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Y.O.U. Receives Education Impact Award from United Way

Youth Organizations Umbrella (Y.O.U.) was awarded the Education Impact Award earlier this month by United Way of Metropolitan Chicago (UWMC). The Award was presented to Y.O.U. at United Way’s Going the Distance Community Celebration, a gathering that brought together hundreds of metro Chicago business and community leaders who are committed to supporting children and families in need.

 

The Award recognizes Y.O.U. for its transformative impact on middle school youth and their families. United Way presented Impact Awards in three areas: Education, Income, and Health. Y.O.U. was selected for the Education Award because of the high-quality educational resources it provides to prepare middle youth for success in high school and beyond.

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“We are thrilled and truly honored by this award,” said Seth Green, Executive Director of Y.O.U. “United Way literally authored the best-practice plan for how to prepare middle school youth for success, and LIVE UNITED 2020 is changing the story of our region. Receiving this award from such a trusted and vital leader is an extraordinary affirmation of our work.” 

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“United Way, as well as our supporters across the region, is fortunate to work with and support so many talented and effective partners in our community who make better lives possible for our fellow citizens,” said Marcia McMahon, Regional Chief Professional Officer of United Way North-Northwest. “Y.O.U. has been an outstanding partner and continues to go above and beyond, sharing their time, resources and expertise to ensure the youth in our community are equipped with the tools they need to succeed in school and in life.”
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