FY26 Annual Report Now Available
Our FY26 Annual Report is here, highlighting a year of growth, strong outcomes, and life-changing mentorship across Metropolitan Chicago. Thanks to the support of our volunteers, donors, partners, and families, BBBSChi continued to expand its impact and help more young people build brighter futures.
FY26 By the Numbers
- 2,131 youth served, exceeding our annual goal
- 921 youth matched with a mentor for the first time.
- 99% high school graduation rate among participating seniors.
- 97% pursued post-secondary plans after graduation.
- 1,666 families supported throughout the year.
- 307 youth served through In-School Mentoring, following the launch of our second school-based site.
- $6.57 million raised to support the mission.
The report also features inspiring stories from our matches, highlights from the Akesh Experience fund, and a look at the donors and partners who made this work possible.