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Welcome to Little Friends, Inc.

Little Friends, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization serving children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. Based in Naperville, Illinois, Little Friends, Inc. operates 13 programs including three alternative schools, family support and consultation services, vocational training programs, community-based residential services and the Little Friends Center for Autism.

Little Friends was founded in 1965 and now serves more than 800 people each year from throughout DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Will and western Cook counties in Illinois.


   


  

Our Mission

It is the mission of Little Friends, Inc. to empower children and adults with special challenges to live, learn, work and participate in the community.

Donate Today 

Your gift will help to ensure that all members of the Little Friends family will get the support they need to excel and continue to reach their fullest potential. 

Learn More About Little Friends, Inc.

To learn more about the programs and services of Little Friends, Inc., please watch the video below.



 Upcoming Events
February 9 - Tuesday
2:30 pm Understanding ASD & Trtmnt Strtgs (2 of 2)
February 11 - Thursday
2:30 pm Communicative Functions of Behavior

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News
34th Annual Bids for Kids Benefit Auction Set for March 6
Plan to join us for the 34th Annual Bids for Kids Benefit Auction on Saturday, March 6, at the Hilton Lisle-Naperville. This year’s auction theme will celebrate the glitz and glamour of Tinseltown. To purchase tickets online, please click here.

Proceeds from Naperpalooza 3 to Benefit Little Friends
Make your plans to attend Naperville’s biggest indoor Beach Party, also known as Naperpalooza 3, on Saturday, February 20. This year’s Naperitaville bash will include complimentary drinks and gourmet food from Naperville’s finest chefs and feature music from Heartache Tonight. Tickets are on sale now, so buy yours today by visiting www.naperpalooza.com.

Volunteers Needed for Bids for Kids Auction
Little Friends is seeking volunteers to assist with this year’s Bids for Kids Benefit Auction on Saturday, March 6, at the Hilton Lisle-Naperville. Volunteers are needed to assist in a variety of roles throughout the day, including set-up, security, raffle tickets sales, among others. To volunteer, please contact Special Events and Volunteer Manager Cally Edwards at (630) 281-1882 or via e-mail at credwards@lilfriends.com.

Family Council to Host Bowling Extravaganza
Join the Little Friends Family Council at Fox Bowl in Wheaton for an afternoon of bowling on Sunday, February 21. Open to all clients and their families, this year’s Family Council Bowling Extravaganza promises to be an afternoon of fun for the entire family.

Join Little Friends on Facebook
Little Friends, Inc. is now posting updates about agency programs, services and fundraising events on Facebook. Log on today and become a fan of Little Friends, Inc.

Second Annual Step Up for Autism Walk Slated for June 27
Lace up your walking shoes and join Little Friends, Inc. for the second annual Step Up for Autism walk on Sunday, June 27, in downtown Naperville. Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. and the walk and fun run will step off at 10 a.m. Team and individual registrations for the 2010 Step Up for Autism walk are now being accepted online at www.stepupforautism2010.kintera.org.

Sponsorship Opportunities Available for the 34th Annual Bids for Kids Auction

Little Friends, Inc. will host its 34th Annual Bids for Kids Benefit Auction on Saturday, March 6, at the Hilton Lisle-Naperville, 3003 Corporate West Drive. A number of sponsorship opportunities for this exciting fundraising event are available.


Exciting New Walk Merchandise Now Available
Little Friends is excited to offer a new line of logoed Step Up for Autism walk merchandise. Online orders must be placed by midnight on Friday, February 12. One large merchandise order will be placed on Monday, February 15.

Bids for Kids Planning Committee Seeks Gift Basket Donations
You can help to ensure that this year's Bids for Kids Auction is a huge success by donating a gift basket of themed items that can be included in the evening’s Gift Basket Raffle or Silent Auction. For details, contact Cally Edwards via e-mail at credwards@lilfriends.com.

Bids for Kids Cash Raffle Tickets on Sale Now
Cash raffle tickets for the 34th Annual Bids for Kids Benefit Auction are on sale now. Raffle tickets can be purchased online or by contacting Little Friends, Inc. at (630) 355-6533. Click here for details!

Step Up for Autism Pendants Now Available at Baubles by Maclyn

Little Friends, Inc. is teaming up with Baubles by Maclyn to offer a stunning Step Up for Autism pendant. This custom designed sterling silver pendant is available with a blue hand enameled inlay or a brushed finish. A portion of all proceeds will benefit Little Friends. Order yours today- www.baublesbymaclyn.com.