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I was recently incarcerated. When I came home, I didn’t know which way to go. YouthBuild has opened up a lot of doors for me. There are a lot of opportunities, great role models and mentors here.They make a way for kids who never really had a way. — Tim, YBLC Student

We are hope. Opportunity.

The answer to "Where do I go from here?" Where young people find the best in themselves and take their first step toward new, better lives.

We are YBLC... and we welcome you.

Did you know? YBLC students go from 95% unemployed to 78% placement in jobs or college.

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Upcoming Events

Save The Date

YouthBuild Lake County | 8th Annual

Spring Benefit

Horray for Hollywood!

Saturday June 1st 2013

For more info Click Here

To Purchase Tkts Go to the "DONATE NOW"  Button

Contact:  Jen Olson

jolson@youthbuildlakecounty.org

 

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Our Mission

Our mission is to help low-income young adults complete their education, learn the necessary skills to become gainfully employed, and build a hopeful future for themselves and their families.

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Latest News

Save The Date

 

YouthBuild Lake County | 8th Annual 

Spring Benefit

 

Horray for Hollywood!

Saturday June 1st 2013

For more info  Click here 

To Purchase Tkts  Go to the "Spring Benefit" Button

Contact:  Jen Olson  Email: jolson@youthbuildlakecounty.org

Read more

Our Partners & Affiliates

  • Americorps
  • United Way of Lake County
  • Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity The US Department of Labor will provide $500,000 in funding for the YouthBuild program in 2013, which is 58% of the total program budget.