People. Creativity. Opportunity.
For nearly a decade, T.A.P. has created opportunities for young creatives through hands-on training, mentorship, and access to real-world experiences. Our impact is measured in the lives we’ve touched — and the futures we’re helping to build.
Hands-on training in media, production and digital marketing.
A supportive environment where young creatives can explore, create and grow.
Exposure to networks, professional experiences and new audiences.
Access to education, internships, mentorship and career advancement.
From immersive summer programs to becoming an Illinois nonprofit, T.A.P. has steadily expanded its impact, creating new opportunities for young creatives along the way.
Began immersive media and digital marketing apprenticeship programs for local youth and international students visiting the U.S.
Continued program expansion, welcoming youth from across communities and around the world.
Young creatives gained new skills, including digital tools to promote their ideas, brands and businesses.
TAP formally incorporated as an Illinois nonprofit (501(c)(3)) and continued developing a proprietary curriculum with educators and media professionals.
Expanded access to professional production facilities, coworking spaces, mentorship and hands-on learning experiences.
Refined and strengthened programming to meet evolving needs and create more learning opportunities for young creatives.
Continued building momentum toward a permanent home in Chicago’s West Garfield Park and a broader creative ecosystem.
Different journeys. A shared foundation.
Here are a few examples of the impact T.A.P. has made.
Case Study #1
In 2018, a recent high school graduate participated in T.A.P. over the summer before starting college. The experience helped the student win additional scholarship money for communication studies upon starting college.
T.A.P. helped me find my voice and gave me the skills to believe in my future.
Case Study #2
In 2017, an aspiring teen entrepreneur was able to gain skills through T.A.P. that enabled her to better promote her own business online.
I learned real skills, met amazing people, and gained the confidence to turn my ideas into something real.
Case Study #3
A college student was granted course credit towards a journalism degree for his participation in the program. He received required internship course credit that he applied toward his college credits in Summer 2016.
T.A.P. gave me hands-on experience that counted toward my degree and opened doors I never expected.
T.A.P. provides the tools, experiences and support young creatives need to turn their potential into progress.
Access to professional equipment and real-world creative projects.
Training in content creation, branding and audience engagement.
Guidance from industry professionals and educators.
Exposure to academic opportunities, internships and career pathways.
Skills to develop and promote their own ideas and businesses.
See how T.A.P. is creating opportunity through creativity.
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