Teen Clubs & Organizations

Regional Office: 1700 Weiland Road

Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Phone: 847.947.4358

Fax 847.279.0909

Email: gmr@bbyo.org

With more than 18,000 members and 80 years of experience, BBYO is known as the largest and most effective provider of identity-building and leadership development programs for Jewish teens. Headquartered in Washington, DC, BBYO encompasses over 40 regions across North America, as well as Central and South Americas, Europe, Israel, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand and comprises more than 130 employees and over 800 volunteer advisors. Among BBYO's 250,000 living alumni are many of the most prominent figures in Jewish communal life, as well as people of note in the business, political, academic and cultural worlds. Great Midwest Region is located in and around the Chicagoland area.

With more than 400 members, Great Midwest Region is becoming a strong region within the international order. GMR was awarded #1 in retention for 2006 at International Convention 2007. In the near future, we hope to see a strong and steady flow of leaders pour out of this region, spilling over into the international organization.

Camp Fire USA Illinois Prairie Council
45 W. Roosevelt Road
Lombard, IL 60148
Phone: 630.629.5160
Fax: 630.629.6324
Email: info@campfireusa-illinois.org

Website: www.campfireusa-illinois.org

Camp Fire USA is one of the nation's leading not-for-profit youth development organizations. Camp Fire USA, with national headquarters in Kansas City, Mo., provides all-inclusive, coeducational programs in hundreds of communities across the United States. Founded in 1910, Camp Fire's outcome-based programs include youth leadership, self-reliance, after school groups, camping and environmental education and child care.

Elyssa's Mission is a not-for-profit foundation that provides support and resources aimed at removing the painful challenges faced by today's teenagers and which often can lead to suicidal ideation.

Corporate Office
222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 2120

Chicago, IL 60606
Phone: 312.416.2500

Fax: 312.416.2932
Email: chicagoinfo@girlscoutsgcnwi.org

North Region (Skokie)

650 N. Lakeview Parkway

PO Box 8116

Vernon Hills, IL 60061-8116

Phone: 847.573.0500

Fax: 847.573.0400

Email: vernonhillsinfo@girlscoutsgcnwi.org

Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana is one of more than 100 Girl Scout councils chartered by the Girl Scouts of the USA across the country. Each council is supported by the actions of many people, including a volunteer board of directors that governs the actions and decisions relevant to the local area, adult volunteers ages 18 and older who help facilitate the program, a professional staff with expertise in a broad spectrum of areas, and a diverse membership of girls ages 5–17 who reap the benefits.

Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

National Headquarters
90 Broad Street, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10004
Phone: 212.727.0135
Fax: 212.727.0254
glsen@glsen.org

GLSEN Public Policy Office
1012 14th Street, NW, Suite 1105
Washington DC 20005
Phone: 202.347.7780
Fax: 202.347.7781

Media contact:
Daryl Presgraves

Phone: 646.388.6577

Email: dpresgraves@glsen.org

GLSEN is the leading national organization to end anti-gay bias in kindergarten through grade 12 schools.

The Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network strives to assure that each member of every school community is valued and respected regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity/expression.

We believe that such an atmosphere engenders a positive sense of self, which is the basis of educational achievement and personal growth.

We work to educate teachers, students and the public at large about the damaging effects that bias has on youth and adults alike. We recognize that forces such as racism and sexism have similarly adverse impacts on communities and we support schools in seeking to redress all such inequities.

GLSEN seeks to develop school climates where difference is valued for the positive contribution it makes in creating a more vibrant and diverse community. We welcome as members any and all individuals, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or occupation, who are committed to seeing this philosophy realized in K-12 schools.

Currently, GLSEN has registered more than 4,000 GSAs, has approximately 40 full time staff, a governing board of 20 members and two advisory committees at the national level.

The club’s goals are to practice the language, celebrate the cultural traditions and serve the community.

651 W. Washington Street, Suite 404

Chicago , IL 60661

Phone: 312.715.1300

Email: mramos@jachicago.org

Since 1919, Junior Achievement's purpose has been to educate and inspire young people to value free enterprise and understand business and economics to improve the quality of their lives. Junior Achievement is the world's largest and fastest-growing non-profit economics education organization.

Started in Chicago in 1940, the Junior Achievement of Chicago office will serve 360,000 students throughout the metropolitan area during the 2007-2008 school year. We are a volunteer-driven, non-profit organization. Your support is crucial to ensuring that we reach as many kids as possible with the exciting promise of the American free enterprise system.

The group usually meets the third Thursday of every month from 3:30-4:30 PM in the College Resource Center #1120.

For the clubs and meetings schedule:

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Phone: 847.441.6191

Fax: 847.441.7027

Email: links@linksyouth.org

Office hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am to 5pm

Links North Shore Youth Health Service is a not-for-profit social service agency that supports adolescents by providing them with resources to make informed decisions about their health and sexuality.

Links provides health education in the community and schools, medical treatment and counseling, support services for sexual minority youth, and mentoring for adolescent parents. Confidential services are offered in a safe and caring environment. Links has been helping young people find answers to difficult questions for over 30 years.

Our Community Education Program takes age-appropriate and factual information out to junior high and high schools, where our staff and volunteers facilitate workshops about relationship readiness, responsible decision-making, and practical issues such as preventing acquaintance rape, sexually transmitted infections, and pregnancy.  For more information, 

contact Melanie Flynn at 847.441.6191 ext. 4 ormelanieflynn@linksyouth.org.

Our Clinic and Counseling Program offers confidential, affordable reproductive healthcare and is staffed by volunteer doctors, nurses, and support workers from our community.  We provide gynecological exams, testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections, affordable access to birth control, and pregnancy testing.  Our professional counselor is always available to provide extra support regarding any issues that emerge.  For more information, 

contact Suzanne Hales at 847.441.6191 ext. 2 or suzannehales@linksyouth.org.

Our Pride Youth Program serves high school age youth who are gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, or questioning.  Our professional staff and trained volunteers provide ongoing support and education regarding the coming out process, dealing with homophobia, healthy relationships, and the prevention of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections.  For more information, 

contact Erschel De Leon at 847.441.6191 ext. 3 orerscheldeleon@linksyouth.org.

For local professionals who treat the disorder, visit ANAD'S resource list here.

For local support groups, visit here.

The National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders, Inc. is a non-profit corporation that seeks to alleviate the problems of eating disorders, especially anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. 

ANAD strives to educate the general public and professionals in the healthcare field to be more aware of the illnesses relating to eating disorders and methods of treatment. ANAD encourages and provides research to investigate the causes of eating disorders, methods of prevention, types of treatments and effectiveness, basic facts about those affected by eating disorders and to formulate relevant statistics relating to their illness.

ANAD seeks to act as a resource center, gathering and providing information about eating disorders, including sources and facilities for treatment. ANAD strives to provide funds to aid individuals affected by eating disorders in their recovery. ANAD encourages interested individuals and groups to join together in seeking a cure for the problem of eating disorders. Finally, ANAD seeks to do any and all things necessary in order to fulfill the corporate purpose.

Hours: Monday-Friday, 9-5 CT

The National Federation of Filipino American Associations Youth (NAFFAA Youth) is a national, membership-based organization that represents and advocates on behalf of Filipino-Americans in the United States.

The National Federation of Filipino American Associations Youth (NAFFAA Youth) is led by national youth leaders aligned with NAFFAA national's mission and goals.

Play On Drama Camp

1417 Hinman Ave.

Evanston, IL  60201

Phone: 847.337.9614

Email: info@playonltd.com

Play On Ltd is an educational theatre company created by Josh Andrews and Lisa Bany-Winters. The company is dedicated to providing young people with quality theatre training implemented by professionals in a creative and nurturing environment. The focus is on development of the student as individual and artist.

Josh is a theatre artist who has taught for the Improv Playhouse, Pegasus Players and The Second City, as well as numerous schools and drama clubs in the Chicagoland area.

Lisa is an author of several books including the award-winning On Stage: Theatre Games and Activities for Kids. She is a faculty member of The Second City and Improv Playhouse

Contact: Officer Tammy Jacobsen

Skokie Police Department
7300 Niles Center Rd.

Skokie, IL 60077
Phone: 847.982.5922

The Crime Prevention Unit of the Skokie Police Department is seeking new members for its Explorer Club. Members must be between the ages of 14 and 21 and in high school or college. The student must maintain a grade point average of "C" or better, must have full approval of parents or guardians, and must have a clean record with no criminal offenses.

The mission of Police Explorers is to provide first-hand experience in the field of law enforcement and to better prepare a person for a career in law enforcement. Explorers learn how the Police Department works. Members are welcome to ride along with patrol officers, attend training conference, and provide community services including assisting with crowd control at special events and assisting with bicycle registration. Explorers also take part in special events such as trips to Great America and inter-post meetings with other Explorer Posts.

Contact Officer Tammy Jacobsen at the Crime Prevention Unit (847.982.5922) if you are interested in joining.

Meeting Day(s): Bi-monthly meetings and monthly training-meetings

 SKOMOR Soccer Campis a competitive, traveling soccer club that serves Skokie, Morton Grove and surrounding communities. We are the official feeder program for Niles Township High School District 219, Niles North and Niles West. We promote excellence through the development of the skills of each individual player, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

SKOMOR belongs to the Young Sportsmen's Soccer League (YSSL) and the Illinois Women's Soccer League (IWSL), which are members of the Illinois Youth Soccer Association (IYSA).SKOMOR Soccer Club is the feeder program for Niles North and Niles West High Schools. SKOMOR is a competitive travel club for boys and girls teams U-9 to U-14, serving the Skokie/Morton Grove community and surrounding areas.

www.skomorsoccer.com for more information.

Alateen

Hope and help for young people who are relatives or friends of a problem drinker 312.409.7245 Chicago Metro Area

Girls and Boys Town National Hotline

800.448.3000

Centers for Disease Control (CDC)

Provides support, information & a referral network for individuals affected by HIV.  

Illinois AIDS Hotline

800.232.4636

Child Help USA, National Child Abuse Hotline

800.422.4453

Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago

800.332.1000

Federal Student Aid Information Center

800.433.3243

Gay & Lesbian Bisexual National Hotline

This hotline provides peer counseling, information, and referral. 888.843.4564

GED Hotline

800.626.9433

Herpes Resource Center Hotline

919.361.8488

Homework Hotline

312.645.5555

The HOPE Line

800.442.4673 (suicide prevention, reporting child abuse, help for runaways, etc.)

Indiana Youth Group Peer Counseling for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual Youth Hotline

800.347.8336

National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders

Call this hotline for a list of support groups and referrals

847.831.3438

National Clearing House for Alcohol and Drug Information

800.662.4357

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800.799.7233

National Hopeline Network

Automatically routes calls to the nearest local crisis line or mental health center.

800.SUICIDE 800.784.2433

National Life Center Hotline/Pregnancy Hotline

800.848.5683

National Runaway Switchboard

800.786.2929

Northwest Action Against Sexual Assault

Provides advocacy, education, prevention and counseling for sexual assault.

888.802.8890

The Trevor Helpline

24-hour suicide helpline for gay youth

866.488.7386

Victims of Crime Resource Center

800.851.3420

Phone: 800.854.3123, ext. 7913

Links to Illinois Teen Hotlines: Click here.

America’s unique, personalized, anonymous and safe Internet resource to help kids face and overcome life’s daily challenges.

TeenCentral.Net is a unique Web site developed by KidsPeace. The site connects teens to other teens from around the country and throughout the world and to a wealth of problem-solving resources just for kids. TeenCentral.Net is a safe place for teens to:

• Tell their story and read stories from other kids who relate to the same feelings
• Hear from peers who respond with support, encouragement and direction
• Receive feedback from professionals who can offer guidance in making decisions
• Find books, movies, music, hotline numbers and organizations that can help
• Develop confidence in their own abilities and personal worth.

Designed to work interactively, the Web site helps teens identify personal problems, determines their emotional and physical state and provides a professional perspective. Using new software provided through a development partnership with Microsoft, the site builds a profile of the user and links the teen to individually selected stories by other teens and to stories from famous entertainers, sports stars and other celebrities who’ve been through some of the same situations and have come out on the other side. 

TeenCentral.Net has been:

• Named one of the six most innovative and constructive uses of Microsoft software in 1999;
• Named the best teen site on the Internet by Yahoo;
• Called a best bet for educators by USA Today.

Downtown Evanston Office

1114 Church Street Evanston IL 60201

Phone: 847.864.5627

Fax: 847.864.3098

Email: info@youthjobcenter.org

Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm

Evanston Township High School Office

Room 124N

Phone: 847.424.7873.

Hours: Tues-Wed., 10:30am-2:30am;Thurs.,1-5pm

The Youth Job Center can help you prepare for and find the jobs that you’ve been looking for. YJC works with young people to develop computer skills. We coach them on verbal skills, on the importance of appearance and attitude. We drill them on the basics: show up, work hard, follow the Golden Rule and remember to smile.