Summary
POC is a vibrant community organization dedicated to empowering families and individuals through comprehensive support services. Our programs include:
Youth Development & Family Engagement - Recently boosted by our Young Professionals Board's successful "Sippin' on Sunshine" fundraiser, which raised over $13,000
Mental Health Support - Our Skyward Bound program for young adults, supported by generous grants from Megan Butz Legacy of Hope ($25,000) and local township partnerships
Learning Lab - Serving guests from over 14 countries (ages 18-87) with English practice, job placement, healthcare connections, and community integration support
ICompete Summer Camps - Annual programs running June through August, offering diverse activities and family engagement opportunities
Roots Community Garden - Now relocated to Falcon Park Recreation Center with raised garden beds for community growing
Advocacy & Legislative Relations - Actively advocating at local, county, and state levels for immigrant rights, healthcare access, and educational funding
From our clothing closet and crisis center to helping residents earn driver's licenses and connect with educational opportunities, POC creates pathways to success for under-resourced families in the Palatine area.