City of Kankakee - Kankakee United

MISSION STATEMENT

Kankakee United is a public safety organization dedicated to addressing the root causes of gun violence and creating lasting solutions for the Kankakee community, especially our youth. By uniting community resources, we focus on trauma-informed care, removing barriers to employment, and empowering young people to take the lead in their futures.

VISION STATEMENT

The City of Kankakee is an engaged community with abundant opportunities for residents to lead safe, healthy, and productive lives.

KANKAKEE UNITED

Kankakee United Community Meeting

Save the Date! Kankakee United Community Meeting

Join us for an engaging community luncheon where we come together to discuss important initiatives and connect with local leaders.

Kankakee United Teen Townhall Recap

The End of Year Teen Townhall was an inspiring success! Held at the Kankakee Public Library in the Roland B. Johnson Teen Zone, the event focused on an empowering topic: "Turning Your Passion Into a Career!"

Teens shared their dreams, exchanged ideas, and gained valuable insights about pursuing careers that align with their passions.

Search For Young Leaders

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in Kankakee? We’re looking for young leaders with vision and drive to help shape a brighter future for our community!

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End of the Year Community Luncheon

Thank you to all the community partners and members who joined us at the End of the Year Community Luncheon! This event provided an opportunity to share the 2025 plan for the Office of Violence Prevention, focusing on:

Accountability

Sustainability

Gaming Tournament

Kankakee United Gamers gathered for an unforgettable day of fun and competition! Highlights included:
Mario Kart
NBA 2K25
Madden 25
Raffle giveaways
A thrilling VR chair experience

Our Ride Through Kankakee

Our community came together for a powerful and moving bicycle ride through the streets of Kankakee. We rode as one, united in our stand against gun violence. Thank you to everyone who participated and supported this event. Let's keep the momentum going and continue to work towards a future free from gun violence. Together, we can make a difference.

Annual Youth Palooza: A Big Success!

Kankakee United partnered with the Kankakee School District for the annual Youth Palooza, and the event was a resounding success! A huge thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered, and supported this fantastic event. Stay tuned for more exciting events and initiatives as we continue to work together to strengthen our community!

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