"Downtown Day: Non-profit Hosts Massive Teen Meetup for Urban Exploration"
My Block, My Hood, My City, a nonprofit organization in Chicago, organized "Downtown Day" to give 1,000 young people from the South and West sides the opportunity to explore downtown attractions. Each participant received $50 to spend on activities and food, with discounted or free opportunities provided by partnering businesses and attractions. The event aims to show the youth what is possible with enough money to enjoy their city's downtown and provide safe opportunities for them to engage in positive experiences. The organization raised $50,000 for the event and plans to continue expanding funding and involvement in the future.