LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS!
AsourC.I.T.Y.ofSupportgrows,sodoesour needforastrongvolunteerworkforce!
Weknowit’s hardforparents tofindtimeto volunteer,but whataboutthe family,friends, professionals,& colleagueswho supportyou?
Let them know about these opportunities, and encourage them to sign up!
LEADERSHIPOPPORTUNITIES:
MON 11/4| 7:30pm-8:30pm NEW 6-week Online Parent Meet-Up Session. Limited to 10 participants. Register here to participate.
THURS 11/7 | 5:00pm-7:00pm Bi-Annual Professional Networking Soiree. Registration required.
TUES 11/12| 10:00-11:00am Developmental Playgroup at the Arlington Hts. Memorial Library. No RSVP required
TUES 11/12| 4:00-5:00pm Developmental Playgroup at the Elmhurst Public Library. No RSVP required.
WED 11/13 | 7:00pm Casual CITY Dad's Hang Out at District Brewyards in Wheeling No need to RSVP. To be added to our Dads contact list, email: hello@cityofsupport org
THURS 11/14| 7:00pm-8:00pm LIVE Online Webinar: “The Importance of Therapeutic Preschool.” Register here to participate via zoom.
WED 11/20 | 10:30-11:30am Developmental Playgroup at the Oak Park Public Library. No RSVP required
NOV.7TH 5-7PM
2024 D.I.Y. HOLIDAY CARDS
These festive card kits are the perfect way to spread holiday cheer and a great addition to any gift! They add a personal touch that teachers, therapists, family members, and friends will all appreciate. Plus, they’re a fun craft activity for your kids (that also target therapy skills!).
The card kits contain all the instructions and required materials (except glue and scissors), so they're ready when you are!
Order online with pick-up & shipping options available, and know that 100% of proceeds go back to our C.I.T.Y!
2025 C.I.T.Y. PRINTED CALENDARS
Our outreach team is busy distributing these calendars to therapy clinics, pediatrician offices, libraries, park districts, and private businesses who support our mission. Last year, we gave away over 800 copies, helping to significantly increase awareness for our organization and connect parents with our free resources & opportunities.
If you know a business who would be interested in displaying our calendar, please email us: hello@cityofsupport.org
If YOU would like to purchase your very own calendar (either for yourself or as great holiday gifts!), you can do so on our website. 100% of proceeds go back to our organization.
8-11PM
This special night only happens 1x/year, and we don’t want you to miss out...line up the babysitters and grab your tickets now before the holiday rush!
CITY hosts this night to:
Celebratecaregiversofchildrenintherapy bytreatingthemtoanightout--onCITY!
EncourageALLcommunitymemberstoenjoythe concert,food,&drinkswhilelearningmoreabout CITYofSupport
Helpusraisefundsthatsupportourcurrentprograms andfuturevision! Sponsorshipoptionsalsoavailable!
www.givesignup.org/citytributeconcert
C.I.T.Y. Close-Up: Meet Arsh
According to his mom:
"Arsh has been in therapy the last 2 years and has come such a long way. He went from 0 words to over 300 or way more (we’ve lost count now!) He’s a cheerful little boy who adores his family & therapists and loves to play He’s an ardent musician and rocks out to the likes of Dua Lipa and Miley Cyrus (his older sisters’ influence) We’re so blessed to have Arsh in our lives The joy and light he brings to our home is immeasurable So happy to call him mine!"
You
could be our next
winner!
You could be our next winner! We share our monthly Close-Up post on the last Friday of every month in our Facebook Group. Comment there with your child's latest success story by 11:59pm on Wednesday, November 6th, and you will be entered into our random quarterly drawing to receive a sensory-friendly family photo shoot with Something Blue Photography.
NEW BLOG POST:
The Importance of Therapeutic Preschools
Submitted by: In2Great! Pediatric Therapy
Join the authors for a LIVE Discussion and Q&A Session on THURSDAY, NOV. 14th from 7-8pm on zoom. REGISTER HERE.
Professionals: This course has been submitted for 1 hour of Early Intervention continuing education credit and is currently pending. Although there is a nominal fee for watching recorded webinars in our on-demand library, the live discussion is available at NO COST.
Open Call for Blog Posts:
We would love to feature you and your expertise in a CITY blog post! These posts are now available to be published at NO cost and based on board approval for originality, relevance, and content validity Submit your potential blog topic!
ONLINE PARENT MEET-UP GROUPS
Did you see this opportunity?
Within 24 hours, we reached maximum capacity for hosting this casual, 6-week online meet-up group for CITY caregivers in Nov-Dec.
Due to its appeal, we are continuing to collect registrations for the growing waitlist!
Those who register now will be the first to learn about new 6-week online sessions as they become available. The more parents who sign up to be on our waiting list, the more specific we can be in tailoring future groups to meet the different demographics of our CITY (i.e. location, ages of child) Sign up for the waiting list here!
“Our goal here at PBS is to teach meaningful, attainable, and socially appropriate skills using positive behavior change methods The well-being, betterment, and growth of each individual is not only our passion but our dedication.”
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
NEW SIGN-UP FOR VOLUNTEERS:
Looking for occasional opportunities or a more specific volunteer committee? Use our new sign-up form to let us know your preferences! We have committees for 1) Events, 2) Parent Advisory, 3) Education, and 4) Fundraising/Outreach. We would love your help!
HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ABOUT C.I.T.Y.
Advertiseyoursupportwithourwindowclingsandcarmagnets Needanymoreof thesematerials? Email:hello@cityofsupport.organdwe’llsendthemtoyouatnocost!
TRY A GENERO-CITY BOX
This volunteer opportunity makes DOUBLE THE IMPACT, with 100% of proceeds funding our current & future programs, while also spreading kindness in our community. Perfect for schools, scout groups, and corporate team-building events. Order a small number of kits here, or email us to organize bigger group projects! hello@cityofsupport.org
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:
HELP US EXPAND OUR NETWORK OF SPONSORS! GET INVOLVED IN OUR CITY TRIBUTE CONCERT
We rely on community support to help keep our events and resources free for parents. Do you know of a corporation, business, or donor who would like to be connected with our hyper-local nonprofit? Especially, with year-end giving approaching, we would love to reach out to them! Please email us with any possible leads: hello@cityofsupport.org
Advertise your commitment to CITY of Support with your name printed across the stage! In addition to event sponsors, we’re looking for businesses to contribute in-kind gifts & experiences for guests who contribute to our “Mystery Date” Donor Wall! Learn more here!
SIGN UP FOR AN ANNUAL SPONSORSHIP & RECEIVE BENEFITS YEAR-ROUND
We have 3 options at different price points, all of which include a listing in our Professional Directory (with thousands of visitors each year). Learn more here.
CONTRIBUTE YOUR EXPERTISE
Consider submitting a blog post proposal! Visit here to learn more. Connect with your local library to consider hosting CITY Developmental Playgroups
ADVERTISE YOUR EVENTS
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