Two years ago, Julie participated in a peer led fundraiser for By The Hand. Through this event she biked across Chicago to each By The Hand club location where she met some of our kids and staff, and learned how kids are being transformed through the work at By The Hand. What she saw inspired her to get involved by becoming a Club Champion! Looking back on her decision to become a Club Champion, she shares:

“I believe in the work By The Hand does. They are investing in Chicago’s future by loving, caring for and teaching students…. By The Hand does this by caring for students, body, mind and soul. By being a Club Champion, I can empower this to keep happening!”

Julie is especially excited that each child hears about God’s love and forgiveness in Christ. She shares:

“Spiritual care is most important, but you can’t do that without meeting physical needs. Similarly, you can’t give kids a chance to impact their world without education. Each area ties together to wholly give students the best chance to succeed.”

That success is possible as each student receives what’s needed to thrive academically, emotionally and socially. Our holistic care transforms their lives—which then transforms our city:

“I stay involved with By The Hand because I want to make a difference in the city of Chicago. I firmly believe By The Hand is the best way to team up with others to do this.”