About C.I.T.Y. of Support
Not all disabilities are visible, familiar, or understood
We believe that all families can benefit from the support of this unique community. All of our resources and programs are provided at no cost and in various forms (in-person and online) in order to increase accessibility for families.
Where there are many diagnosis-specific support groups, there are many children who are either undiagnosed or have uncommon or unknown diagnoses. C.I.T.Y. helps to fill this gap.
We are accessible and inclusive. All of our programs and resources are offered at no cost for families, regardless of diagnosis.
75%
funding from sponsorships & donations
Free
programs for the community
8k+
social media followers
442
guests at our Graduation this year
We are a nearly 100% volunteer-run nonprofit
All of our motivated volunteers have a personal connection with C.I.T.Y., whether it be as a parent, professional, or community advocate.
Our Sponsors
Without the financial support of our community sponsors, so many of our free programs would not be possible.
We know that not all businesses are the same, so we have created different packages to provide opportunities for every budget to make an impact.
Our Story
Executive Director, Beth Deiter, started a simple Chicago-area Facebook Group to try and help connect families in the with children in therapy.
Began hosting Developmental Playgroups and bigger-scale events at libraries.
C.I.T.Y. of Support had it’s first planning meeting and officially incorporated as a nonprofit 501(c)3.
We held our first “We Love Our C.I.T.Y.” month and our first Graduation Celebration. We also distributed our very first C.I.T.Y. giftbags!
Had our first VIP Courses and Soirees, and the Accessibility Support Collection opened at the Arlington Heights Library
Launched our first Dads group, C.I.T.Y. Tribute Concert, and Parent Retreat
We launched a new website to better serve our community and handle our growth, and we continued to work towards opening a physical community center location.
Opened the GENERO-C.I.T.Y. Toy Shop which hosts weekly classes, meet-ups, and a recycled toy shop.
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Help Support Our Programs
Every single C.I.T.Y. program or event that you have participated in was made possible by community members like you!
As a 100% volunteer run nonprofit, we rely on both financial support and volunteer time from our members and community sponsors in order to keep growing!
Donate
C.I.T.Y. member donations accounted for about 56% of all funding for 2023! Every little bit helps us grow.
Sponsor
Learn about the opportunities and impact of becoming a community sponsor.