Program areas at Special Children's Charities
In cooperation with the Chicago Park District Special Recreation Program and the Chicago Public Schools, Special Children's Charities provides funding for the year-round sports training, recreational, and social programs for the children and adults of Special Olympics Chicago.
Art & Music Therapy Program - Special Children's Charities funds art and music therapy services to students in cluster programs at Chicago Public Schools and various Chicago Park District locations. Licensed certified art and music therapists work with students to enhance sensory integration, imagination, and abstract thinking, while they improve their social skills and build stronger relationships.
After 22 Program - Developed in partnership with Anixter Center and City Colleges of Chicago, Special Children's Charities funds the After 22 program which gives young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities the opportunity to continue to receive educational services and develop job readiness skills after they age out of the Chicago Public Schools system.
Life Enriching Programs - Special Children's Charities funds programs designed to provide participants with a vital resource for education, creativity, and friendship. Programs are available virtually and in-person, through the Chicago Park District, and other agencies throughout the city. Programs include music, science and creative arts classes and programs.