MISSION
Breakthrough partners with those affected by poverty to build connections, develop skills, and open doors of opportunity.
Breakthrough partners with those affected by poverty to build connections, develop skills, and open doors of opportunity.
We Support People Through

We're all in. Are you?
The All In Campaign is more than just a financial campaign. It’s a movement to go deeper into your purpose, commitment, and calling. Through the All In Campaign, Breakthrough is mobilizing our entire community of friends and supporters to make a greater impact in East Garfield Park through new program opportunities that will benefit residents for decades to come.
Our goal is to raise $9M to support our bold vision. Thanks to our generous supporters, we have reached 99.9% of our financial goal—just $10K remaining! Join us in making a greater impact by donating today.
Latest Stories
May 4, 2022
Moms Like Whitney are a Force for Good
This Mother's Day, Breakthrough honors moms and the inspiring impact their love and support has in our community.
Breakthrough Youth NetworkNettie Bailey Student Achievement Program
March 9, 2022
Vision Shapers Conversations – Response to the Opioid Crisis and its Impact on Mental Health
Leaders from Breakthrough's team share from their experience and expertise on the front lines of the opioid crisis and how…
Health & WellnessDaytime Support CenterSeriesBehavioral HealthVision Shapers
February 25, 2022
Holistic Behavioral Health Services Respond to the Opioid Crisis
As the opioid crisis reaches record-breaking numbers in the city of Chicago and co-occurring mental health and substance use…
Upcoming Events
Breakthrough has a hyper-local focus within the East Garfield community on the West side of Chicago.
Men's Center
402 N St Louis Ave
Intake/ Support Center HoursMonday-Friday, 9am-3pmexcept 3rd Tuesdays and major holidaysNotary available
Fresh Market
3334 W Carroll Ave
Tuesday, 2-4pmThursday, 10am-2pmSaturday, 10am-noonProduce Day every 4th Tuesday, 10:30am-12:30pm
Women's Center
3330 W Carroll Ave
Intake/ Support Center HoursMonday-Friday, 9am-3pmexcept 3rd Tuesdays and major holidaysNotary available