Summer Barbecues End Season on a Fun Note
August 19, 2025 • Mercy Home’s young people marked the closing days of summer with barbecues at both of our Chicago campuses recently. At...
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
Annual Mercy Fest Celebrates Summer, Shares Community Resources
August 18, 2025 • A bit of summer rain couldn’t wash away the joy, community building, and fun at the third annual Mercy Fest,...
Bank Brings Home Realities of Personal Finance
August 5, 2025 • A good portion of Mercy Home’s educational programming is aimed at helping young people develop a plan for their careers...
Shedding Adult Responsibilities Allows Teen to Focus on School
August 1, 2025 • By the time Maya moved into Mercy Home, it had been months since she had last been to school. It...
