Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.7.2, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # El Valor ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://elvalor.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Education Supervisor (Three to Five)](https://elvalor.org/education-supervisor-three-to-five/) - JOB SUMMARY: Under the general guidance of the Education Manager, the Education Supervisor is responsible leading and mentoring education staff to ensure seamless curriculum implementation, assure age-appropriate classroom and playground environments and comprehensive developmental programming for pre-school age children including children with disabilities. The Education Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the collection, record retention and - [Receptionist](https://elvalor.org/receptionist/) - JOB SUMMARY: The Receptionist is responsible for providing excellent customer service by acting as the first point of contact for all visitors to the facility. The Receptionist will be responsible for answering incoming calls, directing calls to the appropriate personnel, mail distribution, and requisitioning of supplies. The Receptionist also supports multiple departments by providing general - [Parent Engagement Coordinator](https://elvalor.org/family-service-parent-engagement-coordinator/) - ABOUT THE ROLE: Under the supervision of the Program Governance Manager, the Parent Engagement Coordinator will be responsible for implementing and overseeing parent outreach initiatives in accordance federal requirements in the area of Family, Parent and Community Engagement. The Coordinator will work collaboratively with other teams on the family partnership process and actively engage in - [Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP)](https://elvalor.org/lead-direct-support-professional-dsp/) - JOB SUMMARY: Work closely with the Program Coordinator and QIDPs to assist in oversight of program planning in the Community Day Services (CDS). Ensure that individuals in all programs are engaged in meaningful activities related to their goals. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or GED or equivalency required; One to two years of prior experience - [Education Coach](https://elvalor.org/education-coach/) - ABOUT THE ROLE: Under the general guidance of the Education Manager, the Education Coach (EC) is responsible for working collaboratively with education staff and the Disabilities Specialist following Practice-Based Coaching (PBC) procedures to support the school readiness goals of children enrolled in the program. Additionally, the EC will also ensure and routinely evaluate the curriculum - [Health Aide](https://elvalor.org/health-aide/) - ABOUT THE ROLE: Under the supervision of the Health and Nutrition Supervisor, the Kitchen Aide / Health Aide is responsible for assisting to maintain up-to-date health records of children enrolled in the Children’s Services program, as well as serve as assisting the kitchen prepare meals for consumption in a sanitary and efficient manner following the - [Teacher](https://elvalor.org/teacher/) - ABOUT THE ROLE: Under the guidance of the Education Supervisor, the Teacher is responsible for the education and general development of the children enrolled in the agency’s Head Start or Pre-School for All programs. In collaboration with the teacher assistant, the Teacher shall take leadership in maximizing the children’s developmental progress and promote school readiness - [EHS/HS Manager](https://elvalor.org/ehs-hs-manager/) - ABOUT THE ROLE: The EHS/HS Manager is responsible for providing multidisciplinary leadership, guidance and implementation of the Early Head Start and Head Start services of the Western Suburbs including monitoring, tracking, assessing and training within Head Start Program Performance Standards, program plans, agency goals and objectives. Additionally, the Manager will assist in the development and - [Parent-Infant Educator](https://elvalor.org/parent-infant-educator/) - ABOUT THE ROLE: The Parent Infant Educator is responsible for providing comprehensive child development and family support services to eligible pregnant women, infants, toddlers and their families through a series of weekly in-home instruction sessions and scheduled socialization activities. The Parent Infant Educator is responsible for designing, planning and coordinating developmentally appropriate experiences that meet - [Coordinator of Residential Services](https://elvalor.org/coordinator-of-residential-services/) - JOB SUMMARY: The Coordinator of Residential Services will support the management team with regard to all six Community Integrated Living Arrangements in the Agency. Assists in the oversight of all day to day operations for El Valor’s six Community Integrated Living Arrangements. The Coordinator will work directly with the Manager of Residential Services and House - [Monarch Conservation Program](https://elvalor.org/monarchconservation/) - Engaging families in science and nature-based activities - [Monarch Butterfly Conservation](https://elvalor.org/monarch-butterfly-conservation/) - Engaging families in science and nature-based activities - [El Valor Featured on WGN: Urgent Concerns Over Federal Funding Freeze](https://elvalor.org/el-valor-featured-on-wgn-urgent-concerns-over-federal-funding-freeze/) - WGN featured El Valor after the Trump administration’s federal funding freeze temporarily disrupted Head Start programs, putting vital services at risk. While funding was restored, uncertainty remains. - [El Valor Featured in ABC7: Federal Grant Freeze and Its Impact on Local Programs](https://elvalor.org/el-valor-featured-in-abc7-federal-grant-freeze-and-its-impact-on-local-programs/) - El Valor was featured in ABC7’s coverage of the federal grant freeze, which disrupted funding for crucial programs. A temporary block has been issued, but uncertainty remains. - [Senator Durbin Visits El Valor Cantu Children & Family Center](https://elvalor.org/durbin-cantu/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”Senator Durbin Visits El Valor Cantu Children & Family Center” content_max_width=”none” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_color=”#1e73be” button_one_letter_spacing_hover=”0″ button_two_letter_spacing_hover=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” button_one_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”on” button_one_letter_spacing__hover=”0″ button_two_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”on” button_two_letter_spacing__hover=”0″ button_one_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://elvalor.org/wp-content/uploads/Durbin.jpg” title_text=”Durbin” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” - [Family Events](https://elvalor.org/family-events/) - Encouraging parental interaction through family events during the school year - [Family Need Workshops](https://elvalor.org/family-need-workshops/) - Child and workforce development workshops available - [Case Management Services](https://elvalor.org/case-management-services/) - We offer a variety of case management services to assist families in supporting their loved ones at home including Acquired Brain Injury & Respite Programs. - [Community Day Services](https://elvalor.org/community-day-services/) - Training and programming for adults with physical and developmental disabilities. - [Employment Services](https://elvalor.org/employment-services/) - Training, certification, and education for career exploration. - [Early Head Start | Prevention](https://elvalor.org/early-head-start/) - Meaningful educational opportunities for pregnant women and children ages birth to three. - [Technology for Early Learners](https://elvalor.org/technology-2/) - Our themed SMART rooms at each of our centers are encouraging our children to explore STEAM-related career fields. - [Residential Services](https://elvalor.org/residential-services/) - Residential services in a home environment. - [El Valor President & CEO, Rey González, Featured on Corporate Cafecito](https://elvalor.org/el-valor-president-ceo-rey-gonzalez-featured-on-corporate-cafecito/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”El Valor President & CEO, Rey González, Featured on Corporate Cafecito” content_max_width=”none” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ background_color=”#1e73be” hover_enabled=”0″ button_one_letter_spacing_hover=”0″ button_two_letter_spacing_hover=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” button_one_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”on” button_one_letter_spacing__hover=”0″ button_two_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”on” button_two_letter_spacing__hover=”0″ button_one_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ - [El Valor Earns Three-Year CARF Accreditation for Outstanding Disability Support](https://elvalor.org/el-valor-earns-three-year-carf-accreditation-for-outstanding-disability-support/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”El Valor Earns Three-Year CARF Accreditation for Outstanding Disability Support” content_max_width=”none” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ background_color=”#1e73be” button_one_letter_spacing_hover=”0″ button_two_letter_spacing_hover=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” button_one_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”on” button_one_letter_spacing__hover=”0″ button_two_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”on” button_two_letter_spacing__hover=”0″ button_one_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ border_style=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”] El Valor - [Teacher Assistant](https://elvalor.org/teacher-assistant/) - ABOUT THE ROLE: Under the guidance of the Education Supervisor, the Teacher Assistant is responsible for collaboratively supporting in the education and general development of the children enrolled in the agency’s early childhood three-to-five programs. The Teacher Assistant shall support in maximizing the children’s developmental progress and promote school readiness through curriculum implementation, constant supervision - [Direct Support Professional (DSP)](https://elvalor.org/direct-support-professional/) - JOB SUMMARY: The DSP ensure individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities receive continuous active treatment in accordance with their Individual Support Plans (ISPs). They are also responsible for carrying out structured behavior management programming to people with disabilities receiving residential and day program services. Additionally, a DSP will assure the well-being of program participants through - [USFS Highlights El Valor's Education Supervisor and Nature-Inspired Learning](https://elvalor.org/usfs4/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”USFS Highlights El Valor’s Education Supervisor and Nature-Inspired Learning” content_max_width=”none” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ background_color=”#1e73be” button_one_letter_spacing_hover=”0″ button_two_letter_spacing_hover=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” button_one_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”on” button_one_letter_spacing__hover=”0″ button_two_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”on” button_two_letter_spacing__hover=”0″ button_one_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://elvalor.org/wp-content/uploads/sineadusfs.png” title_text=”sineadusfs” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ - 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[El Valor's Valentine's Day Celebration Spotlighted by Borderless Magazine: Bridging Gaps for Individuals with Disabilities](https://elvalor.org/borderless-valentinesdaycelebration/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”El Valor’s Valentine’s Day Celebration Spotlighted by Borderless Magazine: Bridging Gaps for Individuals with Disabilities” content_max_width=”none” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ background_color=”#1e73be” button_one_letter_spacing_hover=”0″ button_two_letter_spacing_hover=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” button_one_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”on” button_one_letter_spacing__hover=”0″ button_two_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”on” button_two_letter_spacing__hover=”0″ button_one_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” - [Words to Grow on, Chicago](https://elvalor.org/wordstogrowonchicago/) - Promoting early language and vocabulary building for families with preschool and younger children - [Home Visiting Services](https://elvalor.org/homevisiting/) - El Valor’s ‘Birth to 3 In Home Visiting Services’ provides comprehensive programming within the family’s home. - [Head Start | Preschool for All](https://elvalor.org/head-start/) - Comprehensive child development program for children ages 3 to 5 - [Healthy Development](https://elvalor.org/healthy-wellness-promotion/) - Nutrition and comprehensive health services for families - [Chicago Mayor, Brandon Johnson visits Carlos H. Cantu Children and Family Center](https://elvalor.org/chicago-mayor-brandon-johnson-visits-carlos-h-cantu-children-and-family-center/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”Chicago Mayor, Brandon Johnson visits Carlos H. 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Gonzalez, El Valor's President & CEO, Advocates for Corporate Diversity--House Bill 3394 Passed the House and Senate](https://elvalor.org/rey-b-gonzalez-el-valors-president-ceo-advocates-for-corporate-diversity-house-bill-3394-passed-the-house-and-senate/) - [et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” specialty=”off” inner_width=”auto” inner_max_width=”none” next_background_color=”#000000″][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”Rey B. 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[El Valor Eagles Travel to the Winter Games](https://elvalor.org/el-valor-eagles-in-galena/) - Congratulations to all of our athletes who competed in this year's Special Olympics Winter Games! - [Illinois Lt. Governor, Juliana Stratton, Visits El Valor](https://elvalor.org/illinois-lt-governor-visits-el-valor-cantu-children-family-center/) - We had a wonderful afternoon with the Lt. Governor and her family! - [El Valor's 25th Annual Don Quixote Dinner | 2018](https://elvalor.org/25th-annual-don-quixote-dinner-photos/) - Thank you to all of our extremely generous sponsors for making the 25th Annual Don Quixote Dinner a great success. - [Giving Tuesday | 2018](https://elvalor.org/giving-tuesday-2018/) - Thank you to all of our generous donors for your contributions to this year's Giving Tuesday Fundraiser! - [El Valor Coat Drive](https://elvalor.org/el-valor-coat-drive/) - Thank you for all of the donations to El Valor's coat drive! - [2nd Annual Tequila Tasting](https://elvalor.org/2nd-annual-tequila-tasting/) - Thank you to everyone who joined us at the 2nd Annual Tequila Tasting! - [Winter Clothing Drive at Lo Rez Brewing](https://elvalor.org/winter-clothing-drive-at-lo-rez-brewing/) - With the help of many generous donors, over 1,000 hats, pairs of gloves, and pairs of socks were donated to the El Valor Winter Clothing Drive! - [Wine Tasting & Art Viewing](https://elvalor.org/wine-tasting-art-viewing/) - We had a wonderful evening at the El Valor Wine Tasting & Art Viewing! Thank you all for joining us. - [Grand Opening of El Valor's Oceanography Themed SMART Classroom](https://elvalor.org/join-us-for-the-grand-opening-of-el-valors-oceanography-themed-smart-classroom/) - Thank you for joining us! - [25th Annual Don Quixote Dinner](https://elvalor.org/25th-annual-don-quixote-dinner/) - June 5, 2018 - [2018 Summer Block Party](https://elvalor.org/2018-summer-block-party/) - August 4, 2018 - [2018 ComEd Transmission & Substation and El Valor Golf Outing](https://elvalor.org/2018-comed-transmission-substation-and-el-valor-golf-outing/) - Thank you to all of our generous sponsors, golfers, and volunteers for making this year a great success! - [Monarch Butterfly Release 2018](https://elvalor.org/save-the-date-monarch-butterfly-release-2018/) - What a beautiful day we had for the 2018 Monarch Butterfly Release! - [2017 Disability Pride Parade](https://elvalor.org/2017-disability-pride-parade/) - July 22, 2017 - [2017 LAMA Pens & Pencils Drive](https://elvalor.org/2017-lama-pens-pencils-drive/) - August 19, 2017 - [Tequila Tasting](https://elvalor.org/tequila-tasting/) - August 26, 2017 - [2017 Summer Block Party](https://elvalor.org/2017-summer-block-party/) - August 26, 2017 - [Save the Date | ComEd Transmission & Substation and El Valor Golf Outing 2018](https://elvalor.org/save-the-date-comed-transmission-substation-and-el-valor-golf-outing-2018/) - Save the Date for our annual golf outing! September 19, 2018 - [2017 ComEd Transmission & Substation and El Valor Golf Outing](https://elvalor.org/2017-comed-transmission-substation-and-el-valor-golf-outing/) - Thank you to all of our generous sponsors, golf committee, and volunteers for making this one of our most successful outings ever! - [Gallery & Wine Tasting](https://elvalor.org/gallery-wine-tasting-2/) - October 12, 2017 Enjoy a fun night out for a good cause with participants, their families, and other community members while sampling wines and light hors d'oeuvres. - [ComEd Transmission & Substation and El Valor 2017 Golf Outing](https://elvalor.org/el-valors-2017-golf-outing/) - September 20, 2017 Save the date for our annual golf outing! - [ComEd Energy Force Ambassadors On the Move!](https://elvalor.org/comed-energy-force-ambassadors-on-the-move/) - El Valor's adults with disabilities participate in ComEd's Energy Force Ambassador program, and educate the community about energy efficiency. - [Grand Opening: SMART Classroom in Reyes Center](https://elvalor.org/grand-opening-smart-classroom-in-reyes-center/) - El Valor is improving access to educational technology in low-income communities, one SMART classroom at a time! - [2017 Monarch Butterfly Release](https://elvalor.org/2017-monarch-butterfly-release/) - Each year, the El Valor community raises Monarchs at home and in classrooms. They are released during an annual fall celebration and begin their symbolic migration to Mexico. - [2017 Block Party](https://elvalor.org/2017-block-party/) - The El Valor community enjoyed food, fun, games, and family at our annual Summer Block Party. - [El Valor 2017 Butterfly Release](https://elvalor.org/el-valor-2017-butterfly-release/) - September 14, 2017 Every year, El Valor releases hundreds of monarchs raised by staff, children, families, and adults with disabilities. - [Tequila Tasting](https://elvalor.org/tequila-tasting-2/) - El Valor's Associate Board hosted a Tequila Tasting fundraiser benefiting the critical services we provide for those most in need in our communities. - [LAMA 2017 Pens & Pencils Drive](https://elvalor.org/lama-2017-pens-pencils-drive/) - The Latin American Motorcycle Association (LAMA) rode in last Saturday and with donated school supplies for the El Valor community. - [Wagons and Tricycles, Oh My!](https://elvalor.org/wagons-and-tricycles-oh-my/) - PNC employees graciously donated their time to build and donate tricycles and wagons to El Valor's Children & Family Centers. - [Camp Confidence 2017](https://elvalor.org/camp-confidence-2017/) - El Valor adults with disabilities attended an inclusive summer camp. - [Latino Outreach Grant Brings Needed Services to Community](https://elvalor.org/latino-outreach-grant-brings-needed-services-to-community/) - More than 270 parents, families, and children with disabilities have received important community resources from El Valor thanks to a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services. - [24th Annual Don Quixote Dinner Photos](https://elvalor.org/24th-annual-don-quixote-dinner-photos/) - View images from the 2017 Don Quixote Dinner. - [24th Annual Don Quixote Dinner](https://elvalor.org/don-quixote-dinner-2017/) - June 6, 2017 Save the Date for our 24th Annual Don Quixote Dinner! - [D'Addario Foundation Awards Grant to El Valor](https://elvalor.org/daddario-foundation-awards-grant-to-el-valor/) - The D’Addario Foundation, which partners with transformative music education organizations, recently awarded a grant to El Valor. - [El Valor Adults Go for the Gold at 2017 Spring Special Olympics](https://elvalor.org/el-valor-adults-go-for-the-gold-at-2017-special-olympics/) - Adult program participants show off sportsmanship and win medals at the 2017 Spring Special Olympic games! - [South Chicago Center Playground Grand Opening](https://elvalor.org/south-chicago-center-playground-grand-opening/) - Our brand new Gonzalez Center playground was made possible by The Chicago Bears, Bears Care, PNC Bank, PNC Foundation, Chicago Gateway Green, and Brightview. - [PNC Announces Early Childhood Initiative with Donors Choose](https://elvalor.org/pnc-donors-choose-announcement-event/) - Thanks to PNC, El Valor Head Start program can now benefit from Donors Choose, a classroom supply crowdfunding site! - [El Valor Celebrates Opening of First SMART Classroom](https://elvalor.org/el-valor-smart-classroom-ribbon-cutting/) - El Valor has opened an interactive SMART classroom at its Carlos H. Cantu Center. - [El Valor Profiled in 1991 New York Times Article](https://elvalor.org/el-valor-profiled-in-1991-new-york-times-article/) - Blast from the Past! Read a 1991 NYT profile of El Valor's groundbreaking, growing Children's program. - [El Valor's 23rd Annual Don Quixote Dinner](https://elvalor.org/el-valors-23rd-annual-don-quixote-dinner/) - June 7, 2016 Thank you to everyone who joined us as a guest or sponsor in 2016! - [El Valor Associate Board Lagunitas Fundraiser](https://elvalor.org/el-valor-associate-board-lagunitas-fundraiser/) - January 16, 2017 Take the edge off of the winter! Join El Valor's Associate Board for drinks, free food, live entertainment and a raffle to raise funds for Camp Confidence. - [Chicago Blackhawks Host Hockey Clinics for El Valor Community](https://elvalor.org/chicago-blackhawks-host-hockey-clinics-for-el-valor-community/) - The Chicago Blackhawks Charities and the Youth Hockey Department offered hockey clinics for El Valor's children and adults with disabilities! - [Teaching Together Chicago Creates Jobs for Adults with Disabilities](https://elvalor.org/teaching-together-chicago-creates-jobs-for-adults-with-disabilities/) - Adult interns with disabilities placed in unique, innovative partnership called Teaching Together Chicago. - [LAMA Rolls In!](https://elvalor.org/lama-rolls-in/) - El Valor’s Carlos Cantu Children & Family Center in Little Village welcomed the members of the Latin American Motorcycle Association (LAMA) for the annual Pen and Pencil Run. - ["Words to Grow On, Chicago" Fights 30 Million Word Gap](https://elvalor.org/words-to-grow-on-chicago-fights-30-million-word-gap/) - "Words to Grown On, Chicago" aims to bridge the Thirty Million Word Gap by engaging the whole family in vocabulary-building activities. - [Gallery & Wine Tasting](https://elvalor.org/gallery-wine-tasting/) - December 8, 2016 Save the date! - [A Monster Thank You to the Monsters of the Midway](https://elvalor.org/a-monster-thank-you-to-the-monsters-of-the-midway/) - The Chicago Bears, Chicago Gateway Green, BrightView, and PNC Bank teamed up to create a new play and learning space at El Valor's Gonzalez Center. - [2016 Monarch Butterfly Release](https://elvalor.org/2016-monarch-butterfly-release/) - The El Valor community gathered to release more than 100 monarch butterflies raised by children, adults with disabilities, families, and staff in partnership with Mike Rizo at the US Forest Service. - [New SMART Classrooms Bring Hi-Tech to El Valor](https://elvalor.org/new-smart-classrooms-bring-hi-tech-to-el-valor/) - Thanks to the generosity of the US Forest Service and Comcast, El Valor has created two pilot SMART Board classrooms that inspire our instructors to create multimedia lesson plans and encourages children as well as adults with disabilities to be active participants in learning. - [Abilities Habilidades Expo 2016](https://elvalor.org/abilities-expo/) - 15 de octubre, 2016 Feria de recuros para familias con ninos de necesidades especiales - [El Valor's 2016 Reach for the Future Golf Outing](https://elvalor.org/el-valors-2016-golf-outing/) - August 24, 2016 Save the date for our annual Golf Outing! - [President Obama Appoints El Valor Board Member, Phil Fuentes, to Key Administration Post](https://elvalor.org/president-obama-appoints-el-valor-board-member-phil-fuentes-to-key-administration-post/) - President Barack Obama recently announced his intent to nominate Phil Fuentes to the President’s Advisory Commission on Educational Excellence for Hispanics. - [Rey B. Gonzalez Children & Family Center Receives ExceleRate Illinois Silver Circle of Quality Designation](https://elvalor.org/rey-b-gonzalez-children-family-center-silver-circle/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section” fullwidth=”on” specialty=”off”][et_pb_fullwidth_header admin_label=”Fullwidth Header” title=”Rey B. Gonzalez Children & Family Center Receives ExceleRate Illinois Silver Circle of Quality Designation” background_layout=”dark” text_orientation=”left” header_fullscreen=”off” header_scroll_down=”off” background_color=”#1e73be” parallax=”off” parallax_method=”off” content_orientation=”center” image_orientation=”center” custom_button_one=”off” button_one_letter_spacing=”0″ button_one_use_icon=”default” button_one_icon_placement=”right” button_one_on_hover=”on” button_one_letter_spacing_hover=”0″ custom_button_two=”off” button_two_letter_spacing=”0″ button_two_use_icon=”default” button_two_icon_placement=”right” button_two_on_hover=”on” button_two_letter_spacing_hover=”0″] [/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section admin_label=”section”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_image admin_label=”Image” src=”https://elvalor.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Press-Release-Rey-Gonzalez-Children-and-Family-Center.jpg” show_in_lightbox=”off” url_new_window=”off” use_overlay=”off” animation=”left” sticky=”off” align=”left” force_fullwidth=”off” - [CONOZCA SUS DERECHOS](https://elvalor.org/conozca-sus-derechos/) - November 17, 2016 Un abogado estera disponible para contestar preguntas sobre los derechos legales en esta sesión de información gratuita para la comunidad. - [Little Village Rotary - Noche Mexicana](https://elvalor.org/little-village-rotary-noche-mexicana/) - Thursday, November 10, 2016 Enjoy an evening of margaritas and mariachis for a good cause. - [Employment Program Open House](https://elvalor.org/employment-program-open-house/) - October 20, 2016 Learn more about the services El Valor can provide individuals with disabilities who are seeking employment at this Open House. - [2016 Butterfly Release](https://elvalor.org/2016-butterfly-release/) - September 13, 2016 Save the date and join El Valor for the 2016 Monarch Butterfly Release! - [NLU Cohort Information Session - Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education](https://elvalor.org/national-louis-university-early-childhood-bachelor-cohort/) - July 22, 2016 Come to an info session to determine if this cohort is right for you! - [Build a Better Block Party](https://elvalor.org/build-a-better-block-party/) - July 9, 2016 Join El Valor staff and neighbors for family-friendly fun at this block party/resource fair. - [NLU Cohort Information Session - Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education](https://elvalor.org/nlu-cohort-information-session-bachelors-in-early-childhood-education/) - Come to the information session to see if this cohort is right for you! - [NEIU Info Session - Rehabilitation Counseling](https://elvalor.org/neiu-info-session-rehabilitation-counseling/) - April 28, 2016 Come to an info session to determine if this cohort is right for you! - [NLU Cohort Information Session - Early Childhood Education Programs](https://elvalor.org/nlu-cohort-information-session-early-childhood-education-programs/) - April 27, 2016 Come to an info session to determine if this cohort is right for you! - [Rey B. Gonzalez in Latino Leaders Magazine](https://elvalor.org/reys-profile-in-latino-leaders-magazine/) - Read an interview with El Valor's President and CEO, Rey B. Gonzalez, in Latino Leaders magazine! - [El Valor NEIU Cohort Information Session](https://elvalor.org/el-valor-neiu-cohort-information-session/) - February 18, 2016Come to an info session to determine if this cohort is right for you! - [Northwestern News Profiles El Valor](https://elvalor.org/northwestern-news-profiles-el-valor/) - Read a profile of El Valor originally published by Northwestern News 21 in 2011. - [El Valor SAC Cohort Information Session 2](https://elvalor.org/el-valor-sac-cohort-information-session-2/) - January 11, 2015Come to an info session to determine if this cohort is right for you! - [Honoring Vanessa Rich](https://elvalor.org/honoring-vanessa-rich/) - El Valor remembers Vanessa Rich, a lifelong advocate. - [El Valor SAC Cohort Information Session 1](https://elvalor.org/el-valor-sac-cohort-information-session-1/) - December 16, 2015Come to an info session to determine if this cohort is right for you! - [Giving Tuesday](https://elvalor.org/giving-tuesday/) - December 1, 2015 El Valor joined organizations and charities around the country and the world - [Family Movie Night | In the Game Screening](https://elvalor.org/in-the-game-screening/) - November 24, 2015Join us for a free, Spanish-subtitled screening of the documentary "In the Game." - [Reach for the Future Golf Outing](https://elvalor.org/reach-for-the-future-golf-outing/) - Wednesday, August 26, 2015 Gleneagles Country Club - [Wine Tasting & Gallery Night](https://elvalor.org/wine-tasting-gallery-night/) - October 15, 2015 Art by Individuals with Disabilities Displayed and For Sale - [EL VALOR CELEBRATES ANNUAL FAMILY FUN WALK AND HEALTH FAIR IN CHICAGO’S LITTLE VILLAGE WITH 400 PARTICIPATING FAMILIES](https://elvalor.org/el-valor-celebrates-annual-family-fun-walk-and-health-fair-in-chicagos-little-village-with-400-participating-families/) - More than four hundred families and children will participate in El Valor’s Family Fun Walk and Health Fair. - [22nd Annual Don Quixote Dinner](https://elvalor.org/22nd-annual-don-quixote-dinner/) - El Valor is hosting its largest fundraiser of the year, the Don Quixote Dinner. - [El Valor and ComEd Inclusion Center Grand Opening](https://elvalor.org/el-valor-and-comed-inclusion-center-grand-opening/) - El Valor will host its grand opening of the El Valor and ComEd Inclusion Center. - [El Valor and Erikson Institute China Initiative](https://elvalor.org/el-valor-and-erikson-institute-china-initiative/) - El Valor in conjunction with the Erikson Institute will host delegates from the “Red, Yellow, Blue Preschool, “located in Beijing, China. - [CHICAGO’S CIVIC AND ELECTED LEADERS GATHER AT EL VALOR 41st ANNUAL DON QUIXOTE DINNER](https://elvalor.org/chicagos-civic-and-elected-leaders-gather-at-el-valor-41st-annual-don-quixote-dinner/) - El Valor, a leading internationally recognized non-profit organization, will celebrate its 41st annual Don Quixote fundraiser dinner event on June 3. - [WHITE HOUSE NAMES EL VALOR A BRIGHT SPOT IN HISPANIC EDUCATION](https://elvalor.org/white-house-names-el-valor-a-bright-spot-in-hispanic-education/) - The White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanics has selected El Valor for inclusion in a national online catalog highlighting organizations. - [Exceptional Emerging Leadership Award](https://elvalor.org/exceptional-emerging-leadership-award/) - El Valor is committed to recognizing and celebrating the exceptional achievements of our talented staff. - [CHICAGO’S NON-PROFIT EL VALOR PRESIDENT & CEO REY B. GONZALEZ TO SPEAK IN BARCELONA’S FACILITATING INCLUSIVE DISABILITIES EDUCATIONAL ANNUAL CONFERENCE OCTOBER 4](https://elvalor.org/chicagos-non-profit-el-valor-president-ceo-rey-b-gonzalez-to-speak-in-barcelonas-facilitating-inclusive-disabilities-educational-annual-conference-october-4/) - El Valor is ranked as one of the top 20 Hispanic non-profit institutions nationwide - [EL VALOR ANNOUNCES INNOVATIVE MONARCH BUTTERFLY EVENT SEPTEMBER 11](https://elvalor.org/el-valor-announces-innovative-monarch-butterfly-event-september-11/) - More than 100 monarch butterflies to be released in celebration of the year-long program - [Autism Center Opening Announcement](https://elvalor.org/autism-center-opening-announcement/) - El Valor is proud to announce the opening of its Autism Center on September 28, 2015, thanks to generous support from the Comcast Foundation. - [Chicago Flower & Garden Show to bloom with ideas](https://elvalor.org/chicago-flower-garden-show-to-bloom-with-ideas/) - About this time of year, when most gardeners are desperately seeking signs of life, the idea of flowers and lush greens is swoon-worthy. - [REST bilingual trainers mean more Spanish-speaking caregivers can receive a break](https://elvalor.org/rest-bilingual-trainers-mean-more-spanish-speaking-caregivers-can-receive-a-break/) - REST (Respite Education and Support Tools) held its first bilingual training last month at El Valor. - [INVESTIGATION UNDERWAY AFTER MEASLES CASES CONFIRMED IN SUBURBS](https://elvalor.org/investigation-underway-after-measles-cases-confirmed-in-suburbs/) - Children and staff at El Valor's three daycare centers in Chicago are required to have appropriate immunization. - [El Valor's Saturday literacy program enriches kids — and their parents](https://elvalor.org/el-valors-saturday-literacy-program-enriches-kids-and-their-parents/) - At this weekend academy for little ones, Saturday morning is about working on science and literacy in a classroom. - [EL VALOR HOSTS ANNUAL DON QUIXOTE DINNER](https://elvalor.org/el-valor-hosts-annual-don-quixote-dinner/) - People gathered for a meal Tuesday night to help children and adults with physical challenges. - [Clara Lopez](https://elvalor.org/clara-lopez/) - [et_pb_section fullwidth=”on” specialty=”off”][et_pb_fullwidth_header admin_label=”Fullwidth Header” title=”Clara Lopez” background_layout=”dark” text_orientation=”left” header_fullscreen=”off” header_scroll_down=”off” background_color=”#1e73be” parallax=”off” parallax_method=”off” content_orientation=”center” image_orientation=”center” custom_button_one=”off” button_one_letter_spacing=”0″ button_one_use_icon=”default” button_one_icon_placement=”right” button_one_on_hover=”on” button_one_letter_spacing_hover=”0″ custom_button_two=”off” button_two_letter_spacing=”0″ button_two_use_icon=”default” button_two_icon_placement=”right” button_two_on_hover=”on” button_two_letter_spacing_hover=”0″ subhead=”Vice President of Children and Youth Services” /][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”1_3″][et_pb_image admin_label=”Image” src=”https://elvalor.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/small_clara_lopez_1.jpg” show_in_lightbox=”off” url_new_window=”off” animation=”left” sticky=”off” align=”left” force_fullwidth=”off” always_center_on_mobile=”on” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_border_color=”off” - [Rey B. 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[Partners](https://elvalor.org/about/partners/) - El Valor is thankful for the assistance of all its strategic partners. - [Reports](https://elvalor.org/about/reports/) - Please visit this page to view El Valor non profit Annual Reports - [About](https://elvalor.org/about/) - El Valor is a non-profit community-based organization founded in 1973 that strives for a community in which all members, including individuals with special needs, can live, learn and work. - [Get Involved](https://elvalor.org/get-involved/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” admin_label=”Header” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_color=”#0C71C3″ background_image=”https://elvalor.org/wp-content/uploads/Divi-Home-Header-7.png” parallax=”on” custom_margin=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”Get Involved” subhead=”Find out the different ways you can help El Valor!” text_orientation=”center” button_one_text=”Give Online” button_one_url=”https://elvalor.org/donate/” button_two_text=”Upcoming Events” button_two_url=”https://elvalor.org/events/” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ title_font=”|300|||||||” title_font_size=”60px” title_line_height=”1.3em” content_font=”||||||||” content_font_size=”16px” content_line_height=”2em” subhead_font=”Didact Gothic||||||||” subhead_font_size=”20px” subhead_line_height=”1.8em” background_enable_color=”off” custom_button_one=”on” button_one_text_size=”16px” button_one_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_one_bg_color=”#E09900″ button_one_border_width=”8px” button_one_border_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” button_one_border_radius=”0px” button_one_letter_spacing=”3px” button_one_font=”Didact Gothic|700||on|||||” button_one_use_icon=”off” custom_button_two=”on” button_two_text_size=”16px” button_two_text_color=”#FFFFFF” - [Contact](https://elvalor.org/contact/) - El Valor offers services to children, people with disabilities and their families as well as residential housing and vocational evaluation and assessments. - [Parental and Community Engagement](https://elvalor.org/parental-and-community-engagement/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ inner_shadow=”on” fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”#2ea3f2″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_slider admin_label=”Fullwidth Slider” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding_tablet=”|||” custom_padding_phone=”|||” box_shadow_style=”preset6″ box_shadow_blur=”10px” box_shadow_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.1)” remove_inner_shadow=”off” hide_content_on_mobile=”off” hide_cta_on_mobile=”off” show_inner_shadow=”on” button_letter_spacing_hover=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” button_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”on” button_letter_spacing__hover=”0″ button_one_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off”][et_pb_slide heading=”Parental and Community Engagement” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”#ffffff” background_image=”https://elvalor.org/wp-content/uploads/3-6.png” background_enable_image=”on” button_icon_placement=”right” button_on_hover=”on” background_layout=”light” - [Early Childhood Education](https://elvalor.org/early-childhood-education/) - El Valor’s Children’s Programs support families through seamless, comprehensive programming that fosters creative and innovative child development services, parental involvement, multiculturalism, and respect. - [Become A Partner](https://elvalor.org/get-involved/become-a-partner/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_slider _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding_tablet=”|||” custom_padding_phone=”|||” hover_enabled=”0″ box_shadow_style=”preset6″ box_shadow_blur=”10px” box_shadow_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.1)” remove_inner_shadow=”off” hide_content_on_mobile=”off” hide_cta_on_mobile=”off” show_inner_shadow=”on” button_letter_spacing_hover=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” button_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_text_size__hover=”null” button_one_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_size__hover=”null” button_two_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_size__hover=”null” button_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_text_color__hover=”null” button_one_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_color__hover=”null” button_two_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_color__hover=”null” button_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_width__hover=”null” button_one_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_width__hover=”null” button_two_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_width__hover=”null” button_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_color__hover=”null” button_one_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_color__hover=”null” button_two_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_color__hover=”null” button_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_radius__hover=”null” button_one_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_radius__hover=”null” button_two_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_radius__hover=”null” button_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”on” button_letter_spacing__hover=”0″ button_one_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_letter_spacing__hover=”null” button_two_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_letter_spacing__hover=”null” - 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[Lottery Entry List](https://elvalor.org/lottery-entry-list/) - [Lottery](https://elvalor.org/lottery/) - [Lottery Dashboard](https://elvalor.org/dashboard/) - [50th Anniversary: Don Quixote Gala](https://elvalor.org/events/50th-anniversary/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Header” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ background_color=”#000000″ parallax=”on” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”80px||40px|” custom_padding_tablet=”0px||” custom_padding_phone=”0px||” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}” padding_tablet=”0px||” padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_padding__hover=”|||” padding_phone=”0px||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.4″ text_font=”Amethysta||||||||” text_line_height=”2em” header_font=”Faustina|600|||||||” header_text_color=”#0e7162″ header_font_size=”60px” header_line_height=”1.3em” custom_margin=”-72px|||||” header_font_size_tablet=”50px” header_font_size_phone=”40px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”] 50 years of El Valor. [/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font=”||||||||” text_line_height=”2em” header_font=”Faustina||||||||” header_text_color=”#0e7162″ header_font_size=”60px” header_line_height=”1.3em” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”] This year, El Valor is celebrating - [Attendee Registration](https://elvalor.org/attendee-registration/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][tribe_attendee_registration][/et_pb_code][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section] - [2022 Golf Outing](https://elvalor.org/2022-golf-outing/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#0C71C3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://elvalor.org/wp-content/uploads/GO-22-Save-the-Date-2.png” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Join us on Wednesday, September 14, 2022, for El Valor’s Annual Golf Outing! We’ll be at Silver Lake Country Club located - [DQ 2022](https://elvalor.org/dq2022/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” admin_label=”Header” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color_gradient_direction=”90deg” background_image=”https://elvalor.org/wp-content/uploads/DQ-LP-Header-1.png” custom_padding=”40px|40px|40px|40px|true|true” custom_padding_tablet=”|10%||10%|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”|5%||5%|false|true” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_enable_image=”off” z_index=”0″ width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_padding=”33px||33px||true|false” border_width_all=”4px” border_color_all=”#ffcf9a” border_width_all_tablet=”2px” border_width_all_phone=”” border_width_all_last_edited=”on|desktop” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ box_shadow_blur=”80px” box_shadow_color=”#000000″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://elvalor.org/wp-content/uploads/DQ29L.png” title_text=”DQ29L” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” custom_margin=”|auto||169px||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#0a0733″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Battambang|700|||||||” header_text_color=”#E09900″ custom_margin=”||29px|||” custom_padding=”15px||2px|27px||” global_colors_info=”{}”] 29th - [Senator Tony Munoz - DQ 29](https://elvalor.org/senmunozdq/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.15″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.15″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.15″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.15.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Markazi Text|700|||||||” header_text_color=”#0a0733″ global_colors_info=”{}”] Senator Antonio Munoz Don Quixote Leadership Award [/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.15.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] El Valor is honored to present Senator Antonio Muñoz with the Don Quixote Leadership Award at this year’s Don Quixote Dinner on June 23rd. Senator Muñoz - [Tickets Checkout](https://elvalor.org/tickets-checkout/) - [AutoDraft1](https://elvalor.org/autodraft1/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.15″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.15″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.15″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=”11013,10963,10804,10803″ _builder_version=”4.15″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_gallery][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.15″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][event_tickets_form] [/et_pb_text][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.15.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Purchase Tickets Checkout Error! Something went wrong! Oops, no tickets! Please browse events and add tickets to check out. 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[Representative Theresa Mah](https://elvalor.org/repmahdq/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Markazi Text|700|||||||” header_text_color=”#0a0733″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Representative Theresa Mah Don Quixote Leadership Award [/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.14.7″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] El Valor is honored to present Representative Theresa Mah with the Don Quixote Leadership Award at this - [Honoree 2](https://elvalor.org/honoree2/) - 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[Honoree 1](https://elvalor.org/honoree1/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”3.22″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”Honoree 1 ” subhead=”Don Quixote Leadership Award” content_max_width=”none” admin_label=”Fullwidth Header” _builder_version=”4.14.7″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Rokkitt|700|||||||” title_text_align=”left” title_font_size=”45px” subhead_font=”Rokkitt|600|on||||||” subhead_text_align=”left” subhead_font_size=”24px” hover_enabled=”0″ button_one_letter_spacing_hover=”0″ button_two_letter_spacing_hover=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” button_one_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”on” button_one_letter_spacing__hover=”0″ button_two_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”on” button_two_letter_spacing__hover=”0″ button_one_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” - [Test](https://elvalor.org/test-2/) - [5k - Family Registration](https://elvalor.org/5k-family-registration/) - [5k - Individual Registration](https://elvalor.org/5k-individual-registration/) - [Giving Tuesday](https://elvalor.org/givingtuesday2021/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Header” _builder_version=”4.11.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_color=”off” background_color_gradient_direction=”90deg” background_image=”https://elvalor.org/wp-content/uploads/GT-Wordpress-Header-1.png” background_position=”top_center” custom_padding=”10vw||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”Divider Row” _builder_version=”4.11.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.11.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” _builder_version=”4.11.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||51px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_divider][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,1_2,1_4″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” admin_label=”Middle Blurb – Top Header” _builder_version=”4.11.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#2c42af” z_index=”10″ min_height=”197.4px” custom_margin=”40px||||false|false” custom_padding=”9px|8px|9px|8px|true|true” custom_padding_tablet=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” custom_padding_phone=”20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-26ac9050-52ea-4dfa-84b3-bad7cf43e335%22:%91%93,%22gcid-3bcfc9e8-40d7-422e-a60f-3fa9ff8f4895%22:%91%93}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://elvalor.org/wp-content/uploads/GT-1-1.png” title_text=”GT” show_bottom_space=”off” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.11.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-6px|-6px||-6px|false|false” custom_padding=”|||0px||” border_radii=”off||||” - [Don Quixote Virtual Gala](https://elvalor.org/events/don-quixote-2021/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Header” _builder_version=”4.9.0″ background_color=”#e5e5e5″ background_enable_image=”off” background_size=”initial” overflow-y=”hidden” custom_margin=”60px|60px|60px|60px|true|true” custom_margin_tablet=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” custom_margin_phone=”20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”10vw||||false|false” border_width_all=”2px” border_color_all=”#7f4c03″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.3″ background_color=”#e5e5e5″ z_index=”20″ width=”60%” custom_padding=”||27px|||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.3.2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.3″ header_font=”Playfair Display|700|||||||” header_text_color=”#252d49″ header_font_size=”140px” text_orientation=”center” header_font_size_tablet=”80px” header_font_size_phone=”40px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone”] [/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.3″ text_font=”Overpass||||||||” text_text_color=”#242946″ text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.6em” text_orientation=”center” max_width=”600px” module_alignment=”center” hover_enabled=”0″ text_font_size_tablet=”18px” text_font_size_phone=”16px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” inline_fonts=”ABeeZee” sticky_enabled=”0″] We hope you will join us! [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.9.2″ - [Alumni Spotlight](https://elvalor.org/alumni-spotlight/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.4.8″][et_pb_fullwidth_slider _builder_version=”4.9.4″ parallax=”on” custom_padding=”|||” hover_enabled=”0″ button_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_text_size__hover=”null” button_one_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_size__hover=”null” button_two_text_size__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_size__hover=”null” button_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_text_color__hover=”null” button_one_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_text_color__hover=”null” button_two_text_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_text_color__hover=”null” button_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_width__hover=”null” button_one_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_width__hover=”null” button_two_border_width__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_width__hover=”null” button_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_color__hover=”null” button_one_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_color__hover=”null” button_two_border_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_color__hover=”null” button_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_border_radius__hover=”null” button_one_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_border_radius__hover=”null” button_two_border_radius__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_border_radius__hover=”null” button_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”on” button_letter_spacing__hover=”0″ button_one_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_letter_spacing__hover=”null” button_two_letter_spacing__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_letter_spacing__hover=”null” button_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_bg_color__hover=”null” button_one_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_one_bg_color__hover=”null” button_two_bg_color__hover_enabled=”off” button_two_bg_color__hover=”null” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_slide heading=”Alumni Spotlight” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ - [Programs](https://elvalor.org/programs/) - El Valor offers early childhood education, adult services and community education to all individuals. - [COVID-19 Resources](https://elvalor.org/covid-19resources/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”COVID-19 Resources ” subhead=”Resources for Families and How You Can Help” _builder_version=”4.9.3″ hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_image src=”https://elvalor.org/wp-content/uploads/COVID-Update-Header-1-1.png” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″] El Valor is dedicated to supporting our children, adults with disabilities, and families during this uncertain time. For updated information, please check back here and also follow us on - [Past Events](https://elvalor.org/past-events/) - El Valor Past Community Events - [Events](https://elvalor.org/events/) - Support one of El Valor's events to help or learn more about providing services to children and adults with disabilities - [Privacy Policy](https://elvalor.org/privacy-policy/) - Read El Valor's Privacy Policy - [Shop](https://elvalor.org/shop/) - [Payment](https://elvalor.org/tickets-payment/) - El Valor Payment - [Calendar](https://elvalor.org/calendar/) - [Connect with Us](https://elvalor.org/connect-with-us/) - El Valor offers services to children, people with disabilities and their families as well as residential housing and vocational evaluation and assessments. - [Cart](https://elvalor.org/tickets-cart/) - El Valor Shopping Cart - [Payment Confirmation](https://elvalor.org/tickets-order-confirmation/) - El Valor Payment Confirmation - [Order Details](https://elvalor.org/tickets-order-details/) - El Valor Order Details - [Aluent Test](https://elvalor.org/aluent-test/) - [et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]//elvalor.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/test.wav[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section] - [Site Map](https://elvalor.org/site-map/) - El Valor Site Map - [Thank You for Your Donation](https://elvalor.org/thank-you-for-your-donation/) - Thank you for your donation to El Valor ## Products - [Book of Life](https://elvalor.org/shop/book-of-life/) - Handcrafted Catrinas made by our Adult Participants and staff in our art program. 36HX15LX11D - [Nature](https://elvalor.org/shop/nature/) - Handcrafted Catrinas made by our Adult Participants and staff in our art program. 27HX9Lx5D - [Recuerdame](https://elvalor.org/shop/recuerdame/) - Handcrafted Catrinas made by our Adult Participants and staff in our art program. 29Hx11LX8D - [Glamour](https://elvalor.org/shop/glamour/) - Handcrafted Catrinas made by our Adult Participants and staff in our art program. 28Hx14Lx14D - [Joker](https://elvalor.org/shop/joker/) - Handcrafted Catrinas made by our Adult Participants and staff in our art program. 27Hx9Lx7 - [Bella](https://elvalor.org/shop/bella/) - Handcrafted Catrinas made by our Adult Participants and staff in our art program. 31Hx13Lx12D - [Beauty Princess](https://elvalor.org/shop/beauty-princess/) - Handcrafted Catrinas made by our Adult Participants and staff in our art program. 31Hx10Lx10D - [Blue Bella](https://elvalor.org/shop/blue-bella/) - Handcrafted Catrinas made by our Adult Participants and staff in our art program. 31Hx8.5Lx8.5D - [Timeless Love](https://elvalor.org/shop/auto-draft/) - Handcrafted Catrinas made by our Adult Participants and staff in our art program. 18Hx 15Lx 8D - [Monarca](https://elvalor.org/shop/monarca/) - Handcrafted Catrinas made by our Adult Participants and staff in our art program. Comes with LED lights , Battery operated 5Hx 11Lx8.5D - [Butterfly Release](https://elvalor.org/shop/butterfly-release/) - Handcrafted Catrinas made by our Adult Participants and staff in our art program. 22Hx16Lx11D - [Viva La Vida](https://elvalor.org/shop/viva-la-vida/) - Handcrafted Catrinas made by our Adult Participants and staff in our art program. 13Hx15Lx7D - [All Business](https://elvalor.org/shop/all-business-catrina/) - Handcrafted Catrinas made by our Adult Participants and staff in our art program. Floating shelf Dimensions: H23X19LX10D - [Angel](https://elvalor.org/shop/angel/) - Handcrafted Catrinas made by our Adult Participants and staff in our art program. Comes with LED lights , Battery operated 18Hx22Lx11D ## Logos - [ABC7](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/abc7/) - [MJ Electric](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/mj-electric/) - [Tropical Optical](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/tropical-optical/) - [Walgreens](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/walgreens/) - [LVCC](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/lvcc/) - [IHCC](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/ihcc/) - [Matt & Sheryl Turk](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/matt-sheryl-turk/) - [Intren](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/intren-2/) - [Constellation Energy](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/constellation-energy/) - [Garvey's](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/garveys/) - [Joe's Heating and Air](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/joes-heating-and-air/) - [SYSCO](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/sysco/) - [Leidos](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/leidos/) - [Nicor gas](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/31955/) - [Dynamic](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/dynamic-2/) - [Wipfli](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/wipfli/) - [CineCity Studios](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/cinecity-studios/) - [PNC Bank](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/pnc-bank/) - [Comcast](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/comcast/) - [Healthy Communities Foundation](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/arthur-foundation/) - [Huntington](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/huntington/) - [Cantu Family](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/cantu-family/) - [Hilda and Rey](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/hilda-and-rey/) - [ComEd](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/10786/) - [Cancun Designs](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/cancun-designs/) - [DSP Insurance](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/dsp-insurance/) - [Burns and McDonnell](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/burns-and-mcdonnell/) - [NLU](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/nlu/) - [Moreno's Liquors](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/morenos-liquors/) - [Tequila Poderrosa](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/tequila-poderrosa/) - [Nacimiento Tequila](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/nacimiento-tequila/) - [Revolution Brewing](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/revolution-brewing-2/) - [Casa Humilde Cerveceria](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/casa-humilde-cerveceria/) - [Chicago Blackhawks](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/chicago-blackhawks/) - [Chicago Bulls](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/chicago-bulls/) - [Nails by Esteph](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/nails-by-esteph/) - [Bronzd Chicago](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/bronzd-chicago/) - [Sweet Capture](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/sweet-capture/) - [Insperity](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/insperity/) - [Horton](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/horton-2/) - [Advocate Health Care](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/advocate-health-care/) - [Aldridge Electric](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/aldridge-electric-2/) - [Wintrust Pilsen](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/wintrust-pilsen/) - [Studio ARQ](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/studio-arq/) - [Aldridge Electric](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/aldridge-electric/) - [McDonald's](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/mcdonalds/) - [NAC](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/nac/) - [Pinto Constuction](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/pinto-constuction/) - [Horton](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/horton/) - [d'Escoto](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/descoto-2/) - [Dr. Marme and Family](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/dr-marme-and-family/) - [Azteca Foods](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/azteca-foods/) - [Evans Electric](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/evans-electric/) - [McDonald's Logo](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/mcdonalds-logo/) - [Lindblad Construction](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/lindblad-construction/) - [Tovar Construction](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/tovar-construction/) - [The Rosenmayer Family Fund](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/the-rosenmayer-family-fund/) - [Antigua, Inc](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/antigua-inc/) - [National Louis University](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/national-louis-university/) - [Grainger](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/grainger-2/) - [Univision](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/univision/) - [Univision Chicago](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/univision-chicago/) - [EV Teams Logo](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/ev-teams-logo/) - [Dynamic](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/dynamic/) - [UIC](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/uic/) - [Chicago Community Trust](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/chicago-community-trust-2/) - [After School Matters](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/after-school-matters/) - [D'Escoto](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/descoto/) - [Proven IT](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/proven-it/) - [Revolution Brewing](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/revolution-brewing/) - [Cream Wine](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/cream-wine/) - [Advocate](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/advocate/) - [HBK](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/hbk/) - [ABC 7 Chicago](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/abc-7-chicago/) - [Southwest Airlines](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/southwest-airlines/) - [Kirkland & Ellis](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/kirkland-ellis/) - [Merit](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/merit/) - [John Rowe](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/john-rowe/) - [McCormick Foundation](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/mccormick-foundation/) - [ComEd - DQ](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/comed-dq/) - [Primera](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/primera/) - [Intren](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/intren/) - [U.S Forest Service](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/u-s-forest-service/) - [Huntington Bank](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/huntington-bank/) - [Coleman](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/coleman/) - [Bears Care](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/bears-care/) - [Wintrust](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos/wintrust/) ## Venues - [United Center](https://elvalor.org/venue/united-center/) - [The Geraghty](https://elvalor.org/venue/the-geraghty/) - [El Valor's Life Skills Center](https://elvalor.org/venue/el-valors-life-skills-center/) - [Indoor Golf Links](https://elvalor.org/venue/indoor-golf-links/) - [La Parra Restaurant & Bar](https://elvalor.org/venue/la-parra-restaurant-bar/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ theme_builder_area=”post_content” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_section] - [CineCity Studios](https://elvalor.org/venue/cinecity-studios/) - [El Valor's Reyes Center](https://elvalor.org/venue/el-valors-reyes-center/) - [El Valor's Gonzalez Center](https://elvalor.org/venue/el-valors-gonzalez-center/) - [Welcome Back Lounge](https://elvalor.org/venue/welcome-back-lounge/) - [La Malquerida](https://elvalor.org/venue/la-malquerida/) - [El Valor's Admin Office](https://elvalor.org/venue/el-valors-admin-office/) - [El Valor's Cicero Center](https://elvalor.org/venue/el-valors-cicero-center/) - [Silver Lake Country Club](https://elvalor.org/venue/silver-lake-country-club/) - [El Valor's Cantu Center](https://elvalor.org/venue/el-valors-cantu-center/) - [El Valor's Main Office](https://elvalor.org/venue/el-valors-main-office-2/) - [El Valor's Main Office](https://elvalor.org/venue/el-valors-main-office/) - [The Field Museum of Natural History](https://elvalor.org/venue/the-field-museum-of-natural-history/) - [Moe's Cantina - River North](https://elvalor.org/venue/moes-cantina-river-north/) - [Osito's Tap](https://elvalor.org/venue/ositos-tap-3/) - [Osito's Tap](https://elvalor.org/venue/ositos-tap-2/) - [Artifact Events](https://elvalor.org/venue/artifact-events/) - [Pizza Cantina](https://elvalor.org/venue/pizza-cantina/) - [Xoco Gallery House](https://elvalor.org/venue/xoco-gallery-house/) - [Lalo's Mexican Restaurant](https://elvalor.org/venue/lalos-mexican-restaurant/) - [Simones Bar](https://elvalor.org/venue/simones-bar/) ## Organizers - [Little Village Rotary Club of Chicago](https://elvalor.org/organizer/little-village-rotary-club-of-chicago-3/) - [Little Village Rotary Club of Chicago](https://elvalor.org/organizer/little-village-rotary-club-of-chicago-2/) - [DJ Jai Tempo](https://elvalor.org/organizer/dj-jai-tempo/) - [El Valor](https://elvalor.org/organizer/el-valor/) ## Events - [33rd Annual Don Quixote Gala](https://elvalor.org/event/don-quixote-gala-26/) - An evening of celebration and community supporting El Valor’s programs, honoring President and CEO Rey Gonzalez for decades of leadership and service. - [Tequila Tasting 2026](https://elvalor.org/event/tt26/) - Click here for tickets: https://EVTT26.givesmart.com - [Los Bulls Hispanic Heritage Night](https://elvalor.org/event/los-bulls-hispanic-heritage-night/) - Celebrate Los Bulls Hispanic Heritage Night at the Bulls vs. Pistons game while supporting El Valor. A portion of each ticket sold helps support programs serving children, adults with disabilities, and families across Chicago. - [Associate Board Winter Event](https://elvalor.org/event/associate-board-winter-event-2/) - [Golf Outing](https://elvalor.org/event/golf-outing/) - [Monarch Butterfly Celebration](https://elvalor.org/event/monarch-butterfly-celebration/) - [Transition Workshops](https://elvalor.org/event/transition-workshops-5/) - A transition workshop focused on preparing for work, including vocational requirements, assistance options, and strategies for individualized vocational planning. - [Transition Workshops](https://elvalor.org/event/transition-workshops-4/) - Explore employment, education, and independent living options while learning about community resources that support continued learning and life in the community. - [Transition Workshops](https://elvalor.org/event/transition-workshops-3/) - Learn how self advocacy and choice making skills support successful transition goals at this community transition workshop. - [Indoor Golf Outing](https://elvalor.org/event/indoor-golf-outing/) - Enjoy indoor golf, food, and drinks while supporting El Valor at our Indoor Golf Outing on April 2, 2026. Open to individual golfers and foursomes. - [Transition Workshops](https://elvalor.org/event/transition-workshops-2/) - Learn about Next Steps in the transition process, explore career education activities, and discover how transition planning supports students and families. This workshop is open to the community. - [Transition Workshops](https://elvalor.org/event/transition-workshops/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.23.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.23.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://elvalor.org/wp-content/uploads/Transition-Wkshps.png” title_text=”Transition Wkshps” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Join us for our first transition workshop of the year. Making It in the Real World supports adults with disabilities as they build confidence, independence, and practical skills for everyday life. Date: January 24Time: - [Associate Board Winter Event](https://elvalor.org/event/associate-board-winter-event/) - El Valor’s Associate Board Winter Event is happening on Thursday, December 4 from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. at Simone’s Bar. Bring a new, unwrapped toy for ages 0 to 5 and help make the holidays brighter for El Valor’s children. Tickets are $40. - [Golf Outing 2025](https://elvalor.org/event/golf-outing-2025/) - Join us for El Valor’s Annual Golf Outing on September 17, 2026, at Silver Lake Country Club, 14700 S. 82nd Ave, Orland Park, IL. Tee time is 9:00 AM. For sponsorship or event details, contact Emma at emma.debiasio@elvalor.net or 312.492.5936. - [Baby Shower 2025](https://elvalor.org/event/baby-shower-2025-2/) - Join us for El Valor’s Community Baby Shower, where pregnant women and new mothers can receive essential resources, free baby items, and raffle prizes! - [Baby Shower 2025](https://elvalor.org/event/baby-shower-2025/2025-03-21/) - Join us for El Valor’s Community Baby Shower, where pregnant women and new mothers can receive essential resources, free baby items, and raffle prizes! - [El Valor's 32nd Annual Don Quixote Gala : Noche de Monarca](https://elvalor.org/event/el-valors-32nd-annual-don-quixote-gala-noche-de-monarca/) - Join us for El Valor’s 32nd Annual Don Quixote Gala: Noche de Monarca on June 27, a night of celebration, impact, and community at CineCity Studios! - [Job Fair 2025](https://elvalor.org/event/jobfair25/) - Join us for El Valor’s Job Fair on March 15 to explore career opportunities, meet hiring managers, and interview on the spot! - [Tequila Tasting 2025](https://elvalor.org/event/tt25/) - Join us for El Valor's Annual Tequila Tasting! Enjoy an evening of tequila, appetizers, music, and a vibrant mini mercadito showcasing local artists. Don't miss this unique night of fun, flavor, and community. ## Series - [Baby Shower 2025](https://elvalor.org/series/baby-shower-2025/) ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://elvalor.org/category/uncategorized/) - [Early Childhood Education](https://elvalor.org/category/early-childhood-education/) - [Adult Services](https://elvalor.org/category/adult-services/) - [Parental and Community Engagement](https://elvalor.org/category/parental-and-community-engagement/) - [Employment Opportunities](https://elvalor.org/category/employment-opportunities/) - [Past Events](https://elvalor.org/category/past-events/) - [In the News](https://elvalor.org/category/in-the-news/) - [Leadership](https://elvalor.org/category/leadership/) ## Carousels - [Strategic Partners](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos-carousel/strategic-partners/) - [50th Presenting Chair](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos-carousel/50thchair/) - [50th CoChair](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos-carousel/50thcochair/) - [50th Monarch](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos-carousel/50thmonarch/) - [50th Valor](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos-carousel/50th-valor/) - [50th Leaders in Education](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos-carousel/50th-leaders-in-education/) - [Tequila Tasting Sponsors](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos-carousel/tt24/) - [Tequila Tasting Silver](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos-carousel/ttsilver/) - [DQ24 CoChair](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos-carousel/dq24cochair/) - [DQ24 Valor](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos-carousel/dq24valor/) - [DQ24 Monarch](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos-carousel/dq24monarch/) - [AB Winter Event](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos-carousel/ab-winter-event/) - [Tequila Tasting25](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos-carousel/tequila-tasting25/) - [DQ25 Pollinators](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos-carousel/dq25-pollinators/) - [DQ25 CoChairs](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos-carousel/dq25-cochairs/) - [DQ25 Monarch](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos-carousel/dq25-monarch/) - [Media Sponsor 2025](https://elvalor.org/kwlogos-carousel/media-sponsor-2025/) ## Product categories - [Uncategorized](https://elvalor.org/product-category/uncategorized/) - [Catrinas](https://elvalor.org/product-category/catrinas/) - [Tickets](https://elvalor.org/product-category/uncategorized/tickets/) ## Event Categories - [Upcoming Events](https://elvalor.org/events/category/upcoming-events/)