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Welcome to the the latest news and success stories from Ray Graham Association. We support nearly 2,000 people and employ around 300—that's a lot of good news that we're proud to share!
A Night of Golden Glamour and Heart-Warming Moments
The Butterfly Ball, Ray Graham Association’s (RGA) hallmark fundraiser, returns for its 50th anniversary at the Embassy Suites, Naperville. The Golden Anniversary Butterfly Ball promises an unforgettable evening filled with dazzling entertainment, shimmering drinks, and opulent decor—all bathed in the warm glow of gold. More…
Empowering People with Disabilities to Achieve Their Goals
The Monarch Walk, a community event dedicated to supporting people with disabilities, is set to take place on Sunday, September 22. This initiative by Ray Graham Association (RGA) encourages community members to get active while making a positive impact. More…
RGA Joins Elite International Group with Prestigious Accreditation with Distinction
In a remarkable achievement that places them among the top 2% of organizations accredited by CQL | The Council of Quality and Leadership (CQL), Ray Graham Association (RGA) has been awarded the esteemed “Person-Centered Excellence Accreditation, with Distinction.” This designation acknowledges that Ray Graham Association is among an elite group of organizations in the disability services sector. Person-Centered Excellence Accreditation, With Distinction, includes stringent eligibility requirements, rigorous standards, and heightened expectations that only eight other provider agencies have been able to meet. More…
RGA Awards State Rep. Terra Costa Howard with the Monarch Affect Award
“From the outset of her term, Representative Costa-Howard displayed a deep-rooted commitment to her constituents with physical and developmental disabilities,” says President & CEO Kim Zoeller. “Her proactive visit to an RGA home, connecting firsthand with the people who live and work there, was greatly appreciated within our community.” More…
RGA Receives $25,000 Grant from New York Life
Ray Graham Association has received a $25,000 Community Impact Grant from New York Life. The funding will support home improvements needed for one of the organization’s single-family homes located in Downers Grove. The ladies who live on Briargate Drive have certainly lived in and loved their home. Yet, this constant activity had taken its toll, particularly on the patio, a cherished space for gathering and relaxing. More…
RGA Welcomes Illinois State Treasurer for Dialogue on Financial Independence
Ray Graham Association is proud to welcome Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs for a visit to discuss IL ABLE (Illinois Achieving a Better Life Experience) and their benefits for and with people with disabilities. The meeting provided an opportunity for the Treasurer to learn more about the work at Ray Graham Association and hear from IL ABLE account owners and IL ABLE-eligible constituents. More…
DuPage Community Transformational Grant
Ray Graham Association received a $86,940 Transformational grant from the DuPage Community Transformation Partnership (DCTP) Fund to support Emerge, a new behavioral health clinic for people with intellectual disabilities. More…
Mobility Management
Ray Graham Association, 901 Warrenville Rd. Suite 500, Lisle, IL 60532, will receive sealed proposals for a Mobility Management Consultant: Transportation Collaborative for individuals with development disabilities, seniors, and low income individuals to be let as a single contract. More…
Ray Graham Association Receives $25,000 Grant from DuPage Foundation
Ray Graham Association received a $25,000 grant from DuPage Foundation to support Behavioral Health Clinic start-up costs. As part of its Community Needs Grant Program, DuPage Foundation granted $678,380 to 37 not-for-profit organizations providing essential health and human services to residents across DuPage County. More…
New Fencing and Paddock Reconfiguration Underway at Hanson Center
Work has begun on Ray Graham Association’s $400,000+ capital improvements of the Hanson Center campus. More…