Our Vision
At We Strive for Change, our vision is to create life-changing opportunities for children, teens, young adults, and adults of all backgrounds, empowering young men and women through adventure therapy, mentorship, and positive experiences. We expand our impact by partnering with schools, juvenile justice agencies, mental health providers, and community organizations to deliver year-round programs that promote resilience, leadership, and emotional well-being.
As we grow throughout Chicago and across the United States, we aspire to become a nationally recognized organization creating lasting change by strengthening individuals, supporting families, and building healthier, more connected communities. We envision a future where adventure becomes a pathway to healing, mentorship builds confident leaders, and every person, regardless of age or background, has the opportunity to discover their potential and create a brighter future.
Programs
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![Group of six people holding paddles and standing in front of a red kayak, outdoors on a grassy area with trees and blue sky.]()
Kayaking
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![People wearing climbing helmets and harnesses on a high ropes course, with colorful handholds on a vertical wall below.]()
Rock Climbing
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![A woman riding a brown horse with a white snip on its nose outdoors with green trees in the background.]()
Horseback Riding
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![Two boys are by a lake with a wooded hillside in the background. One boy is sitting on rocks, wearing a blue shirt and a black cap. The other boy is standing on rocks, wearing a patterned shirt, dark pants, and a cap, holding a fishing rod.]()
Fishing
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![Five hikers in a forest with large rocks and trees, two sitting and three standing, smiling and posing for the camera.]()
Hiking
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![A campsite with tents set up on a grassy area surrounded by trees on a rainy day. A small fire burns in a metal fire pit in the foreground, with a picnic table nearby.]()
Camping
