New future
New start
begins here.
We help young adults ages 18-30 find safe shelter and provide resources to build stable, fulfilling, independent lives.
Empowering young adults toward independence.
Housing
Emergency Shelter
Our network of safe houses and emergency shelters provides immediate support for young adults facing housing insecurity or homelessness.
Development
Career Readiness
Skills training, resume building, and job placement assistance to help young adults secure stable employment and financial independence.
Education
GED & College Support
Educational resources and scholarships to help young adults complete their education and build credentials for better opportunities.
Community
Peer Support Network
Connection with peers who have overcome similar challenges, providing inspiration and practical guidance for those starting their journey.
Wellness
Mental Health Services
Counselling, therapy, and wellness programs to address trauma and build resilience as young adults transition to independence.
Excel Motto
From Homelessness to Housing (Job Corps or College Campus).
From being Hungry to Having a Meal Plan.
From being unemployed to work-study and/or internship.
Success Stories
Lives transformed through support.
Francisco Sosa
Community Partner & Job Corps Counsellor
“Working alongside Excel Into Independence has shown me the power of giving youth a chance. Their program transforms lives, and I’m proud to be part of that mission.”
D’Marco
From Homeless to Corporate Success
“A chance encounter at a shelter on MLK Day changed everything. Through Excel Into Independence, I went from being homeless in Chicago to graduating from college and starting a corporate career. They didn’t just change my circumstances – they transformed my entire future.”
Quentin
Howard Alum, Class of 2019
“The mentorship I received helped me not just find housing, but build the confidence to pursue my education again.”
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Your Contribution Can Help Achieve A Solution
Mr. Jackson
CEO
Rhonda Williams
Volunteer of Programs, Operations Manager
Myrtle Rycraw
Lead Volunteer Services & Outreach Coordinator (IL, TX & Out-of-State Support)
Tiffany Holloway
Volunteer Community Engagement Advocate
Mirion Greene
General Contractor
Harold Tabor
Street Outreach referral coordinator ~ Illinois
John Harvey
Homeless Advocate
Victoria Jackson
Volunteer Outreach Resource Advocate – Texas
Brittany Law
International and Domestic Strategy for Individuals
Carl Ellis
International and Domestic Strategy for Individuals