A Chicago Police officer, Maddox launched Future Ties in 2011 while serving as a security officer at Parkway Gardens during her off hours. After noticing that young residents often caused trouble because they were bored, she convinced building management to open a basement so she could provide activities for the kids after school. The program has since expanded to operate year-round, and Maddox hopes that one day Future Ties will be able to reach all 1,200 kids that live in the complex to help them learn, grow and succeed.
