Preparing Student Leaders For Business Success

The Ideal Candidate is an award winning training academy that connects diverse talent to corporate partners.

Mission: Build self-sufficient life and professional skills.

Vision: Impact 1 million youth, age 16-24.

The Ideal Candidate Partners

"The Ideal Candidate is an exceptional leader in youth advocacy throughout the City of Chicago."

"I choose The Ideal Candidate because I wanted to be successful and I knew they would help me get there."

"The Ideal Candidate program is needed to support the improvement of the quality of life and safety of our youth while providing needed services."

We are truly grateful for any level of support. Drip by drip fills the bucket.

Thank you for helping us fulfill our mission.

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