The $100,000 donation from Chance the Rapper’s SocialWorks nonprofit lands directly in Under the Rainbow, a youth therapy program run by Sinai Health System that helps children, teens and families who’ve endured community violence.
Under the Rainbow treats nearly 85 % of its clients for PTSD, a staggering figure that underscores the urgent need for accessible mental‑health services in underserved Chicago neighborhoods. The grant will sustain three years of therapeutic camps and activities that let young people step outside the clinic and into safe, supportive environments.
What makes this funding special is its focus on family involvement. Therapists, parents and peers collaborate during camp sessions, creating a circle of trust that extends beyond individual appointments. The goal is to weave mental‑health care into everyday life rather than confining it to a sterile office.
Chance the Rapper committed a total of $1 million to mental‑health services across Chicago in 2018, with six providers each receiving $100,000. Under the Rainbow is one of the six recipients, showing a broader strategy to pair clinical treatment with community‑based programs.
For readers, the story illustrates that real progress in mental‑health care happens when funds reach programs that already know the community’s language and needs. If you or someone you know could benefit from trauma‑focused therapy, look for local groups that blend professional support with family‑centered activities—just like Under the Rainbow.
While the grant brings immediate relief, sustaining such programs requires ongoing community investment and policy support. Stay informed about local mental‑health initiatives and consider volunteering or donating if you can; every contribution helps build safer, more resilient neighborhoods.