Community & Economic Development Association of Cook County

Literature for All of Us is a literacy program based in Evanston, IL that focuses on helping adolescents in underserved neighborhoods in the Chicago area. Through weekly facilitated book group meetings, the organization assists struggling readers and writers, serving approximately 500 to 600 individuals annually. With a mission to promote literacy and empower youth, Literature for All of Us plays a vital role in fostering a love for reading and writing among disadvantaged communities. By providing a supportive environment and educational resources, the organization aims to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those it serves. Generated from their available business information

Family Focus-Our Place provides a range of family support programs for parents, children, and teenagers. Located in Evanston, Ill., it offers various mentors services for pregnant teenagers and young parents. Family Focus-Our Place is operated by Family Focus, which is a nonprofit charitable organization that offers a range of innovative, community-based programs for children and parents. It provides various parenting education, child development, after-school, mentoring, advocacy, and information and referrals services through nearly seven centers throughout Chicago. The organization maintains the Midwest Learning Center, which provides customized training and staff development, funding opportunities and family support assistance for agencies and communities. Founded in 1976, Family Focus administers the Hug-a-Book initiative that promotes literacy and includes consulting services and teacher and parent workshops.