Changing Lives Through Purpose, Partnership & Persistence
For more than 10 years, Boys2Men (B2M) and the Barbara Jean Foundation (BJF) have remained committed to uplifting communities in need, strengthening families, and investing in community resilience. Through mentorship, outreach, prevention, workforce exposure, and community based support, B2M continues to create meaningful change where it matters most.
Our Reach & Impact..
To date, Boys2Men has impacted over 2,500 lives and continues to grow its reach and deepen its impact each year. This work is made possible through trusted relationships, consistent service, and a strong belief in the power of community led solutions…
Our Supporters & Funders
Boys2Men (B2M) and the Barbara Jean Foundation (BJF) have been honored to receive support from a range of respected public and private funders, reflecting strong confidence in our programming, partnerships, and ongoing commitment to youth development, violence prevention, and community healing. Boys2Men works alongside more than 20 local community partners to expand access, strengthen outcomes, and ensure participants receive the support they need across multiple areas of life. Our funding support has included: IL Department of Human Services (IDHS) Reimagine Public Safety Act (RPSA) Youth Development and Violence Prevention, the Illinois Youth Investment Program (IYIP), Department of Justice (DOJ) and IL Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA) Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) since 2022, the City of Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) Chicago Youth Works Chicagobility for 2 years, United Way and the Chicago Department of Public Health (DPH) Returning With Hope grants.
Every number represents a person, a family, and a future. Our impact is not only measured by how many people we serve, but by the trust we build.
We are rooted in the very communities we serve, with lived experience and authentic relationships that allow us to connect, respond, and deliver impact in ways that truly resonate. We are committed to continuing this work with excellence and a community-first approach that keeps the voices, needs, and futures of those we serve at the center of everything we do.
