- past recipients
- 2010 Neighborhood Parents Network
- 2009 Young Chicago Authors
- 2008 Arise Chicago
- 2007 Illinois Safe Schools Alliance
- 2006 Chicago Abortion Fund
- 2005 Faith In Place
- 2004 Anchor Graphics
2009 Young Chicago Authors
Young Chicago Authors encourages self-expression and literacy through creative writing, performance and publication. YCA provides student-centered, artist-led workshops free to youth ages 13-19 in schools and communities. Our process emphasizes artistic development, mentorship, and creating safe spaces where a young person's life matters. They believe that through their words, young people can promote tolerance and remove barriers to transform their lives and society.