Gateway To Learning

03/30/2026

🌟 We are honored to recognize ComEd's Energy Force Ambassador Program as this year’s Inclusion Rockstar Honoree at RockABILITY! 🌟

At Gateway to Learning, we stand firm on equal opportunities, rocking abilities, and powering inclusion for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. That's why we're excited to celebrate ComEd's Energy Force Ambassadors, as their commitment to uplifting individuals with IDD truly embodies powering inclusion.

Through this program, celebrating 15 years of inclusion this year, they show how individuals with disabilities enrich our communities, educate others, and shine a light on what true inclusion looks like. Their leadership sets an admirable standard for organizations committed to empowering diverse talent.

Join us on April 16th as we celebrate the Energy Force Ambassadors program's impact and honor this team as true Inclusion Rockstars! https://onecau.se/_f3s681

03/25/2026

🌟 A heartfelt thank you to our Double Platinum Sponsors for this year’s RockABILITY!

Your generosity is uplifting inclusion for adults with IDD at Gateway to Learning, and we are deeply grateful. 💙

Secure sponsorships and tickets here 👉🏽 https://onecau.se/_f3s681

03/23/2026

🎉 Thank you to our Platinum and Gold Sponsors for supporting this year’s RockABILITY event.

Your commitment truly makes you the rockstars of our community, and your generosity strengthens inclusion for adults with IDD at Gateway to Learning. We are sincerely grateful for your partnership. 💙 More amazing sponsor recognition to come!

t's not too late to become a sponsor or secure your spot at the event on April 16th! Purchase sponsorships and tickets here 👉 https://onecau.se/_f3s681

03/18/2026

🚀 RockABILITY is less than one month away!

Join us for an evening celebrating all abilities with leaders, innovators, and advocates who believe in powering inclusion! This year's RockABILITY is celebrating our Inclusion Rockstar Honoree: ComEd and the Energy Force Ambassador Program!

The celebration also includes live music, a silent auction, and all the rockstars that make-up the Gateway to Learning community. You won't want to miss it!

If you haven’t secured your spot yet, now’s the time! ➡️ https://onecau.se/_f3s681

03/02/2026

Happy National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month!

Here at Gateway to Learning, this month is so much more than just bringing awareness to intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), it's about celebrating abilities that are often overlooked or deemed too "difficult" to include. At this organization, we see every day how everyone's abilities bring light and meaning to the community.

The IDD community has faced challenges as of late with restrictions in funding support and tonal shifts towards supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion. We challenge you not to just spread "awareness" this month, but to ask yourself: how can my community/place of employment/social circles bring more access to those with IDD and build inclusion?

We invite you to "rock your abilities" with us at RockABILITY on Thursday, April 16th for our annual fundraiser! Learn more about tickets and sponsorships at onecau.se/_f3s681.

02/24/2026

✨This week is your last week to grab reduced price tickets to RockABILITY! Then join us for an evening of dancing, music, and celebrating the GTL community! ⚡️

📍Find tickets here! https://onecau.se/_f3s681

02/12/2026

🎸 Have you grabbed your RockABILITY early bird tickets yet?

Don’t miss our annual fundraiser and celebration of Gateway to Learning on April 16th, an evening filled with music, a silent auction, fundraising, and of course, dancing!

✨ Rock out with us to a bright and inclusive future! ✨

Want to be an inclusion rockstar? 📣 Consider rocking a sponsorship! Find more information and purchase tickets through the link below.

https://onecau.se/_f3s681

02/04/2026

📣RockABILITY 2026 Early Bird Tickets are now available!📣

Don't miss out on this special opportunity to secure your spot at a discounted rate.

‼️Available for a limited time! Only until February 28th.

⚡Join us at Gateway to Learning's annual fundraiser, RockABILITY, and help us power inclusion for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

💡We're also excited to celebrate RockABILITY 2026's Inclusion Rockstar Honoree, ComEd and their Energy Force Ambassador Program. Through this program they have demonstrated how people with disabilities, including ambassadors from Gateway to Learning, illuminate and give back to their communities!

https://onecau.se/_f3s681

01/21/2026

⚠️❄ Gateway to Learning and Dorothy's Sweet Shoppe will be closed this Friday, January 23rd, due to the dangerously low temperatures forecasted. If you or someone you know is in need of a warming center, you can find the nearest one through this link:

https://data.cityofchicago.org/Health-Human-Services/Warming-Centers-Map/8xas-7ipx

12/16/2025

We had so much fun having the Chicago Symphony Orchestra at Gateway to Learning for an amazing and intimate performance. Thank you so much for treating our ears to beautiful music!

12/11/2025

❄️ As the Chicago area prepares for extreme cold temperatures in the upcoming days, here is a list of all warming centers across the city if you or someone you know is seeking assistance. We hope you stay safe and warm!

Map of Warming Centers

12/10/2025

🎄✨ We had an incredible and merry holiday market this past weekend, and it’s all thanks to our wonderful community!

We’re so grateful to everyone who came out in support, purchased goods, and made this event truly special.

Keep the holiday magic going: there’s still time to double your impact! 🎁💫

Our generous match from the Coleman Foundation ends December 31st. Help us ring in the new year with a gift that impacts the lives of the individuals we serve. 🌟

Give today and make twice the difference! https://www.gatewaytolearning.org/donate