MISSION
Breakthrough partners with people 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
July 27, 2022
Case Management Supports Participant’s Path to Stability
Local resident Kenyatta accessed resources to reach her goals with the partnership of case management.
July 24, 2022
Our Chicago: Street outreach workers face danger, violence, study says
Senior Director of Violence Prevention Damien Morris joined ABC 7 Chicago to talk about the important work of street…
July 22, 2022
Some South and West Side Kids Will Join Kids Tri at Chicago Triathlon in August
Breakthrough athletes are training for the Life Time Kids Tri Chicago in partnership with Live Grit Soars.
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Upcoming Events
Breakthrough has a hyperlocal 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