Urban Christian Academy (UCA) is a faith-based, Christ-centered nonprofit serving kindergarten through eighth-grade students and their families in Chicago. We provide year-round educational programs that support students’ academic success while nurturing their character, relationships, and overall well-being.

Urban Christian Academy’s mission is to respond to community-driven educational needs by providing Christ-centered programs that develop the whole person. We equip students with the knowledge, character, and life skills needed to flourish through our commitment to Literacy, Integrity, Faith, and Education (LIFE). 

At UCA, we believe every child is created with God-given value and potential.

UCA serves kindergarten through eighth-grade students and their families from diverse ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds throughout Chicago.

Overflow is a digital solution for donating assets, offering lower processing fees, meaning more of every dollar goes directly toward UCA’s ministry with children. Donors can experience the ease of giving in less than five minutes from their mobile device. Overflow also provides givers access to a private Donor Profile which enables visibility into transaction history, transaction statuses, and the ability to update connected financial accounts.

Your personal and financial information is secure using the Overflow Platform.

• Apple Pay or Google Pay
• ACH (bank transfer) with a fee is less than credit or debit card transaction

If you previously set up recurring giving through our former platforms, Stripe or Paypal, you’ll need to re-initiate your recurring gift in Overflow. You should receive (or may have already received) an email with a link to confirm your giving details. Once completed, please cancel your recurring gift in the previous platform to avoid duplicate donations. 

• Zelle payment sent to donate@ucachicago.org
• Check sent to our mailing address by mail: 

1826 S. Indiana Ave Unit F, Chicago, IL 60616

• Gifts of stocks or bonds

Every gift, big or small, makes a meaningful difference.

Yes. UCA is a registered nonprofit organization, and donations are generally tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Your gift directly supports:

• Academic enrichment (literacy, math, tutoring)
• After-school and summer programs
• Mentorship and faith development
• Student resources and program materials

We are committed to stewarding every gift with care and purpose.

Yes. Donors may be able to designate gifts toward specific programs or needs. Contact the UCA team to discuss giving preferences.

UCA is committed to transparency and has earned recognition such as a Candid Seal of Transparency, reflecting responsible stewardship of donor funds.

Absolutely! You can with your time or professional skills

• Volunteer with students
• Mentor or tutor
• Share professional expertise (HR, finance, communications, etc.)
• Refer UCA to your contacts, families looking for After School

UCA shares impact through:

• Donor newsletters
• Events and updates
• You can request for zoom meetings and 
• Personal stories from students and families
• Opportunities to connect with the UCA community

Yes. All donors receive acknowledgment and documentation for their contributions.

If you use Overflow to give, you will be able to access your private Donor Profile to view past transactions.

Yes, we welcome opportunities for donors to see the work firsthand. Reach out to schedule a visit or attend an upcoming event.

Yes. You can recommend a grant to Urban Christian Academy through your donor-advised fund. Please contact us if you need our EIN or additional details.

You can reach UCA at:

• Email: June Gin, Executive Director at jgin@ucachicago.org
• Office Phone: 312-404-0153