City of Support

30/12/2025

We have seen great value in partnering with teen volunteers over the past few months at the new Genero-CITY Toy Shop in Arlington Heights, and we are excited to build these relationships with a new opportunity.

We are hoping to identify motivated teen volunteers (aged 14+) who are interested in using their individual strengths while building leadership, program development, marketing, fundraising, and collaboration skills with the creation of our new Teen Advisory Board.

If you know someone interested in learning more about this mutually-beneficial opportunity, we are hosting an Information Night at the GENEROC.I.T.Y. Toy Shop this Tuesday, 12/30 from 6:00-7:00pm.

RSVP Here:

C.I.T.Y. of Support is a local nonprofit organization with lots of potential for growth meeting the needs of families with children in therapy.

29/12/2025

Thank you, 2025 🥰 - https://mailchi.mp/cityofsupport/thankyou2025

As we look back at what C.I.T.Y. of Support has achieved in 2025, we are amazed and humbled by our community's involvement in supporting our goals. We simply could not continue our work without you, and we have all played a role.

We are asking you to reflect on YOUR role in our C.I.T.Y.

How does your involvement help families with children in therapy find connection, resources, support, and community? Read on...

16/12/2025

Avoid hearing "I'm bored..." this winter! 🙃
Our Winter Class Catalog is now available and registration is OPEN:
https://cityofsupport.org/newsletter/winter-2026-class-catalog/

❄️Lego-Building
❄️Yoga
❄️Snack Exploration
❄️Speech-Motor
❄️Movin' and Groovin'
❄️Family Music

All ages, all interests, and all abilities...We are committed to providing an inclusive and accommodating experience for all children. Not to mention all the FREE community programs, playgroups, and respite opportunities we have planned...reserve your spot now!

Our mission is to create a dynamic community, both online and in person, that supports all families navigating the needs of their child in therapy, regardless of diagnosis.

10/12/2025

We made the front page, again! What an amazing community welcome! Thank you to the editors of the for this amazing shout-out and to all the new shoppers, donors, and supporters!⁠
https://www.dailyherald.com/20251210/editorials/daily-herald-opinion-resale-shops-done-right-can-strengthen-our-communities/⁠
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If you would like to make a donation or learn more about how your business can become a sponsor, please visit our website to help us increase the number of "C.I.T.Y. Allies" in our community!⁠
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❤️Donations: https://cityofsupport.org/donate/⁠
❤️Sponsorships: https://app.betterunite.com/cityofsupport-2026partnershipopportunities⁠
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08/12/2025

Sign up for this free event on Thursday!

Take advantage of this special opportunity to schedule a Gentle Greeting with Santa at the GENEROC.I.T.Y. Toy Shop!  During your 30-minute reservation window, you will have 5-10 minutes of individual time with Mr. and Mrs. Claus where your family can talk with him in a low-stimulation environment....

05/12/2025

OMG, the front page?! Thank you for the coverage, Daily Herald!

We are so grateful for the community's enthusiasm in celebrating City of Support's latest milestone, the creation of the Genero-CITY Toy Shop!

In case you missed the Grand Opening, and would like to see my speech, here's a link: https://youtu.be/kju5STw4W0o

Please stop by and visit us at: 1423 E. Palatine Rd. in Arlington Heights, 60004. We'd love to see you! 🥰

TUES & THURS: 2-8pm
WED, FRI, & SAT: 9-3pm
SUN & MON: closed



https://www.dailyherald.com/20251204/news/a-decade-after-forming-on-facebook-kids-charity-opens-resale-toy-shop-in-arlington-heights/

An Arlington Heights-based nonprofit that started a decade ago as a Facebook group connecting families who have children in therapy is celebrating its first brick-and-mortar presence: a resale toy sto...

02/12/2025

Giving Tuesday? C.I.T.Y. of Support gives everyday.
Giving is what we do...we operate on GENEROC.I.T.Y.

On Giving Tuesday, here are 5 ways you can show your GENEROC.I.T.Y.:

❤ 1. Show up for C.I.T.Y. of Support at the Grand Opening tomorrow night: Wednesday, 12/3 from 5-8pm with the ribbon-cutting at 6pm !

❤ 2. Visit the GENEROC.I.T.Y. Toy Shop in December for your holiday shopping. (Teachers & therapists love our gift cards too!)

❤ 3. Sign up to participate in our new, winter classes (just announced!) or our other online/in-person programs. Our full calendar has all the details.

❤ 4. Contribute a year-end donation to support our efforts, and check with your employer to see if they'll match your gift (many do!).
https://cityofsupport.org/donate/

❤ 5. Professionals & Business Owners: Become a C.I.T.Y. Ally and pledge your sponsorship with our new 2026 year-long and/or event-based options. Your participation benefits everyone: families looking for resources, your business looking to increase visibility, and C.I.T.Y's funding needs.
https://cityofsupport.org/become-a-sponsor/

It is because of contributions like these that we are able to continue providing resources and programs at no cost for families with children in therapy. If you can give, we hope that you will consider us on . ❤

01/12/2025

The past month, CITY of Support has been especially honored to receive donations from several remarkable community organizations.

We appreciate you learning more about C.I.T.Y. of Support and helping us move forward with our hyper-local goal of building a supportive community of caregivers through accessible and inclusive opportunities with resources that connects families navigating the needs of their child in any therapy, regardless of diagnosis.

The Networking Group, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, and Hope Lutheran Church in Long Grove...thank you all for your "GENEROC.I.T.Y." ❤

30/11/2025

DECEMBER'S NEWSLETTER:⁠
https://cityofsupport.org/newsletter/december-2025/⁠
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C.I.T.Y. is getting in the holiday spirit, and you are invited to join in the fun! 🎄🕎⁠
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☕️Enjoy hot cocoa as we pack the parking lot with C.I.T.Y. families and supporters during the Grand Opening Celebration of the new GENEROC.I.T.Y. Toy Shop this coming Wednesday (12/3): https://www.facebook.com/share/1YprSe11od/⁠
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🎅Schedule a gentle greeting with Santa and Mrs. Claus during our special event on Thursday, 12/11.⁠
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🎁Find unique holiday gifts online or at the Genero-CITY Toy Shop including gently-used toys/books, gift cards for teachers/therapists, new C.I.T.Y. merchandise and D.I.Y. Holiday Card Kits.⁠
(100% of these sales go back to our organization!)⁠
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🗓️Explore in-person community programs, caregiver meet-ups, family playgroups, therapeutic enrichment classes, and educational opportunities in our brand-new Winter Catalog: https://cityofsupport.org/newsletter/winter-2026-class-catalog/⁠
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🥰Consider making an end-of-year gift or business sponsorship that reflects your commitment to our community. All the details are included in our latest December Newsletter. We are so thankful for your "generoc.i.t.y!"⁠
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Wishing you all a very Happy Holiday season!⁠
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