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LINK Unlimited Scholars

LINK Unlimited Scholars provides economically disadvantaged youth with the mentors, resources and tools as they advance, into, through and beyond college.

LINK Unlimited Scholars is a 60+ year old Chicago-based institution working to change the trajectory of high-potential students, through unique programming and mentorship opportunities in the classroom and beyond. Annually, 500 high school and collegiate scholars receives comprehensive resources and rigorous support services required to shape high potential youth from under served neighborhoods into academic achievers and life-long learners.

09/04/2026

New Student Applications to become a Jr. LINK or LINK Scholar are OPEN! 🎓

Through LINK, students join a community designed to help them grow academically, build confidence and leadership skills, explore new opportunities, and gain the support, resources, and connections they need to advance to, through, and beyond college. From preparing for high school to college graduation and career success, LINK is here to support Scholars every step of the way in achieving their college and career dreams.

Current 6th & 7th graders can apply for Jr. LINK. our middle-school fellowship that helps students strengthen academic habits, explore their interests, develop leadership skills, and prepare for the transition to high school.

Current 8th graders can apply for our High School Fellowship, where Scholars receive academic enrichment, mentoring, leadership development, college preparation, career exposure, and continued support throughout their high school journey.

📅 Application Deadline: November 6, 2026

If LINK sounds like the right next step for your student, learn more about eligibility, expectations, and the application process here: https://linkunlimited.org/be-a-scholar/

Please share this post with a family, student, teacher, counselor, or community member who should know about this opportunity!

08/31/2026

LINK Unlimited Scholars is proud to welcome Pomona College as one of our newest college partners!
Through this partnership, LINK Scholars will gain greater access to Pomona through application support, information sessions, workshops, fee waivers for eligible students, and opportunities to learn more about programs such as Perspectives on Pomona (POP). For Scholars who enroll, Pomona will meet 100% of demonstrated financial need through graduation and connect students with first-generation, low-income, academic, and community resources to support their success on campus.
We’re excited to grow this partnership and create another pathway for LINK Scholars to explore, access, and thrive at a top-tier institution.

08/28/2026

❤️ A HEARTFELT THANK YOU! 🙏🏾

To our Community Resource Vendors,

Thank you for showing up and pouring into our community during our Back 2 School Rally & Neighbor Appreciation Event.

We are grateful to CountyCare, LINK Unlimited Scholars, Youth Connection Charter School, and Learn Together Grow Together Child Development Center for sharing your time, resources, and hearts with the families we were blessed to serve.

God gave us the opportunity to bring our community together, and we’re thankful you chose to be a part of it.

Thank you for helping us connect our families to resources that matter.

With gratitude,

True Light Church Baptist

We love our community, and we’re grateful to serve it. ❤️

08/27/2026

SAVE THE DATE
We're excited to commemorate six decades of empowering students, transforming lives, and creating pathways to success. We hope you'll join us for this milestone celebration. Save the date for Friday, November 20th, as we celebrate our 60th Anniversary. Join us as we celebrate this extraordinary milestone and the alumni, partners, supporters, and community who have made our mission possible. For 60 years, we have empowered young people through education, mentorship, and access, opening doors to opportunity, cultivating future leaders, and transforming lives for generations to come. We look forward to celebrating 60 years!
📆 Date: Friday, November 20, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Wintrust Grand Banking Hall | 231 S LaSalle St Chicago, IL 60604

Thank you to our venue sponsor, Wintrust.

08/26/2026

New faces with a shared commitment to LINK’s mission. 💙

We’re excited to welcome our newest team members, Taty and Sarah, as they bring their talents to LINK and help us continue creating opportunities for Scholars, families, and our community.

Drop a 👋 in the comments to welcome them to LINK!

08/07/2026

LINK is excited to welcome a new Partner to our network in 2026: Williams College

Located in northwestern Massachusetts, Williams is a private liberal arts college and is regularly ranked the nation’s top liberal arts institution. The school offers 36 majors to just over 2,000 undergraduates with 45% of the Class of 2026 identifying as students of color. Committed to affordability, Williams pioneered an “all-grant” financial aid model in the U.S.; today, more than half of its students receive financial support from the college.

This partnership means LINK Scholars will benefit from application fee waivers, financial aid packages that cover 100% of demonstrated need through graduation, and exclusive sessions about Williams’ fall fly-in program, Windows on Williams. We’re thrilled to deepen this relationship and create another meaningful opportunity for LINK Scholars!

08/05/2026

Help us welcome Ty!

Tyrone C. Mayberry is a technology leader, board director, emerging tech advocate, and AI evangelist with nearly 20 years at CDW and over 25 years in the tech industry, driving digital transformation, strategic growth, and customer success. In addition to leading complex technology programs, he serves on partner advisory boards, shapes go-to-market plans, evaluates technology partners, and mentors the next generation of tech professionals.

Throughout his career, Ty has been recognized for building strong client relationships, developing high-performing teams, fostering followership, exceeding business targets, and creating collaborative cultures that empower others. His background in consultative services, customer engagement, business development, and team leadership enables him to consistently connect technology to business value. He also invests in and advises a hospitality group that’s redefining the South Suburbs with innovative restaurant, lounge, and coffee shop concepts.

As a board member and AI advocate, Ty brings thought leadership, design acumen, and fiduciary oversight to digital transformation and emerging technology initiatives, guiding organizations through change, encouraging innovation, and supporting sustainable growth.

Welcome Ty to the LINK Unlimited community!

08/04/2026

After a full month of ELA, math, and job shadowing, our scholars closed out Summer Learning with one final experimental learning day. They enjoyed their last day together soaking up the sun at Guaranteed Rate Field ⚾️

See you next summer Scholars and good luck with this upcoming school year!

07/15/2026

For returning LINK mentor Nick Johansson, mentorship is about showing up for the moments that matter.

During his time as a mentor, Nick has celebrated a mentee’s high school graduation and supported another as he completed his freshman year at IIT, strengthened his résumé and secured his first job.

These milestones are meaningful reminders that mentorship does not always require a grand gesture. Sometimes, offering advice, encouragement or a helping hand can make a lasting difference in a young person’s life.

Learn more about becoming a LINK mentor: https://linkunlimited.org/be-a-mentor/

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17 N State St Ste 1250
Chicago, IL
60602

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+13122255465

Website

http://linkunlimited.org/web/donate/

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