champs summer application

Keeping Young Men Safe By Providing Summer Fun And Engagement in Chicago

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Summer Dates

Summer Programming Dates 2025

MBK/B&E March

Sat, June 14, 2025

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Summer Orientation Info

Tue, June 17th, 2025 

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Summer Start

Monday, June 23,2025

Summer End

Mon, July 28, 2025

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Age

12 -18

Location

Chicago

Cost

Free

Camps

3 Amazing Camp Options

 

 

Eligibility

Must be a resident of Chicago and between the ages of 12-18 and committed to adhere to the core values of the CHAMPS Mentoring Program. 

The mission of the CHAMPS Male Mentoring Program is to Educate, Empower, and Expose Boys and Young Men of Color beyond the four walls of the school in order to help them to achieve their dreams and goals.  To secure a spot to participate in our 2025 Summer Program, please follow these three important steps:

 

 

Summer Program Enrichment

CHAMPS SUMMER: Summer Time Is About You
For Young Men Ages 12–18

This summer is your chance to grow, lead, and unlock your full potential. Whether you’re learning a new skill, discovering your “why,” building discipline, or connecting with mentors who care—CHAMPS SUMMER is designed to help you become the leader you were born to be.

Description:

CHAMPS Summer Programming (Ages 12–18)
Open to young men not enrolled in summer jobs, this track includes weekly Monday fun and enriching trips & sessions and special events filled with leadership development, brotherhood, hands-on learning, and mentorship.

This summer, don’t just pass the time—own your greatness with CHAMPS.

 

 

PRE-SUMMER COMMUNITY

SUMMER CAMPS

“CHAMPS is by far the premier male mentoring program in the country. Children are given an opportunity to maximize capacities aligned with developing their best selves via carefully curated programming, activities, and rich engagement of responsible and concerned adults.”

Darnell Leatherwood | CHAMPS Mentor

mentors that believe in you

All In: Who Stands With You Every Day of the Week

There’s a certain type of man who volunteers their time to help you find a new path. They want to talk to you. They want to listen to you. They want to learn together. They believe in the intentionality of action.

Why? Because they believe in you. We have a diverse male presence who isn’t here to tell you what to do or think. They’re here to help you get to where you want to go.

Join Us This Summer

Ready to change your life? We’re ready to help you win. Apply for membership today.

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