After-School Program
A safe, structured afternoon with academic support, enrichment, movement, and meaningful friendships.
Chicago youth, moving forward
MPACT gives young people a safe place to discover their strengths, build real-world skills, and become the leaders they’re ready to be.
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More than after school
Young people thrive when caring adults see their strengths, families feel supported, and every day offers a new reason to be curious.
That’s what MPACT creates: a vibrant home base after school and all summer long—grounded in relationships, rich with opportunity, and built around the whole child.
Why families choose MPACTA safe, structured afternoon with academic support, enrichment, movement, and meaningful friendships.
Active, experience-rich summer days filled with discovery, field trips, creativity, and fun.
Patient guidance, focused study time, and practical tools that help students build confidence.
Hands-on experiments, design challenges, technology, and problem-solving rooted in curiosity.
Young people practice communication, decision-making, teamwork, and community leadership.
Making quality care accessible
MPACT welcomes eligible families using Illinois Child Care Assistance Program benefits. We’ll help you understand the next steps and gather what you need.
Learn About CCAPFrom our families
“My daughter doesn’t just have somewhere to go after school—she has people who know her, challenge her, and celebrate her. Her confidence has changed completely.”
— MPACT Parent, Bronzeville
“The communication gives me peace of mind, and he comes home excited to tell me what he learned.”
Parent of a 5th graderYour next step
Take the first step. Our team is ready to help your family find the right fit.