President
CurrentOUR MISSION | A COMMUNITY OF WARRIORSOpportunity Knocks is a 501c.3 non-profit organization. Opportunity Knocks is dedicated to enriching life and community. We exist to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities as they live, work, learn, grow and connect within their community. We believe in a dynamic, person-centered and community-based approach to programming that engages the voice of all Warriors, thrives on interdependent connections, encourages exploration, centers on holistic wellness and fostering healthy relationships.WHO WE SERVEPerseverance and strength through challenge has led us to nickname our participants Warriors. We are dedicated to providing supports and resources for teens and young adults. WHERE WE SERVEWe are currently serving the communities in the near west suburbs of Chicago. As we grow as an organization, we will continue to grow our reach to different communities.WHY WE SERVEOpportunities for young people with I/DD are terribly limited. The state of Illinois ranks 49th in the nation in supporting community-based programs. More than 12,000 are currently awaiting state services.