Mission and Vision
Mission: R2C2 supports young people in Roseland at critical moments by building trusted relationships, stabilizing immediate needs, and coordinating support so they can achieve safety, stability, and opportunity and lead meaningful lives.
Vision: A thriving Roseland where community members are safe, supported, and able to build meaningful, fulfilling lives. In turn, what works in Roseland informs and strengthens how other communities support young people.
Approach
Reimagining Roseland Community Collective (R2C2) supports young people in Roseland and the greater Chicagoland community by providing them with holistic, wraparound services that enable them to build meaningful, fulfilling lives. Once youth are identified for services, members of the R2C2 team provide hands-on, individualized supports to them and their families. While this can take many forms, our work includes:
Housing
Providing youth with housing and support navigating the housing system, including an emergency shelter partnership with the Illinois Department of Human Services for young men ages 18-24.
Trauma-Informed Care
Addressing holistic needs through social emotional assessments, therapy, counseling, life coaching, and partnerships to promote youth and family wellness, including supports for people impacted by violence.
Economic Mobility
Advancing pathways to economic freedom, including career coaching, resume support, and transportation to and from career opportunities.
Legal Services
Legal resource connections for those impacted by the criminal justice system, including supports for expungement processes.
Basic Needs
Youth safety and basic needs, including safe transportation to and from school, access to clothing, and access to high-quality food.
"We want people to see the strength and aspiration of Roseland's youth, provide them with unwavering support, and join us in our mission to build a safe and thriving community on Chicago's south side."
Steve Gates, Founder and CEO
Connect
Get in touch with us to learn more about our services and how we can work together to support Chicago's youth.
R2C2 is a 501c3 organization. Your funding will support our organization and its mission to enable Chicago youth to thrive.