Little City

02/10/2026

Little City, Big Voices recently welcomed Samantha Alloway, Executive Director of the Arc of Illinois, to the podcast. A former Director of Government Relations at Little City, Samantha now advocates for Illinois families supporting loved ones with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

She shares her powerful personal story—including her cancer journey and her son’s Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis at age 3—and how those experiences fuel her work today. Under her leadership, the Arc of Illinois gives families a place to turn, take a breath, and know they are not alone.

Watch the episode at https://youtu.be/qH_YiQ96s90 or listen now at https://littlecitybigvoices.transistor.fm/ or wherever you get your podcasts!

02/09/2026

Your 2025 Impact Report is HERE!

Because of you, progress took shape in powerful ways — from students transitioning back to their home districts to new community employment opportunities.

See the full impact you helped make possible! https://littlecity.org/2025impactreport/

02/06/2026

Every item in our Swag Shop helps support education, inclusion, creativity, and independence for people with disabilities. Browse the collection! https://littlecity.org/swagshop

02/05/2026

Join us for an unforgettable night of dinner, dancing, and celebration at Little City’s "Little City, Big Dreams" Annual Gala—honoring the dreams becoming reality for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Register here! https://littlecity.org/gala

02/05/2026

Super Bowl fun with a purpose Grab your Super Bowl Squares, support people with disabilities at Little City, and get in before kickoff on February 8 to win big! 🏈

https://littlecity.org/super-bowl-squares/

02/04/2026

Fostering Connections is a supportive, trauma-informed online therapy group for teens in foster care.

Starting Thursday, February 26, this group meets every other Thursday at 6:00 PM via Zoom for youth ages 13–17.

Participants will have the opportunity to:
• Connect with other youth in care
• Strengthen social supports
• Build practical coping skills for stress, big feelings, and life changes

All major Illinois Medicaid plans accepted.

Questions? Contact eamccabe@littlecity.org

Scan the QR code with your mobile device to register or use this link: https://shorturl.at/QlYNX

02/02/2026

Super Bowl Sunday just got more exciting! Claim your Super Bowl Squares, support people with disabilities at Little City, and get in before kickoff on February 8 for a shot at winning big! 🏈

https://littlecity.org/super-bowl-squares/

02/02/2026

This Black History Month, we honor the legacy and ongoing impact of Black leaders across our communities, our country, and here at Little City.

02/02/2026

In this episode of Schaumburg Speaks, host Andrea Biwer, President of the Schaumburg Business Association, talks with Rich Bobby, CEO of Little City, about how supporting local nonprofits creates meaningful impact for businesses, employees, and the community.

Rich shares his path to nonprofit leadership, the mission of Little City, and why partnerships between businesses and nonprofits matter now more than ever. This conversation offers insight and inspiration for anyone looking to lead—and give back—with purpose.

Watch and listen here:

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01/30/2026

Life in Motion didn’t let the cold stop them from getting out and enjoying a recent group outing to Disney on Ice!

01/30/2026

In this article from Behavioral Health Tech, Little City CEO Rich Bobby shares insights on practicing productive awareness, as well as the importance of building trust among teams, as critical factors to operating successfully during times of change.

Leaders in I/DD services are showing how trust, intentional design, and cross-sector partnership can guide organizations through change without losing sight of purpose.

01/28/2026

Grab your Super Bowl Squares today and help support people with disabilities at Little City. Get in before kickoff on February 8th for your shot to WIN BIG!

http://littlecity.org/super-bowl-squares/