Youth Ambassador Initiative
Books Over BallsYouth Ambassador Initiative is a program that trains and empowers young people to become leaders in their communities. Youth Ambassadors are selected from Books Over Balls' basketball and academic programs. They participate in a year-long training program that teaches them about leadership, public speaking, and community organizing.Once they are trained, Youth Ambassadors are responsible for planning and implementing community service projects in their neighborhoods. They also serve as role models for younger children and encourage them to get involved in Books Over Balls programs.
Services
Date of Last Formal Update
08/15/2023
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211 Metro Chicago
Location
5222 South Halsted Street, Chicago, IL 60609
Voice
Hours
Mon 10:00am - 7:00pm; Tue 10:00am - 7:00pm; Wed 10:00am - 7:00pm; Thu 10:00am - 7:00pm; Fri 10:00am - 7:00pm;
Application process
Call or visit the website for additional information
Languages
English
Service area
Chicago, IL
Agency info
Books Over Balls
Books Over Balls (BOB) is a non-profit organization that uses basketball as a platform to provide life skills and academic support to youth in Chicago. BOB's mission is to positively change lives through solutions-based programs.