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Mercy Home for Boys & Girls has broken the cycle of neglect and abuse for over 30,000 kids since 1887. Mercy Home for Boys & Girls saves young lives by providing a safe, nurturing residential treatment home.

9 %

of our kids matriculated to the next grade level.

4537

therapy sessions were given to kids and their families.

41 Youth

held 203 jobs, both on- and off-campus.

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Our Programs

Youth Residential Program

14 residential therapeutic Homes that provide structure and support. Read More >>

AfterCare Program

Ensures that the kids we help continue to be successful long after they leave Mercy Home. Read More >>

Friends First Mentoring

Having a mentor allows kids to make a trusted friend, explore their communities, and create a better future. Read More >>

“Mercy Home gave me a chance to catch my breath,” he said. “Before I moved in, I was stretching myself too thin. Even though I was just a kid, I was taking on adult responsibilities.”

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News from Mercy Home

Mercy Home Helps Young Woman Transform into Ideal Self

At Mercy Home, Ryan received the tools he needed to be successful in school.

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Hurricane Relief Efforts

Mercy Home’s Hurricane Relief Efforts Continue

Both Mercy Home's kids and coworkers have worked hard to raise money for the survivors of Hurricane Dorian.

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Mercy Home Heroes

Mercy Home Heroes 2019

Going the Distance for Our Kids

The Mercy Home Heroes marathon team went the distance for our kids by running in the Bank of America Chicago...

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Partners in Prayer: Alex Finds Relief at Mercy Home

Join our Partners in Prayer to pray for children like Alex, who because of Mercy Home was able to stay...

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