Transforming Lives ● Strengthening Community
Mission
The volunteers of Assistance League Chicagoland West work to transform lives and strengthen community through programs that support education and self-reliance while fostering a sense of connection and belonging.
Vision
Our vision is to meet essential needs in our community so that families can flourish.
values
Commitment: We are committed to providing compassionate and caring services to families and individuals in our local communities in DuPage and western Cook counties.
Leadership: We believe that the full measure of our leaders and members is their professionalism, sensitivity and responsiveness to the needs of the community.
Ethics: We are committed to integrity and authenticity in communication and action.
Accountability: The volunteer members of Assistance League are committed to prudent asset management, transparency, meaningful program assessment and regular evaluation of organizational performance.
Respect: We believe that we can best demonstrate our respect for others by providing fair and equitable treatment for our volunteers, the recipients of our services, our partner agencies, and our donors.
Strategic Goals
Provide resources that help students of any age to succeed in their education.
Build a stronger community by providing programs for individuals and families that foster self-reliance and independence, while showing struggling families that someone cares.
Engage the community in the work of Assistance League so that more students and families can be served.
Seek and maintain a diverse, informed, and committed membership, enthusiastic about our mission and willing to provide the leadership and manpower to accomplish our goals.