
Jyierre
Jyierre, a third-grader at Altgeld Gardens, loves By The Hand Club. While he’s made good friends who always have his back, and he’s shown great academic progress, he insists, “My favorite part of By The Hand is God-time.”

Lenard
Lenard, a fourth-grader at Englewood, is making impressive strides. When he started at By The Hand Club, he connected to the people. Ms. Peace, a By The Hand SEL Specialist, has had a big influence on him through regular meetings and steady involvement in his life.

Alanna
Alanna, who started at By The Hand Club as a third grader, is now a successful high-schooler. She reflects, “I’ve had a lot of support. By The Hand helped me open my mind for my future.”