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Walking for Avenues was recently featured in Journal & Topics, highlighting this year’s success in nearing our $100,000 fundraising goal.

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Walking for Avenues was recently featured in the Chicago Tribune, highlighting the success of this year’s event and the incredible impact of our community coming together in support of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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Avenues to Independence, a nonprofit serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, will host its second annual Walking for Avenues fundraising walk on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Maine South High School in Park Ridge. Building on a successful inaugural walk in 2025, the organization has set an ambitious goal of raising $100,000 to support services that help Avenues clients lead independent, fulfilling lives.

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Every September, organizations across the country come together to honor the incredible contributions of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). At Avenues, this recognition feels especially meaningful. DSP Recognition Week, which takes place September 7 through 13, 2025, is a chance to shine a spotlight on the people who make our mission possible every single day.

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Thanks to our generous donors, sponsors and supporters we raised more than $52,000 to support the Avenues program participants. The event was held at RPM Events and featured great food and wonderful views of the city. As a nod to its' former name, Spotlight on Wine, the event featured a Wine Silent Auction and Wine Raffle.

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Avenues generations of supporters believe in the promise of a lifelong commitment to the individuals we serve at Avenues, and we hope you do too. Please know your support this summer will mean Avenues to Independence will continue to provide homes, jobs and community involvement for generations to come. Thank you for your time and investment.

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