KEEN's Mission:
Empower youth with disabilities and impact volunteer coaches through participation in free, non-competitive, one-on-one programs of physical activity and fun, supporting the overall health and well-being of all participants.
Core Principles:
- accept every child, regardless of the nature or severity of their disability
- provide all programs entirely free of charge
- meet the needs of the individual athlete, allowing everyone to find success and joy
Our Impact
Our 2024 Program Impact Report is here! KEEN Chicago grew 22% last year, serving 175 unique Athletes through more than 1,600 active program hours.
View the full report and take a visual tour of ALL of our 2024 programs.
Volunteers
Volunteering for KEEN is fun and offers opportunities for occasional participation, regular involvement, and leadership.
KEEN volunteers are:
Individuals/Young Professionals
High School volunteers, Corporate/University/Community Groups
Parents
KEEN welcomes every child, regardless of the nature or severity of his or her disability. In its open, unstructured and non-competitive environment, every child can enjoy every activity without the fear of losing or not being the best. KEEN "Athletes" gain confidence and self-esteem, and perhaps most important, a sense of social belonging. And they have fun!
Programs
Our core program, “KEEN Sports” takes place in a gym with a variety of sports equipment available. Other popular programs include KEEN Yoga, Music, Quatics, Art, Dance, Jiu Jitsu & Trampoline - ALL adapted to fit KEEN's approach to tailor to the needs of the athlete.
OUR SPONSORS & PARTNERS
