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Kidz Express

Empowering children through education, mentorship, and youth employment in Chicago’s South Austin neighborhood.

We Are Open!

Summer Program Begins July 5, 2025

Come join us for a summer of fun, learning, and community!

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Our Mission

Kidz Express expands opportunities for children and youth who reside in one of the nation’s most under-served and economically distressed communities, Chicago’s South Austin neighborhood.  Our innovative approach to youth development envelops children ages 5 – 14 in a safe environment where peer mentors – young people hired from the community – serve as tutors and role models, providing leadership and love, and helping to guide our charges on a path to successful outcomes in school and life. Our free program operates after school and during the summer, offering meals, academic support, health and wellness care, as well as athletic and artistic pursuits, in a home-away-from-home that functions much like a family. At Kidz Express, our goal is to help every child in our programs unlock the potential within.

Programs

Making A Difference

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Learn, Relate, and Play

After School Programs

We provide 38 weeks of after-school programming, from tutoring and computer classes to health and wellness activities—plus plenty of time for fun and play!

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Youth Become Leaders

Cross Age Peer Mentoring Program

We hire local teen mentors who grew up in the same community, giving children caring role models who guide them toward academic and life success.

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Continuing the Momentum

Summer Programming

Our summer program keeps kids ages 5–14 engaged with educational support, sports, arts, and leadership activities, ensuring their growth doesn’t pause when school is out.

Contact Kidz Express

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(773) 417-3917

5221 W Congress Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60644, USA

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