Thanks to your support and generous donations, this year we served more individuals and families, expanded our programming, deepened our partnerships and connections to the community, and are closer to opening our doors at the new community center. Learn more about 2025—a year full of events, joy, meaning, wonder, and purpose.
A year full of progress towards our mission.
People with disabilities served
Increase in K-8 students
Participants feel connected because of Keshet's programs
Awarded in financial assistance
We are continually reimagining what adult life in our community can be. We had an eventful year, significantly expanding social programs, providing more options, increasing flexibility, and new ways to connect.
Now in its third year, Keshet’s overnight camp, Gesher, has grown in every way. This summer, we served more campers, offered more sessions, and included many joyful experiences that were once out of reach.
Jewish life is part of the rhythm of everything we do. We cultivate experiences that embrace all abilities and backgrounds, transforming tradition into something that is both universally accessible and personally meaningful. This year, we built upon our Jewish foundation with new opportunities for learning, celebration, and connection.
We took our travel program to the next level when we packed our bags for Las Vegas, New York, the Dells, Milwaukee, and Colorado. Our travelers expanded their horizons, built confidence and independence, and created wonderful lifelong memories and friendships.
Our staff are the heartbeat of Keshet. Their passion and dedication transform inclusion from an idea into daily moments of growth and belonging. This year, they focused on being even more purposeful, reimagining what was possible and striving to create fuller, richer lives for our participants.
We’ve made significant progress towards opening our doors at The Justin Coe Center—advancing plans and designs, securing resources, and engaging the community. In October, we broke ground and celebrated with more than 300 supporters, families, and friends.
Supporting all kindergartners through our partnership with Solomon Schechter Day School of Metropolitan Chicago
Welcoming 9 new adults in our day program
Expanding athletics with 4 Special Olympics Teams—swimming, bowling, golf, and track and field
Launching a new partnership with the Institute for Soil & Soul
Thank you for your belief in the Keshet mission, your continued support, and every contribution, big and small. We are incredibly proud to share the full story of 2025—a year full of events, joy, meaning, wonder, and purpose. We couldn’t have done it without you.