SPECIAL LEISURE SERVICES FOUNDATION
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Mission Statement
Special Leisure Services Foundation (SLSF), a 501 (c) (3) non-profit foundation, is the fundraising arm of Northwest Special Recreation Association. NWSRA is a partnership of seventeen park districts in the northwest suburban corridor of Chicago providing year-round recreational services to children and adults with disabilities. Current participation levels exceed 14,000 registrations per year. Through participation in NWSRA activities, individuals with disabilities are more productive members of their community, realizing greater independence, self esteem and self worth.
About This Cause
The Mission of SLSF is "We exist to support and promote outstanding opportunities through recreation for children and adults with disabilities in cooperation with Northwest Special Recreation Association." SLSF supports the following: Transportation The purchase and maintenance of wheelchair accessible vehicles that provide transportation to NWSRA programs, special events and trips. Programs Innovative services and programs such as PURSUIT, cultural arts programs as well as new program opportunities and the purchase of adapted equipment. Inclusion The training and provision of staff and resources necessary to allow individuals with disabilities to successfully participate in local park district recreation programs. Scholarships Funding to provide financial support to those in economic need to participate in NWSRA programs. Athletics The training of athletes with physical, visual or cognitive disabilities to compete in sports teams with the opportunity to advance to district, state and international levels. NWSRA also offers leagues where athletes with disabilities partner with their non-disabled peers, encouraging positive interaction and a team atmosphere. How Does SLSF Raise Funds? • The Foundation goal is to raise approximately $500,000 per year. • SLSF provides a year-round calendar of fundraising events. • Individuals, corporations and community leaders are invited to participate in the events as sponsors, committee members and/or attendees. • The Foundation also solicits grants from local corporations, charitable foundations and, state/local government programs.