Many of us remember the magic of a skating rink: the music, the lights, the energy pulling everyone toward the center. It’s where laughter echoes, confidence grows, and joy takes over.
This spring at Marklund, that center space belongs to everyone.
During a recent outing, residents rolled onto a skating rink in their wheelchairs and friends rolled side by side, smiling and sharing in the moment, right in the middle of the action. Barriers fell away and were replaced with opportunity and belonging. Everyone was part of the experience.
The individuals we serve are not defined by limitations. At Marklund, we create opportunities every single day for residents, students, and clients to try new experiences, build confidence, and connect with others in meaningful ways, while being seen, included, and valued.
Moments like this don’t happen by chance. They happen because of YOU!
Your support helps ensure that every person we serve can experience the thrill of being included, the joy of shared connection, and the pride that comes from being part of something bigger.
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Thank you for making everyday life possible for the children and adults living and learning at Marklund.
What is the Marklund Annual Fund?
The Marklund Annual Fund supports the mission of making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities. While Marklund depends on the dollars received from the State of Illinois, a significant financial gap remains to provide every infant, child, teen and adult with “The Marklund Standard of Care”. That’s where YOU come in! Each contribution helps close the financial gap of approximately $16,636 per resident that is not covered by State of Illinois reimbursements.
Marklund appreciates you! Our organization is built on the support and dedication of all staff, friends and donors. Thank you for being part of the Marklund family!
How can YOU help close the gap?
• Leadership Giving Circle: Become a member by contributing $1,000 or more in cumulative annual giving to Marklund.
• Monthly Giving Program: Recurring monthly donors continue to make everyday life possible – Every. Day. Become an Everyday Supporter by starting your monthly donation today.
• The Marklund Always Society: Secure the future of Marklund now and always through meaningful estate and legacy gift opportunities.