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

Dress for Success Prepares Youth for Professional Opportunities

When Charla Jae walked into Dress for Success Chicago last week, she expected to leave with professional clothing. Instead, one of the...

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Awards Shine Light on Achievement

Less than one hour before the annual Education and Career Resources (ECR) Awards ceremony was scheduled to begin at our...

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‘It Takes a Village’: Graduates Share Stories of Support That Led to Success

“What you do for Mercy Home touches countless lives.” —Gaby, Mercy Home alumnus and Graduates’ Luncheon speaker The 24th annual...

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The Weight Jaylen Carried Alone

Jaylen was too embarrassed to tell anyone what life was really like at home. And he was really good at...

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