formally express their partnership with UI and commend our dedication to providing children with Read More

April 15, 2009

Ben Pryess Reflects on Volunteer Experiences

I’ve often strolled out of an Urban Initiatives early morning practice and though to myself “well, that’s going to be the best part of my Read More

March 18, 2009

Medill Reports: Visits Chicago Indoor Sports

The Medill Reports reports on the Urban Initiatives program and the value of our health education curriculum. Read the full story & watch the video.

February 15, 2009

Scientific Study Collaboration with CLOCC and DePaul

UI has received a $20,000 grant from the Consortium to Lower Obesity in Chicago’s Children (CLOCC) to complete a scientific study, entitled Urban Initiatives: A Read More

January 23, 2009

U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan Serves as Soccer Ball Honorary Chair

Dear Supporter of Urban Initiatives, Welcome! It is my pleasure to serve as this year’s Honorary Chair of The Soccer Ball adn to support Urban Read More

January 05, 2009

Chris and Jenny Morgan Share Why They Support Urban Initiatives

Urban Initiatives has had a huge impact on us and our family because of the connection we feel both to the kids UI serves and Read More