When you give to Rootz of Chicago, you’re investing in more than music—you’re investing in futures. Every dollar provides Chicago youth with access to mentorship from legendary DJs, hands-on training in music production, and opportunities to perform, lead, and dream bigger. Your donation helps underserved teens find their creative voice, build career-ready skills, and carry forward the legacy of Chicago House music into the next generation. Together, we turn beats into opportunities and passion into possibility.
Rootz of Chicago was founded to honor the city’s legacy as the birthplace of House music while creating new opportunities for the next generation. What began as a vision to connect youth with Chicago’s legendary DJs has grown into a movement that blends mentorship, music education, and entrepreneurship. Since its start, Rootz has worked in schools, parks, and community venues to give underserved teens hands-on training in DJing, music production, and event planning—empowering them to become creative leaders in their communities.
Your $25 gift provides essential music tools like headphones and software access—giving a young artist their first step into music creation.