Avenues to Independence

Time’s running out, there is just one week until the Avenues Annual Dinner & Dance! Don’t miss out on the event of the year!  You won’t want to be the one hearing all the fun stories after the fact—you should be part of the fun! Visit AD24.givesmart.com to purchase tickets or to donate. #community #parkridge #Independence #dignity #happiness #avenuestoindependence #nonprofit #nonprofitchicago #chicago #wheeling #desplaines #developmentaldisabilities #SupportingAves #annualdinner

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month! Down syndrome is an intellectual disability that affects 1 in 770 babies each year and is caused when a person is born with an extra chromosome. At Avenues we are proud to be advocates for our program participants with Down syndrome and we will continue to provide opportunities for them to grow, learn and foster their talents and abilities. Let’s come together to celebrate the achievements and unique perspectives of individuals with Down syndrome. Join us in spreading awareness, breaking down barriers, and celebrating diversity this month and every day! #nationaldownsyndromeawarenessmonth #october #downsyndrome #downsyndromeawareness #avenuestoindependence #nonprofit #nonprofitchicago #chicago #parkridge  #developmentaldisabilities  #SupportingAves #desplaines

Check out this article about the Avenues to Independence mural! https://lnkd.in/ezCJXG_U

Each October, as part of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), we celebrate the value and contributions that workers with disabilities bring to America's workplaces and economy. NDEAM serves as a reminder of our ongoing commitment to ensuring that people with disabilities have access to quality jobs, not just in October, but throughout the year. This years’ theme is “Access to Good Jobs for All.” Participants in the Avenues program take great pride in their achievements at their jobs in the community, and we are grateful to the employers who foster inclusive workplaces. Learn ways your workplace can get involved by visiting https://lnkd.in/gWJ37-s8 #ndeam #disabilityawareness #nationaldisabilityemploymentawarenessmonth #disability #inclusion #avenuestoindependence #nonprofit #nonprofitchicago #chicago #parkridge #desplaines #wheeling #developmentaldisabilities  #SupportingAves

There is just over two weeks until the Avenues Annual Dinner and Dance. Come to support Avenues, stay for the dancing! To purchase tickets or to donate visit AD24.givesmart.com. #community #parkridge #Independence #dignity #happiness #avenuestoindependence #nonprofit #nonprofitchicago #chicago #wheeling #desplaines #developmentaldisabilities #SupportingAves #annualdinner

Avenues to Independence is Where Joy Happens. At our Spotlight on Avenues cocktail event last week, we revealed that long-time Avenues supporter Linda Buggy will receive the 2025 Jane & Albert Wohlers Visionary Award. Linda has been a part of Avenues for over two decades and recently ended her tenure as Chair of the Avenues Board of Directors this summer. Linda will be honored and receive the award at our upcoming gala: A Night in Monte Carlo on February 22, 2025. We hope you will join us in February for an evening to celebrate Linda and the program participants of Avenues.

Thank you for attending and supporting our event! Your presence helps empower adults with disabilities to lead fulfilling lives. Through your generosity, we can continue providing essential services and opportunities that make a lasting impact. We appreciate your commitment to our mission and look forward to continuing this important work with you. Thank you for making a difference! Missed the event? You can still make an impact by donating. Act now—visit https://lnkd.in/d6yCYGGN. To view more pictures from the event last year visit- https://lnkd.in/gKb6XqMY #community #parkridge #Independence #dignity #happiness #avenuestoindependence #nonprofit #nonprofitchicago #chicago #wheeling #desplaines #developmentaldisabilities #SupportingAves #spotlightonavenues

At the upcoming Spotlight on Avenues, you will have the chance to bid on beautiful, one-of-a-kind art pieces created by talented individuals. Each artwork tells a unique story of creativity, and self-expression. A portion of the proceeds from the artwork will benefit the artist, allowing us to continue providing programs like Creative Avenues to the amazing people we serve. By bidding on these pieces, you’re not only investing in art, but also in these amazing artists! To view the artwork, purchase tickets or make a donation please visit- Spotlight24.givesmart.com #community #parkridge #Independence #dignity #happiness #avenuestoindependence #nonprofit #nonprofitchicago #chicago #wheeling #desplaines #developmentaldisabilities #SupportingAves #spotlightonavenues #SupportInclusion #BidToGive

There is just 1 week left until the Spotlight on Avenues on September 26! This is your chance to purchase one-of-a-kind art made by participants in the Avenues Creative Avenues program. Be sure to invite a friend so they can learn about Avenues and Where Joy Happens! Tickets are selling fast, so secure yours now before it’s too late! Can’t attend? You can still make an impact by donating. Act now—visit https://lnkd.in/d6yCYGGN to purchase tickets or donate today. #community #parkridge #Independence #dignity #happiness #avenuestoindependence #nonprofit #nonprofitchicago #chicago #wheeling #desplaines #developmentaldisabilities #SupportingAves #spotlightonavenues

Nearly 327,000 vehicles pass the iconic Wintrust Mural daily while traveling down the Kennedy Expressway. Given the pace of construction traffic these days, that’s over 327,000 people a day getting an opportunity to see the beautiful artwork that symbolizes how Avenues to Independence empowers individuals with disabilities and supports their independence. Each set of new eyes that learns about the mission of Avenues to Independence can make a world of difference. Together, we can turn that vision into reality. Visit https://lnkd.in/gcshkZgU to donate today and be part of the journey! #community #parkridge #Independence #dignity #happiness #avenuestoindependence #nonprofit #nonprofitchicago #chicago #wheeling #desplaines #developmentaldisabilities #SupportingAves #wintrust #wintrustmural #avenues #artwork #artist