R CITY is proud to be part of the amazing collection of organizations receiving funds from Cook County's Justice Advisory Council’s Gun Violence Prevention and Reduction Grants, thanks to additional funding from the State of Illinois through the Department of Human Services. These funds utilize ARPA federal funds to reduce the impact of violence in our community
In West Humboldt Park, far too many youth have experienced violence in a deeply personal way, losing friends, classmates, and family members repeatedly throughout their lives. While the community's capacity and resilience are great, no community should carry that burden alone. This funding provides real, tangible support from the county, state, and country to show families that they are not alone. West Humboldt Park's youth are deeply needed in the future of our world; this investment provides integral services to move them forward on their path.
February 21, 2023: R CITY Lead Mentor and Peace Advocate Shawn Childs, and Dr. Y'Shanda Rivera, Director of Strategy, Research, & Partnerships were on hand to meet and celebrate with the officials who have worked to increase the funding available to organizations bringing supportive services to communities that experience high levels of gun violence.