What is i.c.stars?

An organization dedicated to your future success

i.c.stars was founded in Chicago in 1999 to develop 1,000 community leaders by 2020.

We are a non-profit organization in Chicago for adults with a high school diploma or GED. Using project-based learning and full immersion teaching, i.c. stars provides an opportunity for change-driven, future leaders to develop skills in business and technology.

i.c.stars provides opportunities for inner-city young adults to harness the strength of technology for social and economic leadership. By integrating technology training and leadership development, i.c.stars is shaping the next generation of technology leaders.

Since our inception, we’ll helped over one hundred program graduates gain employment in challenging, rewarding and high paying jobs at leading companies such as Microsoft, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Allstate Insurance and Pepsi.

Thanks to a strong job market, we have grown to serve over 40 participants each year.

How does i.c.stars define a Community Leader?
A Community Leader is one who has the social, financial and intellectual capital required to generate change. We believe that 1,000 community leaders can change the world. We see you stepping up to the challenge to make a difference in our communities.