Business Category: Community Organizations/Services

Aurora Area Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Aurora Area Convention and Visitors Bureau (AACVB) is a private, nonprofit organization certified by the State of Illinois and dedicated to promoting the region as a premier overnight destination.

The goal of the AACVB is to enhance the economic and environmental well-being of our region comprised of ten communities: Aurora, Batavia, Big Rock, Hinckley, Montgomery, North Aurora, Oswego, Plano, Sugar Grove, and Yorkville.

Come visit our historic, cultural, retail, dining and recreational opportunities , surrounded by the pristine beauty of the Fox River Valley–one of Illinois’ most vibrant regions.

Our region is comprised of 10 communities: Aurora, Batavia, Big Rock, Hinckley, Montgomery, North Aurora, Plano, Sandwich, Sugar Grove and Yorkville.

 

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Categories: Arts/Entertainment/Publishing, Community Organizations/Services, Media, Organizations

43 W. Galena Blvd.

Aurora, IL 60506 

Website

630-256-3191 (Main)

Community Nutrition Network/ Meals on Wheels

We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing healthful meals to adults age 60+ (and spouses) throughout Kendall County,

including fresh home-delivered meals, meals with local restaurant partners (including Two Partners and Planet Pizza in Plano), lunches at local community partners

(including Oswegoland Senior and Community Center and, coming soon, the United Methodist Church in Plano),

emergency shelf-stable meals twice a year, five pick-up meals for the week, and more.

There is a small suggested donation per meal; no one is ever turned away if unable or unwilling to pay.

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Categories: Community Organizations/Services, Health/Wellness, Non-Profit/Volunteer, Restaurant/Food Service

908 Game Farm Rd.
Yorkville, IL 60560 

Website

331-701-6505 (Main)

Fox Valley Family YMCA

Our vision as the Fox Valley Family YMCA is to strengthen the foundation of our community by ensuring that participants have the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.

We are dedicated to building healthy, confident, connected and secure children, adults, families and communities.

Our impact is felt when an individual makes a healthy choice, when a mentor inspires a child and when a community comes together for the common good.

We nurture the potential of every youth and teen, improve our areas of health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors.

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Categories: Community Organizations/Services, Health/Wellness, Recreation

3875 Eldamain Rd.
Plano, IL 60545 

Website

630-552-4100 (Main)

Fox Valley United Way

Fox Valley United Way is committed to ensuring that all families in our communities have equitable access to opportunities

and resources by investing in positive health, education, and financial outcomes.

We mobilize the collective power of community resources to advance lasting solutions and measurable change for the most urgent issues.

We partner with local organizations to build a strong and vibrant community.

We invest in innovative programs supporting school readiness, healthy lifestyles and positive financial outcomes.

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Categories: Community Organizations/Services, Non-Profit/Volunteer, Organizations

44 E. Galena Blvd
Aurora, IL 60505 

Website

630-896-4636 (Main)

Kendall County Community Food Pantry

Food Distributions are every Thursday

Please note the following for in-person shopping:

Distribution begins every Thursday at Noon. The waiting room opens at 10:30. Parking is available in back, and on the road.

In-person shopping is available from 12 PM to 5:30 PM — (see below for Clothing Closet and or Pet Food Pantry)

When your shopping is done, we will hold your cart until you retrieve your vehicle and drive to the loading area. Our volunteers will load your car.

Clothing Closet:

The Clothing Closet is open
Mondays from 10 – Noon and Thursdays from 10 – 3

Pet Food Pantry:

Pet Food is distributed every Thursday during regular distribution hours.

– Pet owners must be registered at Kendall County Community Food Pantry

– Pets must be registered in advance. Click here for a Pet Food Assistance Application.

– Previously registered Owners may need to update their applications.

– Pet food is provided to Owners once per month and is based on availability.

If you need special help, please email us at info@kccfp.org – Please include YOUR NAME + PHONE NUMBER and we’ll try to help.

Watch closely on Facebook  @KCCFOODPANTRY for changing information.

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Categories: Community Organizations/Services, Non-Profit/Volunteer, Organizations

208 Beaver St
Yorkville, IL 60560 

Website

(630) 553-0473 (Main)

Kendall County Econonmic Development

Kendall County is dedicated to the retention, expansion, and creation of businesses within the community. Whether it is by providing assistance to existing companies or attracting new business, the Kendall County Economic Development office works to create a strong business environment where jobs are created and where businesses large and small can succeed and grow.

Kendall County, located just 40 miles southwest of Chicago, is a one of a kind community that is a great place to live, work, and play. With a population (2022) of 137,254, Kendall County is one of the fastest growing counties in the United States. The county experienced a 10-year growth rate of 110.4% between 2000 to 2010. Residents of Kendall County have high level of education and provide local business with a highly skilled and effective workforce.

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Categories: Business Development, Community Organizations/Services, Education/Training, Government, Organizations

111W. Fox St.

Yorkville, IL 60560 

8:00-4:30PM

Website

630-553-4171 (Main)

Plano American Legion Post 395

Welcome to Leon Burson Post 395 Web Site by members of the

American Legion, Women’s Auxiliary & Sons of the Legion

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Club Room Hours

Sunday 11:00am to 3:00pm

Thursday 5:00pm to 8:00pm

Friday 5:00 to 11:00pm

Saturday 5:00pm to 10:00pm

Closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Since our charter began Jan 2, 1920 our American Legion Post has been welcoming VETERANS from all branches of our Armed Forces.

Today, we continue to welcome all military personnel serving our country. Joining our Post enables you to continue serving your God, Country and Community.  Our mission is to implement the goals, aspirations, dreams, peace and blessings for our country, friends and families embodied in our preamble below.

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Post 395 activities include; giving aid and assistance to our local needy Veterans and their families; Provide grave side military honors for veterans and other worthy community programs and projects. 

 

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Categories: Community Organizations/Services, Non-Profit/Volunteer, Organizations

Leon Burson Post 395

510 E. Dearborn St.

Plano, IL 60545 

Website

630-334-9898 (Main)