The START Program

The START Program

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A 501c3 not-for-profit organization with a straight talk approach, combined with a physical fitness component. Offering honesty, experience, and commitment.

We support youth and families alike. Building better communities for the future. Our young men will work well in a group, but not be afraid to stand alone when necessary. They will be better equipped mentally. They will make conscious decisions throughout life. They will become more economically sound. Learning to communicate constructively and effectively, by having a platform to vent and release without being judged. They will also become physically fit. Exercise has been proven to relieve stress, to promote respect among peers, and also attack the obesity epidemic our world is currently faced with.

09/04/2026

Have an Amazing, Fun, and Safe holiday weekend!! Take a break, recharge, breathe, love and be loved…

Photos from Kane County Health Department's post 07/28/2026

It’s that time again!!! Hope to see you there!!!

07/01/2026

4 FREE Life Coaching Sessions including complimentary consultation.

Assisting with defining what success and fulfillment means to you and implementing a strategic plan to achieve your goals.

Go to www.STARTprograms.org to register now!

Only 4 slots left

06/16/2026

ATTENTION - IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW SHOPS AT FOOD 4 LESS

Food 4 Less shoppers… please join in on a new way to support youth programs.

At no additional cost to you, individual members/shoppers can either go into the store and get a rewards card or go online at www.food4less.com and click on Sign In, enter your email address and create a password, click on Your Name, click on My Account, click on Community Rewards then complete the information with your new organization number.

Then every time you shop use our code for

The START Program
NPO number PF124

Each individual will need to link their Food 4 Less rewards card with the NPO number given and Kroger will make a donation directly to the organization to support programming. A great and easy way for you to be involved with no cost to you.

Thank you in advance for your support

06/04/2026

05/19/2026

It’s been an extremely busy month, and yet the work isn’t done!

02/05/2026

Aren’t you ready for the weather to break so we can play Bubble Soccer again???????

12/17/2025

To anyone and everyone that has ever volunteered, donated, been employed, or supported us in any way.. we say Thank You!! All that we do is made possible because of you!! So Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!!

We are catapults for change!

The START Program 12/02/2025

It’s Giving Tuesday!!!!

Please consider supporting The START Program, a 501c3 organization providing FREE Opioid Abuse Training and Support, Behavioral Health, Violence Intervention, Sports, Fitness programs & more.

Every dollar helps us keep these services accessible to those who need them most, helps is save lives and strengthens our communities.

Your support is greatly appreciated!

👉🏽Donate: www.STARTprograms.org
ℹ️ [email protected]
🧾 Donation receipts available upon request

The START Program youth mentor and summer programs

11/24/2025

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December 10

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