This Christmas Eve, Avenues’ Staff and Clients, along with Holly Santelli of Ash and Willow Salon in Park Ridge, were featured on CBS Channel 2 News. The segment celebrated the 15+ years that Holly and her team have generously provided free haircuts to Avenues clients. The story highlighted our clients, who shared how impactful these haircuts have been in helping them live with dignity and independence.
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On Sunday, November 9, Bob McNamara ,VP of Development at Avenues, and Holly Santelli of Park Ridge-based Ash & Willow Salon appeared on @ABC7Chicago to celebrate the 15+ years Holly and her team have been offering our clients free haircuts.
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Ash & Willow’s Holly Santelli Recognized for 15 Years of Service to Adults with Disabilities - Avenues to Independence, a nonprofit supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, celebrated its Annual Dinner and Dance on October 24 at the Hilton Chicago Northbrook. One of the event’s highlights was the presentation of the William and Jean Knaack Spirit of Avenues Award to local salon owner Holly Santelli, recognizing her long-standing support and volunteerism.
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When you think about charitable giving, you might picture writing a check to support a favorite cause or donating during a fundraiser. But what if your support could go even further, helping organizations like Avenues to Independence not just today, but for years to come? That’s the power of planned giving.
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Avenues to Independence, a nonprofit supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is hosting its first-ever Walking for Avenues fundraising walk. The family-friendly event will take place on June 14, 2025, at Maine South HIgh School in Park Ridge, and seeks to raise money to support critical programming for its clients.
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As we approach the holiday season, we are thankful for another impactful year. This past summer, Avenues was featured on the Wintrust Mural on the Kennedy Expressway, where over 15,000,000 passers-by got a glimpse of bright, beautiful designs, inspired by life at Avenues. Thanks to your continued and generous support, the people of Avenues live their lives with dignity, engage with a wonderful community of friends and supporters, and reside in safe and accommodating homes.
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