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"Thanks so much! We had a great time and I really admire the patience and ease with which you work
with the youth. I had no idea how the kids would respond to outdoor activities. I was amazed that
they each shook your hand when they left- it shows how much they respect you. I am going to try
to get someone to donate the funds for skiing/snow shoeing and definitely will plan an over night
camping trip for next summer. Thanks so much for your meaningful work!" - Andrea, Chicago House
"And though sometimes I don't get to know all the kids-there are some I will always remember. One little boy was wearing the hat that belonged to his best friend who was killed in a drive-by shooting. One boy got so tired that he laid down on the trail and went to sleep. One girl was riding on her birthday and she showed me the $5 bill her Father had given her for a present - as proud as if it had been a $100." -- Bruce Cummins, volunteer
"I had a really awesome time. Thank you so much." -- Christina, youth
"You guys are totally awesome! What a selfless act! Thank you for giving the kids the BEST outing of the year. They are still talking about it. Great job and sincerely, THANK YOU." - Chad, Family and Youth Services Bureau
"We would like to thank you again for your hard work and dedication in working with at-risk youth. We look forward to working with you agian in the futute." - FYSB youth worker
AI never thought I could do it (the whole 14 miles), but I was in the front (of the pack) on the way back!" -- Kendra, youth
"Chicago Voyagers helps our youth in a tremendous way. Outings such as this encourage our youth to step out of their comfort zone, try something new, appreciate nature, appreciate what they have and interact with other youth in a healthy and encouraging manner. We look forward to more outings with Chicago Voyagers." Jorge de Leon, Addison Trail High School CIMA program
"The program provides a forum for the development of teamwork. It also gives the youth a chance to leran more about nature." - Steve Kim, East Village Youth Program
When asked what the long term impact is of the work Chicago Voyagers does, one youth worker from Christopher House answered: "One word: AMAZING"
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