Aspire Chicago

Thank you for your sponsorship of Outta Sight Big City Night! ?????? With your generous support, we are continuing to break barriers and building a more inclusive world where people of all abilities can thrive. Your partnership fuels our mission, allowing us to create opportunities for people with disabilities to access ever-greater possibilities. This unforgettable evening of food, fun, and celebration wouldn’t be possible without you, and we are so grateful to have you by our side. Together, we’re turning possibilities into progress—now and for the future! #OuttaSightBigCityNight #PoweredByPossible Serena Alaily, MBA

?? Exciting News! ?? Aspire’s Social Club launches in March! A fun, supportive community for adults (18+) with disabilities to connect, make friends, and enjoy events like: Picnics ?? Bowling ?? Museum visits ??? V irtual game/movie nights ?? Members have access to 2 in-person & 2 virtual events/month and can even join the Social Club Leadership Council to help plan future events! ?? Want to join? Contact Noelle Dela Cruz, at [email protected] for more information! #PoweredByPossible Serena Alaily, MBA

Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at Aspire! On this day of love and appreciation, we want to take a moment to celebrate you: our incredible volunteers, supporters, and partners. Your generosity, dedication, and kindness make everything we do possible, from life-changing programs to unforgettable community events. We are so grateful for you, today and every day! ???? #PoweredByPossible #HappyValentinesDay Serena Alaily, MBA

Outta Sight Big City Night is LESS THAN ONE MONTH AWAY! ??????? Time is running out to grab your tickets for Aspire’s swingin’ 60s-themed gala on March 8! Don’t miss this unforgettable night of groovy entertainment, fab food, and big-hearted impact. Ticket sales will close in just 2 weeks on February 20th! Secure your spot now—click the link below or visit our website before it’s too late! ????? https://lnkd.in/gRzETgfY #OuttaSightBigCityNight Serena Alaily, MBA

Big news at our Possibility Academy in Waukegan - our bathroom renovation is complete! ??? For the last few months, renovations have been occurring to transform one of our spaces into accessible women’s and men’s bathrooms on the south side of the building, and we are so excited that they are finished! To celebrate, we held a toilet paper ribbon-cutting ceremony ????. This project could not have been accomplished without the generous support of Julia Wold and the Grainger Family Foundation. Thank you for your continued support and generosity, you are truly helping to create a more inclusive world for everyone! ?? #PoweredByPossible #AccessibleSpaces #InclusiveDesign Serena Alaily, MBA

Black History Month is a time to honor the resilience, achievements, and contributions of Black leaders, activists, and communities who have shaped history and continue to inspire change ??. At Aspire, we recognize that true inclusivity means amplifying diverse voices, advocating for equity, and ensuring that all individuals, regardless of background or ability, have access to opportunities that empower them. This month serves as a reminder of the ongoing work needed to break down barriers and build a more just society. By celebrating Black history, we reaffirm our commitment to diversity and inclusion in all that we do. Together, we can create a future where everyone has the chance to thrive ?????. #PoweredByPossible #BlackHistoryMonth #Inclusion Serena Alaily, MBA

Our community is stronger when we’re together! ?? This week, we welcomed leaders from the DuPage County Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Fund for a tour of Aspire, meeting the incredible people we support and exploring new ways to uplift our local communities. Building connections like these help drive real impact, and we can’t wait for what’s ahead! ?? Pictured: Kate Bousum, CFRE, Regina Brent, Stacey Gore-Brown, Esq., Serena Alaily, MBA, Dan Wagner #PoweredByPossible #BuildingConnections #InclusionInAction

Nothing but smiles for the Hinsdale Junior Woman's Club! A big thank you to the Hinsdale Junior Woman's Club for spending their afternoon volunteering at our Career Academy in Hillside! We had a fantastic time decorating cookies, playing winter-themed bingo, and sharing what we’re most excited about in the year ahead. Your continued support means the world to Aspire, the people we support, and our vision to create an inclusive future for everyone. Thank you for being a vital part of our community! ?? #PoweredByPossible #AspireCommunity #InclusionInAction Serena Alaily, MBA

Aspire recently participated in the West Suburban Legislative Breakfast, joining UCP Seguin of Greater Chicago, Community Support Services, Inc. (CSS) , and Oak Leyden to discuss important issues impacting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Illinois. ???? Our very own Maggie Hassler was a speaker and was able to share some exciting information with State Legislators and local organizations about Aspire, our programs, and some things to come in the future. A big thank you goes out to Senator Javier Loera - Cervantes, Senator Mike Porfirio, State Representative Martha (Marti) Wiles Deuter, Chief of Staff Jose Vidal, and Chicagoland Director Eileen Lynch for attending and continuing to be champions for people with disabilities! ?? #PoweredByPossible #InclusivityInAction #InclusiveLegislation Serena Alaily, MBA

Aspire Chicago was honored to participate in the second annual DuPage County Martin Luther King Jr. "I Have a Dream" Unity Breakfast, which brought together 1,400 attendees to honor Dr. King's legacy and recognize Attorney Fred D. Gray. ??? The event highlighted the power of community, leadership, and collaboration. We extend our gratitude to Advisory Committee co-chairs Regina Brent and Dan Wagner for their vision and Mae Behm for her hospitality and inviting us to join the JVM Realty Corporation table. Seeing so many leaders and advocates was truly inspiring, and Aspire looks forward to future celebrations of unity and progress! ?? #PoweredByPossible Serena Alaily, MBA