Bethel Family Programs at Humboldt Park serves over 200 family members each year with educational and career preparation services.  60 children and tweens are registered for after-school and summer programs; 55 teenagers sign in for basketball; 10-20 youth participate in apprenticeships and internships; annually, 40 youth and adults work on resumes or online applications.  175 volunteers gain often their first experience in an urban environment, mentoring our youth.  Programs are a mix of African-American and Latino students, bringing a beautiful diversity.

Our community of west Humboldt Park registers a Community Disadvantage Index of 9/10, presenting greater disadvantage to its residents than 90% of communities in America.  Though unemployment, undereducation, violence, and incarceration abound, our youth and their families show incredible determination and grace as they overcome their challenges.