New Moms

New Moms believes in the strength, skills, and potential of young moms.

Parenting is hard. Parenting without a stable home, financial security, or community support is even harder. New Moms exists so young moms do not have to do it alone. Our impact is multi-generational, exponential, and beautiful.

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For 40 years, New Moms has invested in the beauty and power of being a mother.

Our History

In 1983, our founder, Ellen Kogstad, saw a need in her neighborhood — young moms lacking the support of their communities. From there, she took action, starting with the simple act of gathering and distributing diapers and formula from the trunk of her car. Within five years, New Moms outgrew the small church where it began, incorporating and adding a housing service, creating the first housing program for young mothers in Chicago. Four decades later, New Moms has expanded to support young families throughout Chicagoland beyond Housing, including Job Training, and Family Support, and Academic Coaching programs. These programs are designed specifically for young moms, with their input and goals in mind.