Little City Foundation

Here at Little City, we do big things. We're dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing environment to live and learn and so much more. Take a look! #LittleCityBigLife

Thank you to ALL our amazing staff at Little City's Center for Education! From the teachers to therapists and paraprofessionals to nurses, the life-changing work that happens at the school every day would not be possible without the selfless and committed work of our staff. Students come from districts all around the area because of Little City's talented staff and their belief that every child has the ability to reach their own unique potential. Thank you for believing in our students every single day and helping those with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities work toward a brighter future.

To our Little City nurses: Your impact makes a difference every day for the people at Little City. Thank you for your tireless commitment to health, hope, and humanity. You are appreciated more than words can say!

Join us for an unforgettable day at the Little City Invitational Golf Classic, taking place on June 17th at the picturesque Twin Orchard Country Club. Tee off with us as we come together to support individuals with disabilities in our community. Be part of the action, compete for prizes, and contribute to a meaningful cause. Interested in sponsorship opportunities? Contact us today to learn more about how you can partner with us to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. Secure your spot by registering for our Invitational Golf Classic and snagging your tickets today! http://littlecity.org/lci/

Shop Little City's Plant Sale every Thursday and Friday 1-5 pm and Saturdays 9-3 through May 31! Location: 1760 W. Algonquin Rd., Palatine - Large A-frame building Discover stunning blooms and lush greenery while supporting our Horticulture Center's vocational skills program for individuals with developmental disabilities. Every plant you buy is a testament to the dedication of our participants, nurturing both flowers and valuable job skills. See you soon! 🌱💐🌿

Our Little City team is making waves in the fight for fair wages for our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). Check out this feature in the Daily Herald showcasing the voices of DSPs Rosalind Wakefield and James Sitati, along with our Director of Government Relations, Samantha Alloway, and CEO Rich Bobby. Their dedication is driving our push for a $3 per hour wage increase. With just three weeks left in the legislative session, we're championing those who stand for others every single day! https://lnkd.in/gbAZHprt

As part of Teacher Appreciation Week, Little City celebrates all the amazing Paraprofessionals and Related Services staff who make our school go! Our incredible team helps students reach their full potential in a safe and supportive environment. Whether it responding to a child in crisis, de-escalating behaviors before they start or simply lending a hand by giving extra attention when a student needs assistance, the Paraprofessionals and Related Services staff of Little City go above and beyond every day. Nothing is more important than the safety of students and staff and this team creates that safe and supportive environment for optimal learning every single day. Thank you to our incredible team! You truly are changing lives!

For the women who live at the Euclid Home, Little City provides a house, but it is the people who make it a home. When housemates come together, they become family through communication. Read their story here! https://lnkd.in/gYkm4e6B

Join Little City’s Associate Board on May 23rd for their 3rd Annual Trivia Night at Tapster Lincoln Park! Get your friends and family together and join us – in-person or virtually – to test your trivia knowledge and help raise vital funds for Little City to help empower kids and adults with disabilities to live the life that they deserve. Date: Thursday, May 23rd Time: 7pm (trivia will begin for both in-person and virtual teams at 7:15pm) Location: In-person will be at Tapster Lincoln Park (1059 W. Wrightwood in Chicago) Teams: Be sure to spread the knowledge on your team, but please limit your team to 6 members. PLUS, those who join us in-person will be entered into a raffle for prizes! *In-person & virtual teams will be playing separate trivia games with a prize for each first-place team. *We will be using the Trivnow app and will send a reminder a few days ahead of the event for you to download. Get tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gWFZVNwX

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, let's spread awareness and understanding. Together, we can build a community that prioritizes mental health and supports one another. 💚