Events & News
Latest News
- ABC7 News Reports
- Watch Karen Meyer's special segments on Aspire CoffeeWorks' perfect blend.
- Month of Thanks
- Aspire supporters helped Aspire receive $10,000 of Microsoft Store software.
- NBC Awards Aspire with $25,000
- The NBCUniversal Foundation recognized Aspire among four organizations doing important work in Chicago area communities.
- NBC5 Chicago Asks Viewers to Vote
- Zoraida Sambolin reports on Aspire and the LOVEbug Contest, adding, "Aspire is one of our partner organizations... We love these folks."
- Aspire and Meatheads Burgers on NBC 5 News Today
- Zoraida Sambolin explains how a random act of kindness can make a difference. Aired April 11, 2011.
- Aspire and Meatheads Burgers on WGN Evening News
- Marcus LeShock visits Meatheads Burgers & Fries and learns how they are leveraging social media to support Aspire in a big way! Aired April 11, 2011.
- Mindful Metropolis Features Aspire CoffeeWorks
- Aspire's CEO Jim Kales and co-owner of Metropolis Coffee Company Tony Dreyfuss talk about how the Aspire CoffeeWorks partnership works, what it means to the community and, of course, great coffee. April 2011 Issue.
- Allergies + special needs = balencing act
- Parents of kids with special needs are all too familiar with the many challenges they face as they navigate life each day. But what if your child with special needs also has food allergies or intolerances? Chicago Special Parent Spring 2011 Issue.
- The Chicago Tribune Reports
- Aspire contributes to a recent story on corporate volunteerism among workers. Published December 27, 2010.
- Chicago Sun-Times Highlight
- Aspire CoffeeWorks is featured as one of "seven last-minute stocking stuffers with style." Published December 22, 2010.
- Sweet! Daily Candy Says Drink Up
- Style, food and fashion resourse dubs Aspire CoffeeWorks "Roast with the Most" this season! Published December 8, 2010.
- Aspire CoffeeWorks on NBC5 News Today
- Watch a local business spotlight featuring Aspire CoffeeWorks. Aired December 7, 2010.
- As Seen on WGN-TV
- Marcus Leshock captures what Aspire CoffeeWorks is all about. Watch the report here. Aired November 16, 2010.
- As Seen on the TODAY Show!
- TODAY’s Meredith Vieira takes a look at Aspire, making a difference in the lives of children and adults with disabilities. Then Aspire’s CEO tells the nation what Pepsi’s $50,000 means to us. Aired May 24 and 28, 2010.
- Agencies Prepare For Funding Cuts
- Jim Kales tells The Doings how Aspire reaches out to the community. Published April 27, 2010.
- Holly Robinson Peete: Advocate and Friend
- This bestselling author, actress and national autism pokesperson learns about Aspire.
- Aspire Plans to Expand Services
- The Doings interviews Kathy Ruffulo, VP of Children's Services, for this recent report. Published March 29, 2010.
- Nathan's Success
- Read about one little boy’s journey and progress with Aspire in The Doings-LaGrange. Published March 29, 2010.
- NBC5 Reports on Big City Night
- Lisa Parker joins us at our annual gala with television crew to report Hong Kong comes to Chicago. Aired February 20, 2010.
- Way to Go Olivia
- Read about one little girl's journey and progress with Aspire in The Doings-Western Springs. Published February 16, 2010.
- NBC5 Features Aspire CoffeeWorks
- Zoraida Sambolin and Rob Elgas report on Aspire CoffeeWorks for Mug Monday. Aired February 8, 2010.
- Aspire in Crain's Chicago Business
- Aspire CEO Jim Kales tells Crain's charities may need to be gentler in approaching donors. Published February 1, 2010.
- Introducing Aspire CoffeeWorks
- Aspire CoffeeWorks offers craft-roasted coffees while expanding horizons for people with disabilities.
- Leadership Donors Recognized
- Aspire celebrated our founding members of the Aspire President’s Council.
- Aspire Family on WGNTV NEWS
- Learn about Sam's adoption story. Aspire is happy we helped get his inspirational story told. Aired November 17, 2009.
- News Source Reports Aspire is Vital
- The Wednesday Journal highlights Aspire’s innovative therapy by telling one child's story. Published September 29, 2009.
- Aspire Model Poses for the Paper
- Read about one Aspire family’s preparation for the ABC Fashion Show in the Wednesday Journal. Published September 8, 2009.
- Aspire on NBC5 Chicago
- Watch how one Aspire family integrates therapy into daily life. Aired September 22, 2009.
- Target Teams Up
- Target and United Way recognize Aspire as a community partner.
- Former CEO Works Closely with Governor Quinn
- Governor Quinn commissioned Aspire's former President and CEO Anne M. Shannon as an independent consultant and expert on care for people with developmental disabilities.
- The Latest on Illinois State Budget
- Read the latest on Illinois’ current budget deliberations and what you can do to help services supporting people with developmental disabilities according to our President and CEO.
- Aspire in the News
- Read Aspire President Jim Kales' thoughts in The Chicago Tribune on how budget reforms can be a win-win situation. Published June 25, 2009.
- Building Business Partnerships
- You’ve heard the adage “When times get tough, the tough get going.” In this economic environment, Aspire has to work smarter and harder to develop employment opportunities for adults with disabilities and to increase our bottom line funding.
- Aspire Medical Advisory Council
- Aspire has launched the Medical Advisory Council. This network of well-respected physicians is working with Aspire to help children and adults with developmental disabilities reach a little farther, a little higher and to aspire to a world of possibilities.
- Aspire Launches a New Logo and Brand
- Our new logo and brand offers a fresh reflection on our mission, history and who we are.
- U.S. House Votes to Expand Civil Rights for Disabled
- US House of Representatives passed a major civil rights bill that would expand protections for people with disabilities. Published June 26, 2008.
