Since 1887, Mercy Home for Boys & Girls has provided children and families with healing and tools to build brighter futures. It gives children who’ve experienced abuse, neglect, or violence a safe home, educational support, and career guidance.

20 %
of our high school seniors graduated.
3816
therapy sessions were provided to kids and their families.
13 %
of youth living with us advanced to the next grade.

Our Programs

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Youth Residential Program

Young people live with us full time in a safe, structured, and supportive home. Read More

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Community Care Program

Provides support and continued connection to our Home for former residents and for families. Read More

Friends First Mentoring

Volunteer mentors make a lifetime of difference in the lives of children. Read More

News from Mercy Home

Mercy Beaucoup Holiday Event: A Celebration of Style and Service

On November 10, Mercy Beaucoup, our upscale resale shop on Chicago’s near North Side, welcomed guests for an outstanding evening...

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Hero Spotlight: Otis Hudson

This fall, 524 athletes ran the Bank of America Chicago Marathon on behalf of Mercy Home. Known as Mercy Home...

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Global Diversity Awareness Month Helps Youth ‘Celebrate Diversity with Kindness’

Each year, Mercy Home celebrates Global Diversity Awareness Month from October 15-November 15 by picking a topic that is reflective...

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Mercy Home Athlete, Teammates Win First State Championship in School History

Last year, Toni’s dream soccer season for Chicago’s De La Salle High School ended in heartbreak.   As a junior,...

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