Inspiring gratitude in future generations through education and service

g2 provides community-service opportunities in the Chicago area for children, families and organizations.

We're supporting our neighbors in need while building a new generation of service-minded leaders.

Get Involved with g2!

VOLUNTEER WITH US

Explore our many ways to give back! Join us at an upcoming event or do a project at home. 

TEEN BOARD

This group of amazing teens is turning gratitude into action and improving our community. They're gaining leadership training and program-planning skills, and they're making service and gratitude part of their lives at a young age.

Do you know someone who might like to join?

g2 IN SCHOOLS

Learn more about our donor-supported GLOW! curriculum that teaches kindness  and gratitude in elementary classrooms. 

Our Impact: It's Growing Because of You!
In 2021:

27,879

People who have engaged in or been directly impacted by Gratitude Generation programs this year

48,941

Meals provided to people in need

1,280

"4 Your Care" kits of essential hygiene items assembled and distributed

28,424

Feet of "plarn" (plastic yarn) made to crochet into sleeping mats for the homeless

Take a look at our 2021 Impact Report