Friend,

On September 30, we celebrated the last day of our Waymakers Virtual Mileage Challenge. Our Young Center Community came out in full force walking, rolling, running, dancing, and wagging to honor the journeys of children who come to the United States on their own in search of dignity and safety.

With the support from our Waymakers, we were able to raise over $84,595 and walk 28,742 miles across 40 states and 3 countries.

We are overwhelmed with gratitude. This shows what we can do when we come together. Step by step, we can build a better, more inclusive world for immigrant children, youth, families and their communities.

We are incredibly thankful to all the 537 participants that formed 75 teams, as well as our sponsors, staff, and volunteers who came out during the month of September.

Each step of every mile logged made an incredible difference in uplifting children’s stories and in celebrating joy, community, and resilience during these troubled times.

The journey doesn't end in September. You can be a Waymaker throughout the year by becoming a Champion for Children by making a sustaining gift.

Together, we can continue welcoming immigrant children to the United States and building more inclusive communities; and next September, save the date and stay tuned for our 2026 Waymakers Virtual Mileage Challenge.

With Gratitude, 

The Young Center Development Team

Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights
P.O. Box 2417
Chicago, IL 60690

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