One of the original three centers to form Chicago Youth Centers (CYC) in 1956, ABC Polk Bros. in North Lawndale offers a Continuum of Caring. Well-trained youth-development specialists give individual attention to youth to help them with academic achievement and social and life skills development. In recognition of these efforts, the City of Chicago's Department of Family and Support Services Youth Division awarded ABC Polk Bros. for Outstanding Performance in Youth Opportunities in December 2010.

Following the Positive Youth Development model, the goal is to give members the tools, support, and guidance they need to reach their full potential through the following age-specific programs:

• Early Childhood Education

• School-Age After-School Program

• Teen Leadership Development After-School Program

• Summer Fun Day Camp

ABC Polk Bros. Youth Center

3415 W. 13th Place

Chicago, Illinois 60623

 773-762-5655

 Roberta Douglas

Center Director

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