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A Time for Heroes
October 29, 2026 • This October, the city’s thoroughfares filled with 55,000 determined athletes who took on the 2026 Bank of America Chicago Marathon....
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9 minute read
The Power of Repair
October 29, 2026 • Author: Mark Schmeltzer Relationships lie at the center of nearly everything we do at Mercy Home for Boys & Girls....
5 minute read
Youth Build Hope Through Service
September 25, 2026 • This summer, a group of our young women and coworkers dedicated a week to making a difference in the lives...
7 minute read
Summer Career Institute Provides Key Career Insights
September 24, 2026 • Author: Mark Schmeltzer and Christa Rooks After exploring career opportunities through our Summer Career Institute, our young people are beginning...
7 minute read
Networking Lunches Build Professional Skills, Relationships
September 24, 2026 • Author: Christa Rooks During this past season’s Summer Career Institute, our Education and Career Resources Department hosted three networking lunches...
4 minute read
Back-to-School Event Provides Tips on Tutoring Success
August 31, 2026 • Author: Mark Schmeltzer As our young people have been heading back to school, one thing they’re sure to come back...
4 minute read
Boards Celebrate Summer, Mercy Home at River Walk Gathering
August 31, 2026 • Author: Mark Schmeltzer After a summer marked by stormy weather and the cancellation of many of the events and gatherings...
2 minute read
One S’more Summer Night
August 31, 2026 • With the new school year on the near horizon, our young people enjoyed the waning hours of summer with events...
8 minute read
Strength in Numbers: Heroes Preview Marathon’s Final 10 Miles
August 31, 2026 • Author: Mark Schmeltzer As with many bold undertakings, one of the biggest obstacles to completing a marathon is the unknown....
4 minute read
Retreat Sets Scholars Up for Successful School Year
August 31, 2026 • Author: Christa Rooks In preparation for the upcoming school year, over 20 of our Mercy Home scholars attended Community Care’s...