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Enter to Learn, Leave to Serve

Mooseheart is a residential childcare community situated on a picturesque 1,000-acre campus, just 38 miles west of Chicago. Known as the “Child City,” it serves as a safe and supportive home for children and teens in need, from infancy through high school.

Founded in July of 1913 by the Moose Fraternity Organization, Mooseheart is committed to providing exceptional care for youth whose families, due to various circumstances, apply for admission. Our mission is to offer young individuals a safe, loving, and stable environment where they can grow, learn, and succeed.

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Community Support

Empowerment

Gratitude

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Campus Tour

Mooseheart is a residential childcare community situated on a picturesque 1,000-acre campus, just 38 miles west of Chicago. Children live in one of thirty residences designed like a spacious single-family home. Each residence is home for six to twelve children.

Explore our scenic campus and experience our state-of-the-art facilities, vibrant classrooms, and so much more.

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Making a Difference

Our Members of the Moose provide love, guidance, and unwavering support to the children of Mooseheart, embodying the values of compassion and care. Acting as an extended family, they foster a nurturing environment where children can grow, thrive, and achieve their full potential. Through mentorship, encouragement, and dedication, our members leave a profound and lasting impact, shaping futures, building confidence, and creating lifelong bonds that inspire hope and resilience.

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Non-Discrimination Statement

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident.

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