WELCOME!
Thanks for stopping by! We are an organization committed to making a difference in our community with our activities which are centered around empowerment and service. Please look around and discover the programs and activities we are pursuing in the western suburbs of Chicago and beyond.
VISION
Our vision is a community where children, youth, young adults, parents, and the entire family reach their highest potential and become contributing members of society.
MISSION
Our mission is to empower and support families, especially children, youth, and young adults by providing opportunities for learning, critical thinking, exposure, mentoring, and resiliency.
WE SUPPORT FAMILY AND COMMUNITY
News Spotlight:
This Summer AALR participated in Climb USA. This
8-week, hands-on, team-based simulation taught investing fundamentals, portfolio strategy, and wealth-building skills. With no experience required, this program demystifies investing, builds confidence and equips participants to be future investors.
At the end of this session our team received a $1000 award. YAY!!!
See the closing program here. Our involvement can be observed at the 1 hour 25 minute mark.
At home and abroad, we are making a difference in the lives of people!
The AALR Ascent Fellowship is a comprehensive, multi-year developmental pipeline for students from Will, Kane, DuPage, and Cook Counties. It supports participants across two distinct tracks: the Foundation Track (Freshmen & Sophomores) and the Elevation Track (Juniors & Seniors).
The program is designed to help students transition smoothly through higher education, master career readiness, build professional networks, secure paid experiences, achieve financial independence, and embrace community leadership.
Are you trying to established in your career? We have a board for you! Early career professionals, recent graduates, and community advocates who would like to contribute their skills and leadership to strengthen the impact of AALR are invited to join our Young Professional Board. We are looking for individuals to make a difference and who have experience working in or alongside communities of color.
This project realizes a dream of developing partnerships, strategies, support,
and self-help initiatives in sub-Saharan Africa. Read more about this project here.
OUR GOAL FOR 2026
As we continue to do this work, we aspire to expand our footprint into areas where we can provide the most support through collaborative partnerships. As we build our brand, we will continue our programming for children, increase the number of Board of Directors, volunteer, and expand our social media presence.
Please help us reach this goal by making a donation.