Active Inclusion.

Our Mission

Gateway to Learning’s mission is to provide lifelong learning for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities that promotes active inclusion at home, at work, and in the community.

Our Vision

To co-create a wider community of inclusion in the City of Chicago, where “nothing about us, without us” is evident in our services and our values.

Our Values

  • Community of Belonging

  • Spirited Ingenuity

  • Unwavering Respect

  • Meaningful Engagement

  • Person-Driven Growth

50th Anniversary Celebration

Celebrate at Rockability with us! As we approach our 50th Anniversary in 2024, Gateway to Learning is proud to share that its 2023 inaugural accreditation by The Council of Quality and Leadership (CQL) and that the organization continues actively moving toward more person-driven services. Learn more about the legacy of innovative leadership at Gateway to Learning here.

We invite you to celebrate the past, present and future of Gateway to Learning by volunteering or donating! Reach out if you would like to learn more about how to align your legacy with Gateway to Learning here.

 

Meet Brian (c) 2018

“He stands taller.
He smiles more.
It gives him a sense of worth."

December 2016

Gateway to Learning family member about the growth of her brother.  / Read Full Article

 

Meet Bennie (c) 2019