Our Mission
floChicago exposes youth in Chicago to new people, places and perspectives. Our work exists to broaden their horizons, engage them as citizens, and shape them as leaders in their community and beyond.
Jael Johnson
High School: Simeon High School, Class of 2018
What are you currently up to? I am at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, studying Creative Writing and Pre-Med.
Where are you headed? I want to attend medical school. I also want to write a book one day.
How has floChicago impacted you? floChicago changes lives and the way you think about yours and others. This program has encouraged me to do more with not only my talents but with my life. I feel more comfortable going out and striving, I found a fire in me to be great.
