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IMPACT

If, as Donalyn [Miller] said, books can give children light and hope and power, the work 826CHI is doing can change the world.

Jen, Volunteer and Teacher

OUR FOCUS

In our work with our students, we focus on having an impact on three domains:

Academic Gains

Writing Skills
Engagement and motivation in school and schoolwork
Homework (completion/understanding)

Social / Emotional Gains

Confidence / Pride
Self-efficacy
Fostering creativity

Communication Skills

Increased self-expression
Learning to ask for help
Interacting with adults

WHO WE SERVE

826CHI is committed to serving Chicago students, schools, and communities most impacted by systemic disinvestment in high-quality arts and literacy education.

Our programs prioritize students who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous People of Color), LGBTQIA+, Neurodiverse learners, and English Language learners.

TESTIMONIALS

I liked that this workshop was very open to ideas and opinions. You were safe to say anything and express any emotions.

ISABELLA, STUDENT

There is no way that I, alone, would have been able to provide such in-depth feedback for all of my students. The process also helped students with goal setting and process monitoring. One of the most important benefits is how the process of working with 826 helped students become more comfortable sharing their work and receiving constructive criticism.

JENI, TEACHER

I love that she has the practice to read and write here because she would be very reluctant to do it at home with me.

TERESA, PARENT