Giving Tuesday

Giving Tuesday

Help Us Reach the Finish Line: Support Glenkirk’s Giving Tuesday Campaign

Glenkirk’s Empowering Spaces: Building Glenkirk’s Future Capital Campaign launched with a bold vision: to create the inclusive, welcoming, community-centered home that individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities deserve. We set an ambitious goal of raising $2.5 million, and thanks to the extraordinary generosity of Illinois DCEO, families, donors, board members, and community partners, we have already reached $1.9 million.

Now, as we approach Giving Tuesday, we are calling on the Glenkirk community to help close the final gap.

This moment matters—not just for our campaign, but for every individual who will walk through the doors of our new headquarters and program hubs at 3300 Dundee Road.

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Why Your Gift Matters Now

From the beginning, this campaign was about far more than bricks and mortar. It was about building possibility.

A Home That Reflects Our Mission

Our new headquarters and expanding program hubs—including the additional Mundelein Day Program & Behavioral Health Clinic site—were intentionally designed to reflect Glenkirk’s philosophy:

  • Imagine a space where individuals can dream big.

  • Explore environments that foster independence and growth.

  • Connect with staff, peers, and the broader community in meaningful ways.

The capital campaign supports critical renovations, therapeutic spaces, modern accessibility features, technology upgrades, and safe, welcoming gathering spaces that honor the dignity and strengths of every participant.

A Vision Built on Community

Last year, we shared that this campaign would only succeed through partnership—and you have shown up. Donors at every level have stepped forward, from major gifts that established naming rights for the auditorium, boardroom, and community garden benches, to supporters contributing to donor-wall plaques celebrating Glenkirk’s mission.

Now we are just $600,000 away from fully funding this once-in-a-generation transformation.

A Campaign Fueled by Momentum

In the past year alone:

  • Our headquarters relocation became a reality, creating a modern, accessible, community-facing home.

  • Our new day program and Behavioral Health Clinic expansions moved forward, increasing service capacity for youth, adolescents, and adults.

  • We welcomed more families, hosted community tours, strengthened partnerships, and deepened our presence in Northbrook, Highland Park, Mundelein, and surrounding communities.

Your support has already changed lives. Now we need your help to finish strong.

Giving Tuesday: Your Gift Moves Us Closer to the Vision

This Giving Tuesday, we invite you to make a gift that will have impact for decades. Every contribution—large or small—pushes us closer to:

  • Fully equipping our new program spaces

  • Expanding the behavioral health clinic 

  • Enhancing accessibility and community gathering areas

  • Introducing modern technology that elevates learning, communication, and training

  • Completing our donor-recognized installations and welcoming areas

  • Ensuring Glenkirk can continue growing to meet increasing community needs

When you give to Glenkirk, you are not just helping us reach a number.
You are helping us reach people—families who are counting on us, individuals ready to grow, and a community that thrives when everyone belongs.

You Can Help Us Cross the Finish Line

We are proud of the progress we have made—but we cannot complete this vision without you.

Your Giving Tuesday gift will help us:

  • Close the final gap of our $2.5M campaign

  • Strengthen vital programs

  • Build spaces where independence, connection, creativity, and community flourish

Now is the time.

Let’s finish this together.

Give today. Share widely. Help us build Glenkirk’s future.

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Join the Glenkirk Community!

Discover the power of collective action! Dive into the heart of Glenkirk by getting involved in our vibrant community. Explore our diverse range of opportunities, events, and initiatives to make a positive impact alongside fellow change makers. Together, let’s shape a better future for Glenkirk and beyond. Your involvement matters, so join us on this exciting journey of collaboration and transformation!