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Change is contagious

One life transformed can result in many lives changed for the better. We know this is true at ICI because we’ve seen it happen—when you impact a child, you impact a family and a community. And when that kind of change happens again and again, it has the power to reach far beyond a single neighborhood. Through these stories, you’ll see how ICI serves children and families in Cicero, West Humboldt Park, and surrounding Chicago-area neighborhoods.

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Written Story Kylie Sarago Written Story Kylie Sarago

Dan’s Story

Dan grew up in Humboldt Park, a west side Chicago neighborhood that is notorious for its crime, gang activity, drug trafficking, and violence. Neighborhood reports income and housing values far below the citywide average; it’s rough, dangerous, and often in the news.

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