Business Category: Organizations

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)

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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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)

State Senator Sue Rezin

Dear Friends,

Thank you for visiting my legislative website!  I try to use the site as just one more way to communicate with my constituents. The site is updated frequently so you know what is going on in the legislature and how decisions made in state government can affect you.

I have also included links to commonly requested information about the state and our district, so you can use my site as a quick way to link to the information you need.

If you have any questions about legislation, issues facing our area or need help in dealing with state government, do not hesitate to call my office at (815) 220-8720 (Morris and Peru office) or (217) 782-3840 (Springfield office). You can also e-mail me at senatorrezin@gmail.com. Or, better yet, if you happen to be in the area feel free to stop by my district offices:

Morris:

1802 N Division St., Suite 314
Morris, IL 60450
Chief of Staff: Shannon Hogan

Peru:

350 5th St., Suite 264
Peru, IL 61354
Legislative Assistant: Renee Abraham

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Categories: Non-Profit/Volunteer, Organizations

1802 N Division St., Suite 314
Morris, IL 60450 

Website

(815) 220-8720  (Office)
(217) 782-3840 (Office)

Three Fires Council, Scouting America

For over 100 years, Scouting programs have instilled in youth the values found in the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Today, these values are just as relevant in helping youth grow to their full potential as they were in 1910. Scouting helps youth develop academic skills, self-confidence, ethics, leadership skills, and citizenship skills that influence their adult lives. The Boy Scouts of America provides youth with programs and activities that allow them to:

  • Try new things
  • Provide service to others
  • Build self-confidence
  • Reinforce ethical standards

While various activities and youth groups teach basic skills and promote teamwork, Scouting goes beyond that and encourages youth to achieve a deeper appreciation for service to others in their community. Scouting provides youth with a sense that they are important as individuals. It is communicated to them that those in the Scouting family care about what happens to them, regardless of whether a game is won or lost. Finally, and perhaps most importantly, Scouting promotes activities that lead to personal responsibility and high self-esteem. As a result, when hard decisions have to be made, peer pressure can be resisted and the right choices can be made.

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Categories: Community Organizations/Services, Non-Profit/Volunteer, Organizations, Personal Development, Recreation

415 North 2nd St.
St. Charles, IL 60174 

Website

630-584-9250 (Main)

VALEES- Valley Education For Employment Services

Valley Education for Employment System (VALEES) is a regional delivery system established by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) which serves 17 school districts, two area career/vocational centers, one special education cooperative and Waubonsee Community College, covering a five-county area. VALEES also collaborates with College of DuPage, Joliet Junior College, and Kishwaukee College to promote articulated Career and Technical Programs.

VALEES is directed by ISBE to:

  • Provide curriculum and project development.
  • Provide staff development, in-services and workshops for teachers, counselors and administrators.
  • Assist schools in technology and equipment updates.
  • Ensure efficiency, access, and equity in delivery of career and technical education.
  • Submit and administer Career and Technical Education (CTE) related grants and disperse funds to member districts.
  • Promote local business and industry partnerships with education at all levels.

VALEES is divided into three sub-regions:

  • Indian Valley Sub-region is comprised of eleven feeder districts to the Indian Valley Vocational Center.
  • Fox Valley Sub-region is comprised of four feeder districts to the Fox Valley Career Center.
  • River Valley Sub-region is comprised of East Aurora, West Aurora, and Oswego districts.

VALEES administers over $2 million in federal and state grant funds through the following programs:

  • Career and Technical Education Improvement state funds to support the improvement of CTE programs at the secondary level.
  • Perkins federal funds to support CTE for special population secondary students.
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Categories: Colleges/Universities, Community Organizations/Services, Employment Services, Entrepreneurship, Non-Profit/Volunteer, Organizations, Personal Development

Rt.47 at Waubonsee Drive- Auditorium Room 108

Sugar Grove, IL 60554 

Website

630-466-5736 (Main)