Making an Impact
This could involve supporting local charities, sponsoring community events, or simply offering a helping hand to those in need. These actions create a ripple effect that contributes to the overall well-being of your community.
Our Mission
We mobilize communities so all can thrive.
We partner with local organizations to build a strong and vibrant community.
We invest in essential programs supporting school readiness, healthy lifestyles and positive financial outcomes.
Youth Opportunity
Equitable access to resources that support education and…
Healthy Community
Equitable access to opportunities that support physical…
Financial Security
Support to organizations in our community that lift up…
Community Resiliency
Support to programs that provide basic human needs…
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Our 3rd annual 'Mom Made Me Do This' 5k was one for the books!
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Runners, walkers, sponsors, and…
Stepping Up for their Community
Students of Bednarcik Junior High in Oswego recently raised money for a Walk-A-Thon to support Fox Valley United Way…
Celebrating Countdown to Kindergarten 2026
SPARK recently hosted its annual Countdown to Kindergarten early childhood resource fair, bringing…
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Annual Reporting
3,721+
Families engaged with SPARK programming over the last 12 months.
10,999+
Calls referred by Kane and Kendall 2-1-1 in the last 12 months.
6,062+
Children currently enrolled in Dolly Parton's Imagination Library receiving…
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Join us on Thursday, June 12 at Banana Split for a sweet way to support local families!
Doors open at 12:00 PMOpen until 9:00 PM
A percentage of all sales throughout the day will help support SPARK programs for children ages birth to 5 in Aurora, including:
School readiness support
Early literacy and learning opportunities
Family engagement…
12:00PM - 9:00PM
820 Church Rd. , Aurora, Illinois 60505
