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Chance the Rapper's Charity Funds Youth Therapy Program in Chicago
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What Happened?
Chance the Rapper's nonprofit, SocialWorks, awarded a $100,000 grant to Under the Rainbow, a youth therapy program in Chicago, to support mental health services for children affected by violence.
Key points
- The grant supports three years of services, including therapeutic summer camps.
- Under the Rainbow serves children and families affected by trauma and community violence.
- 85% of participants reportedly have PTSD due to exposure to violence.
- Chance the Rapper pledged $1 million towards mental health services in Chicago in 2018.
- The initiative aims to improve access to mental health care and encourage open conversations about emotional well-being.
Key insights
- The partnership aims to create safe spaces for children to heal outside traditional therapy.
- Access to mental health care is not just about services but also about creating a supportive environment.
- Continued funding is crucial for programs addressing trauma in underserved communities.
Why it matters
This initiative could significantly improve mental health support for children in Chicago affected by violence.
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Chance the Rapper· PersonSocialWorks· OrganizationUnder the Rainbow· OrganizationSinai Health System· OrganizationChicago· City
Source
Times of India
