Thetakeback

TheTakeBack is an anti-violence / gun deterrent initiative geared toward the youth of the South Side Chicago. Since 2014, we have provided youth with a day of peaceful fun in an encouraging environment. With partnerships, donations and support from Viacom, BET Networks, Bai Brand Beverages, Boys & Girls Club of Metro Chicago, The Community Builders, The Ellis Park Advisory Council, Power 92.3, 107.5 WGCI, WGN Radio 720, Fox 32 TV News, The University of Chicago, The Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA), Chicago Youth Opportunities Initiative, Chicago Urban League, What's The Word TV, and other local organizations,#TheTakeBack showcases an array of positive encouragement, safe activities and endless fun for the community affectionately known as "The Low End" in Chicago. In the first 4 years, the initiative has serviced more than 1,500 youth & more than 200 millennial volunteers led activities that encouraged and uplifted the children during safe play. Every year, each participant receives a meal to fuel them throughout the day. Since 2014, 15 youth have received scholarships by raffle and every child left with at least a bag with 3 folders, 2 notebooks, pencils & pens.