Brianna’s Chance To Be Herself
July 1, 2025 • I know it’s hard to imagine, but before coming to our door many of Mercy Home’s children never knew what...
Since 1887, Mercy Home for Boys & Girls has provided children and families with healing and tools to build brighter futures. It gives children who’ve experienced abuse, neglect, or violence a safe home, educational support, and career guidance.
Our Programs
Youth Residential Program
Young people live with us full time in a safe, structured, and supportive home. Read More
Community Care Program
Provides support and continued connection to our Home for former residents and for families. Read More
Friends First Mentoring
Volunteer mentors make a lifetime of difference in the lives of children. Read More
News from Mercy Home
The Clarifying Presence of the Lord
July 1, 2025 • I recently read an interesting article about society’s current “epidemic of busyness.” It explained that nearly all people feel a...
Youth Help Build Homes for Chicago Residents in Need
June 26, 2025 • At Mercy Home, we stress the importance of giving back to the community. Some of our young men spent a...
Friends First Celebrates Successful Year of Corporate-Based Mentoring
June 26, 2025 • In the city of “Big Shoulders,” there are many young people who don’t have a positive role model or a...
