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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Upward Bound Moves our Mission Forward
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Last Thursday, local high school students in NIU's…
Celebrating Sweet Success
On June 25th, we gathered for our Annual Scoop to celebrate a year of accomplishments with our community partners and look…
Mobilizing for Survivors
Recently, Fox Valley United Way received a call from the skincare company Clearstem, offering a donation of more than 2,700…
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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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Indian Trail – July 14 Play Group
Join SPARK, Fox Valley Park District, and Aurora Housing Authority for free outdoor summer play groups designed for children ages 0–5 and their caregivers.
Families are invited to enjoy hands-on activities, music, bubbles, dancing, storytime, and playful learning experiences in a fun and welcoming outdoor…
10:00AM - 11:00AM
415 E. Indian Trail , Aurora, Illinois 60505
