Grant funds support the Department in many ways. Most importantly, grants enable CYS to offer much needed programs and services to Chicago's children and youth under a variety of federal and state programs. Our primary grant programs include Head Start, Early Head Start, Specialized Childcare, Employment-Related Childcare, Summer Food Service, Community Development Block Grant, and Workforce Investment Act.

The Grants Unit provides administrative support for the Department of Children and Youth Services' development efforts by researching grant opportunities, preparing and submitting grant applications, and processing grant awards. Grants Section staff also participate in the Department's planning and annual budgeting processes.


Main Phone Number: (312) 743-0300

Patrick McPhilimy
Director of Planning, Research and Development
CY00058@cityofchicago.org 

Elizabeth Stover
Chief Planning Analyst
CY00032@cityofchicago.org
Barbara Ruffin
Staff Assistant
CY00083@cityofchicago.org
Margaret LaRaviere
Chief Planning Analyst
CY00097@cityofchicago.org
Anthony Allan
Project Coordinator
CY00139@cityofchicago.org

CYS