Virtual Christmas Tree Lighting

Feeling merry and bright! Thank you to all local elementary schools and CAPS officers who participated in decorticating a tree for our Virtual Tree Lighting. A special shoutout to Alderman Raymond Lopez – 15th Ward and Fr. Kelly from Precious Blood Ministry Of...

Giving Tuesday – December 1st

The Christmas season is the most wonderful time of year! It’s a time of love and laughter with family and friends; children are excited to open their gifts. During these hard times, it is even more important to bring happiness to our community. The BYNC wants to be...

Toy Drive Campaign

Season’s Greetings, The Christmas season is the most wonderful time of year! It’s a time of love and laughter with family and friends, and children are excited to open their first gift. During these hard times, it is even more important to bring happiness to our...

Back of the Yards Trunk or Treat

Thank you to Light in the Night, Institute for Nonviolence Chicago, District 9 CAPS Chicago Police Department, and Precious Blood Ministry Of Reconciliation for participating in our #TrunkOrTreat2020! #BYNC #BackOfTheYards #Chicago #Southside #CreatingABetterPlace  ...

Back of the yards scholarship award

Back of the Yards Scholarship Award Back of the Yards Neighborhood Council (BYNC) is awarding two (2) scholarships to college-bound youth, valued at $2,000 each. Click on the link below for eligibility criteria and download the application. Application deadline is May...

Summer job opportunities for teens and young adults

The One Summer Chicago youth program is typically a six-week program that employs youth and young adults across the city of Chicago. In Back of the Yards, a new Apple Coding program is available with limited slots. You can apply to the Apple Coding program and other...

SARFS program is now open for registration

The Small Accessible Repairs for Seniors (SARFS) program provides safety, security and accessibility improvements that help senior citizens to remain in their homes. BYNC is a delegate agency, under contract to the City of Chicago’s Department of Planning and...