A Chance In Life
We're on a mission to provide a chance in life to at-risk youth throughout the world.
A Chance In Life is a nonprofit organization founded in Italy in 1945 by Irish priest Monsignor Carroll-Abbing, who was moved by the plight of orphaned and vulnerable children living on the streets after World War II. Inspired by their resilience and independence, he created Boys’ and Girls’ Towns of Italy—with a visionary model "self-government" that empowered youth to manage their own communities. Over the decades, these Towns became a home for young refugees and unaccompanied minors from more different countries. In 2016, our organization became A Chance In Life to reflect our expanding global mission. Guided by the Positive Youth Development (PYD) approach, we now support at-risk youth through our youth and community center in the U.S. and a growing network of local partners across Latin America and the Caribbean, Africa, Asia, and Europe. To date, we have impacted the lives of over 80,000 young people—helping them build brighter futures through education, leadership development, and community support.
10/05/2026
Tomorrow, Neverland comes to life. 81 years of showing up for young people leads to this night at Cipriani 25 Broadway. Thank you to everyone who's already secured a seat. See you tomorrow.
10/04/2026
Two days to go. Every seat at this gala helps fund the mentorship and leadership programs that change a young person's path. We'll see you there!
10/03/2026
It's October 3rd! And our 81st Annual Gala is in three days! This is your chance to stand with young leaders across 14 countries and right here in Staten Island. Reserve your spot now.
10/02/2026
Four days left. This year's theme, Neverland: L’Isola che non c’è, is the place every young person deserves to find: a safe space to dream. On October 6, we bring that place to life at Cipriani 25 Broadway. We can't wait to welcome you.
10/01/2026
Happy October first! That means there are only 5 days until Neverland: L’Isola che non c’è. Every dollar raised supports leadership training, mentorship, and community resources at The Village on Staten Island and through our programs abroad. Your presence at this event is a direct investment in a young person's future.
09/30/2026
Meet our Peter Pan Sponsor, the Chiarello Family! Their continued support of A Chance In Life helps young people build the confidence and skills they need to lead. Families like the Chiarello Family are part of what makes this mission possible. We are honored to have them with us at Neverland: L'Isola che non c'è.
09/30/2026
Six days to Neverland: L’Isola che non c’è! For 81 years, A Chance In Life has shown up for young people facing the toughest odds. This gala is our chance to say thank you to everyone who made that possible. We'll see you there!
09/29/2026
Seven days left. Our young leaders are proof of what happens when a person gets a chance, and their stories anchor everything we do. Come meet them at Cipriani 25 Broadway. secure.qgiv.com/event/nyg2026/
09/28/2026
Meet our Captain Hook Sponsor, River Capital Group!!
Their generous support helps us keep showing up for young people at The Village and around the world, and we are so grateful to have them with us at Neverland: L'Isola che non c'è.
09/28/2026
Eight days! Our work reaches 14 countries, but it starts in a single room. That's the room we're filling on October 6th. We'll see you there.
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