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Make accessibility possible all year long.

Join the circle of Champions

Circle of Champions is our monthly giving community. Your recurring gift funds audit scholarships for small businesses, inclusive staff trainings, accessible materials (braille/large-print menus, signage), and inclusive community events across Chicagoland. Monthly support lets us plan ahead, respond quickly, and keep momentum going.

Why Join (Donor Benefits)

Direct, local impact you can see in neighborhood shops, cafés, clinics, and venues

Quarterly “Impact Notes” with short stories, photos, and upgrades funded by the Circle

Invites/discounts to inclusive events and volunteer days

Recognition on our website and annual report (optional, anonymous available)

Why It Matters (Foundation Benefits)

Predictable funding to schedule audits/trainings/inclusive events month after month

Lower admin costs so more dollars go straight to access upgrades

Faster response for urgent fixes (temporary ramps, clear signage, alt-text tune-ups)

Scholarships for small businesses with big community impact

Suggested Monthly Levels

$15/month – Print & Signage
Funds large-print menus, door decals, and wayfinding.

$30/month – Train a Team
Provides materials for an inclusive staff training session.

$50/month – Audit Support
Covers part of an ADA-aligned accessibility audit.

$100/month – Sponsor an Audit
Fully funds an audit scholarship for a neighborhood business.

$250+/month – Champion Partner
Underwrites multiple upgrades and community events each year.

Pick Your Monthly or One Time Donation Below

With every donation, we get closer to a more accessible community. All donations are tax-deductible and go straight to the Foundation!

Why Our supporters donate