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Illinois

One of buildOn' s largest program regions, Chicago counts 28 programs this year - from schools on the far west side to Lake Michigan, through downtown to the south side, and everywhere in between. The dedicated members of the Illinois region display their pride through service projects large and small, unbridled enthusiasm for their work, and dedication to buildOn's mission.

Click the links below to access current IL news and info:

IL schools hosting buildOn programs
Top Performing Programs
Upcoming Events
Trek Application & Deadlines
Other Info
Recent eNewsletter
Contact Us
buildOn's Myspace, Facebook & YouTube pages

Top Performing Programs

Each month, we will highlight the top five programs in the Illinois region for local community service hours and funds raised to sponsor the construction of a school in a developing country.

Congratulations to the following schools for their April 2009 accomplishments:

Service Hours:

360 Hours: Curie High School
280 Hours: Jones College Prep.
263 Hours: Benito Juarez Community Academy
236 Hours: Bogan High School
186 Hours: Julian High School

Sponsorship Total:

$1365: Senn High School
$1068: Benito Juarez Community Academy
$1051: Walter Payton College Prep
$1045: Roberto Clemente High School #2
$850: Curie High School

Upcoming Events

Saturday, May 30, 2009

Year End Celebration!

10:00am – 3:00pm

All schools Invited

Location: TBA

Transportation will be provided from your school.

Join us for a day of food, fun, games and awards! buildOn members will celebrate all of their successes during the 2008-2009 school year. This is an event not to miss! For a flyer and details see your Program Coordinator.

Click here for the Illinois Student Permission Slip required for student participation in all buildOn events.

Trek Application & Deadlines

Current Trek Teams:

Chicago Leadership Committee

buildOn has an active Chicago Leadership Committee for business professionals, with members dedicated to volunteering with buildOn students and raising funds for buildOn programs in Chicago and around the world. Click here for details.