Aiden’s Journey to Hope
October 28, 2025 • If you met Aiden today, you would probably never suspect he was someone who struggled in school. He is a...
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.
Our Programs
Youth Residential Program
Young people live with us full time in a safe, structured, and supportive home. Read More
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
Bringing Light to Darkness
October 28, 2025 • In the darkest of times, the Lord looks for men and women to take up the task of serving the...
Heroes Run Miles for the Mission
October 23, 2025 • On October 12, when over 50,000 runners took to the streets of Chicago for the 2025 Bank of America Chicago...
All Things Are Possible
October 23, 2025 • Senior Coordinator of Accounting at Mercy Home Debbie Watrous loves the art of a good athletic challenge. She has over...
