Michelle Johnson
R CITY Employee Spotlight:  JC Chang

Get to know one of newest Directors to R CITY! 

Organizational Update
Michelle Johnson
Letter from the Director- January 2026

As we reflect on this past year at RCITY, we are filled with gratitude, pride, and excitement for what lies ahead. This year was one of growth, celebration, and meaningful connection, rooted in our continued commitment to building pathways for youth and families to thrive.

Christmas Giving, Community Events, Organizational Update
Elizabeth Galik
R CITY Celebrates Giving Tuesday!

It’s just 12 days until Giving Tuesday, the time when we put our thanks-giving into action by sharing our abundance with others. At R CITY, it’s all hands on deck--and you can join us! You can help our youth pack care kits for friends on the streets, donate winter wear for our neighborhood giveaway, or give to our $50,000 year-end match. No matter what you do, it will bring light and life to our beloved community in Chicago, standing in solidarity with those who overcome so much.

R CITY Celebrates Giving Tuesday!
Organizational Update
Michelle Johnson
Summer Interns and Staff Build the Path

As a new school year begins, R CITY would like to thank the many interns and staff who blessed our community this summer. Bryanna, Jesus, Sanrenity and Zarriona all brought dedication and expertise that built up our programs and inspired our youth! 

Summer Interns and Staff Build the Path
Michelle Johnson
R CITY Honors Pastor Antoine Taylor

Every February, R CITY honors one person who has been heroic to the work of R CITY. Awarded at the Black History Celebration, R CITY's Distinguished Award for Foundational Contributions recognizes an individual whose work has been integral in the success of R CITY. This year's awardee is Pastor Antoine Taylor.

R CITY Honors Pastor Antoine Taylor

Organizational Update

Welcoming Dr. Y'Shanda Rivera

Welcoming Dr. Y'Shanda Rivera

R CITY is thrilled to welcome Dr. Y'Shanda Rivera as the newest member of our directional team, serving as Director of Strategy, Research, and Partnerships. In this role, Dr. Rivera will lead R CITY in setting goals and tracking achievements: important work that equips us to press forward for the good of our youth and tell our story more effectively to funders. She will also facilitate partnerships with churches, organizations, businesses and government entities, fulfilling the first phrase of our mission: "to bring together the best of our city to build a path..."

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