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.

20 %
of our high school seniors graduated.
2343
therapy sessions were provided to kids and their families.
15 %
of youth living with us advanced to the next grade.

Our Programs

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Youth Residential Program

Young people live with us full time in a safe, structured, and supportive home. Read More

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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

Wyatt Spreads His Wings

Wyatt is one of the young men at Mercy Home who has been here the longest. Our young people spend...

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The Peace of the Risen Lord

“Behold the wood of the Cross on which hangs the Savior of the World.”  These words are proclaimed every Good...

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Cork Hosts Greet Mercy Home Youth Ahead of June Visit

While St. Patrick’s Day fervor in Chicago was turned up to full throttle on the day of the downtown parade,...

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After Long Hiatus, Coworker Spiritual Retreat Rises from the Ashes

The well-being of our young people lies at the core of our mission. But we also prioritize the health and...

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