KEY CONCEPTS
Essential elements of our work.
What Makes Us Unique?
VISION
We envision a safe, stable, engaged East Garfield Park where success is the norm and families prosper.
CORE VALUES
GOD
God’s love motivates us to action.
PEOPLE
All people are created in God’s image, so we treat them with utmost dignity and respect.
RELATIONSHIPS
We engage in authentic relationships and seek to build connections.
REDEMPTION
We want everyone to experience love, forgiveness, and hope.
STRUCTURE
We value structured environments that support personal growth.
COLLABORATION
We know we cannot do our work and achieve our mission and vision alone.
COMMUNITY
We value being a part of the East Garfield Park community and joining with others to work for its growth and revitalization.
RACIAL JUSTICE
Breakthrough recognizes the impact of systemic racism, while valuing diversity and seeking racial equity.
MISSION
Breakthrough partners with those affected by poverty to build connections, develop skills and open doors of opportunity.
We Support People Through
We cannot complete our vision and mission without the incredible support of community members, staff, volunteers, our board, and donors.