Just Be. There is no question.The Viola Project was featured by Small Forces, which aims to inspire the best in human spirit and promote good work in the world through stories of people making a positive impact in their communities.

Chicago Community Trust - From Donor to Grantmaker With the Young Leaders Fund"At this year’s reception, a student from The Viola Project brought new life to a familiar soliloquy from The Merchant of Venice. In the Elizabethan era, the role—like every role—would have been performed by a male actor. But it gained new depths in the hands of this girls’ empowerment project, which uses Shakespeare to unite and inspire young women ages 10 to 16. The Viola Project will use the grant to expand their program into a South Side neighborhood."