Kids Above All
Civic and Social OrganizationsIllinois, United States51-200 Employees
Kids Above All is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization in the civic and social services sector that supports trauma-affected youth and families. Its programs aim to protect, heal, and educate children and families to foster independent, productive lives, addressing needs across early childhood education, foster care and adoption services, housing for teens and homeless young adults, and counseling. The organization serves young people and families in Cook, DuPage, Kane, and Lake counties, applying trauma-informed care to support healing and improve life outcomes. Founded in 1894, Kids Above All emphasizes long-standing community presence and expertise in addressing trauma, with recent activity highlighted by community events such as annual fundraising dinners and partnerships that expand housing support for youth from under-resourced backgrounds. The entity operates with a modest-to-mid-sized staff in the region, aligning with its mission to provide targeted services for children and families facing trauma-related challenges.