About the USO
The Mission:
The USO of Illinois’ mission is to enhance the quality of life of the U.S. Armed Forces personnel and their families and to create a cooperative relationship between U.S. military communities and involved or supporting civilian communities.
The Vision:
The USO of Illinois, in times of peace and war, delivers comfort and enhances the morale and well-being of the Active Duty, Guard and Reserve men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families through a variety of social, recreational, educational and entertainment programs and support services.
About:
Solely supported by the generosity of the American people, the USO of Illinois is a civilian 501(c)(3) registered non-profit that is not supported by the government.
The USO of Illinois touches the lives of over 300,000 Active Duty, Guard and Reserve military and military families throughout Illinois and the Midwest region. Offered year round, the USO of Illinois provides over 300 programs and services that enhance the quality of our service members lives which raise morale through unique recreational, educational, and cultural opportunities. Together, our network of hundreds of volunteers donates nearly 20,000 hours of service annually in honor of our brave men and women.
The USO is chartered by Congress as a non-profit organization. It is not part of the U.S. government, but is recognized by the Department of Defense, Congress and President of the United States, who serves as Honorary Chairman of the USO.
The USO of Illinois Locations:
- USO of Illinois Administrative Office
- Great Lakes Center
- Midway Center
- Navy Pier Center
- O’Hare Center – Terminal 2
- O’Hare Center – Terminal 3
- Rock Island Center
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