Empowering Youth. Building Futures.
What is LITE?
Leaders In Transformational Education (LITE) is a youth development and workforce preparedness organization serving young people ages 16 - 24. LITE provides comprehensive services that support personal growth, leadership development, academic success, career exploration, employment readiness, and post-secondary planning.
Through mentoring, training, experiential learning, and community patnerships. LITE helps youth develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to pursue college, vocational training, industry recognized credentials, apprenticehships, entrepreneurship, and sustainable careers.
LITE IMPACT
Our Reach
LITE has served over 1,000 young adults with 200 unduplicated youth served annually across Kane and Cook Counties.
LITE is dedicated to transforming the lives of young people by providing leadership development, educational support, and career readiness programs. We aim to equip youth with the skills necessary for successful futures through mentorship and experiential learning opportunities.
Our Programs
Leaders in Transformational Education is dedicated to empowering youth through leadership development and education. We focus on providing resources and opportunities that foster personal growth and career readiness.
73 % are in school
16 % are working
6 % are in college
5 % are in apprenticeships
Youth Testimonials
Memberships
LITE is funded by
Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority
Thanks to LITE's generous donations by the supporters of our mission.
