The South Suburban Chicago (IL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, is excited to introduce The LEGO Academy (Links Eliminating Gaps through Opportunities)—a free, year-long, multigenerational community program designed for students in 6th grade and above, adults, and senior citizens in the South Suburban community.

What is The LEGO Academy?
It’s a community program that provides workshops, field trips, meals, and resources to help families strengthen education, careers, health, culture, civic life, and access to healthy food.

What’s included for FREE?

🎓 Education & Careers: Scholarships, community service hours, resume, cover letter & personal statement help, elevator pitch coaching, FREE professional headshots, mock interviews, digital skills, field trips, and laptops for select participants
🗳️ Civic Engagement: Deputy voter registrar training, FREE state IDs/Real IDs, FREE birth certificates, and FREE Ventra passes
🍎 Health & Wellness: FREE Screenings and workshops
🥗 Food Security: FREE hot meals at every session + FREE groceries to take home

Who can join?

Students in grades 6 –12
Adults and senior citizens

Spaces are limited. Please reserve your spot at one of our upcoming informational sessions. We can’t wait to welcome your family to The LEGO Academy!

Informational for The LEGO Academy