UCAN in the News

The Chicago Tribune, February 2, 2012

UCAN STAR Christopher Williams is featured in this Tribune article. Chris shares his story of growing up in the Illinois child welfare system and talks about UCAN's STARS program. Click here to read the article.

UPN's Perspective with Monique Caradine, December 25th, 2011

On Christmas day UCAN's very own Claude Robinson and Chase Larkin appeared on Perspective. Claude and Chase spoke about UCAN's holiday toy drive efforts, our CITY initiative, and how people can get involved and support UCAN. Watch the program by clicking here. (Please note that UCAN's segment begins around the 17 minute mark)

Windy City Times, December 21, 2011

Associate Director of UCAN's Host Home Program Bonnie Wade participated in a LGBT breakfast hosted by State Rep. Ann Williams on December 12th. Bonnie along with others brought pressing issues to William's attention including anti-bullying policies and same-sex protection. Read more about the event by clicking here.

The Chicago Tribune, July, 21, 2011

UCAN CEO Tom Vanden Berk's editorial Our violent ways:Chicago police Superintendent Garry McCarthy was right about lax gun laws harming black teens is featured. Click here to read this powerful article.

Windy City Live, July, 21, 2011

UCAN is featured on Windy City Live as entrepreneur Jodi Norgaard presents a donation of dolls to our organization. Watch the clip here!

Crain's Chicago Business, June 1, 2011

Crain's lists UCAN's 12th Annual Youth Leadership Awards Dinner as one of the upcoming events to attend in June! Please click here to read the story.

CHHSM United Church of Christ News, May 31, 2011

UCAN's Director of Spiritual Formation Reverend Tyrone Fowlkes and his work is highlighted in this piece by CHHSM, please click here to read this fascinating article.