Parents and Agencies Aligning for Stronger Support Systems

07/19/2026

❤️ Help Us Keep This Work Moving Forward

PAASSS is powered almost entirely by volunteers and the generosity of our community. While grants help us launch new initiatives, they don't always provide the stable funding needed to sustain and grow this work.

If you believe every family deserves access to resources, opportunities, and a strong support network, please consider making a donation. Whether it's $5, $25, or $100, every gift helps us continue connecting families, strengthening partnerships, and investing in children across our region.

If making a financial gift isn't possible right now, you can still make a tremendous difference by:
✨ Sharing this post
✨ Inviting friends and family to follow our page
✨ Attending our community events
✨ Helping spread the word about the resources available through PAASSS

Together, we're building stronger families, stronger communities, and brighter futures - one connection at a time.

❤️ Thank you for believing in this work.

Ready to support our mission? Visit our website to read our Strategic Plan, explore our Annual Reports, and make a secure donation of any amount. https://paasss.org/donate/ Every dollar stays right here, supporting children and families in Grundy and Kendall Counties.

Your generous contribution helps us continue our mission of providing awareness and equitable access to services supporting success for children and families in the Plano area.

07/15/2026

📣 ICYMI... PAASSS was recently featured by WSPY News! https://www.wspynews.com/news/local/paasss-connects-families-with-local-support-services/article_f0fc54ed-2fc4-467b-8320-43f3401af45a.html

If you've ever wondered how PAASSS helps connect children, families, and communities across Grundy and Kendall Counties, this article is a great place to start. It shares how we're working alongside families and community partners to make it easier to find the support and resources they need.

Want to see even more of what we've been up to?

📖 Check out our 2025–2026 Annual Report on our website! You'll find highlights from the past year, stories of collaboration, community impact, and the many ways our partners are working together to build stronger support systems for families.

https://paasss.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/PAASSS-2025-2026-Annual-Report.pdf

We invite you to explore this year's report and while you're there, take a look at our previous annual reports to see how this collaborative continues to grow. You might even see some familiar faces!

💬 We'd love to hear from you!
Which story, accomplishment, or initiative inspired you the most? Share it in the comments—we'd love to know what stood out to you!

❤️ If you believe every family deserves access to the support they need, please share this post to help more people discover PAASSS and the resources available in our community.

The recently renamed Parents and Agencies Aligning for Stronger Support Systems, or PAASSS, offers a way for parents and guardians of young children to reach a variety of community supports.

07/13/2026

🌟 A New Chapter for PAASSS Begins

Over the past several years, PAASSS has grown from a local initiative into a regional collaboration serving families across Grundy and Kendall Counties. Along the way, we've listened, learned, and dreamed alongside families, community partners, educators, and local leaders.

https://www.wspynews.com/news/local/plano-area-family-support-group-updates-name/article_889dcd50-4b9e-4832-a211-4a604334d5cd.html

Today, we're excited to share our 2026–2029 Strategic Plan: our roadmap for the next three years.

Built around three guiding priorities
📚 Educate
🤝 Collaborate
💙 Empower

our plan reflects a simple belief: when families have access to information, meaningful connections, and strong community support, children thrive.

If you'd like to learn more about where we're headed—and the impact we've made together, we invite you to explore our Strategic Plan
https://paasss.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/PAASSS-Strategic-Plan-2026-2029.pdf

💬 We'd love to hear from you: Which of our three priorities, Educate, Collaborate, or Empower, speaks to you the most? Tell us why in the comments!

The organization formerly known as Plano Area Alliance Supporting Student Success, or PAASSS, is changing its name to reflect a wider service area.

07/11/2026

📣 New Resources Available on Our Website!

Looking for local support for your family or someone you know? We've just added two FREE downloadable resource guides to our website!

📖 Birth to Five IL Region 24 Resource Guide – Find local resources for child care, food assistance, housing, parenting support, health services, and much more.

💙 Mental & Behavioral Health Resource Guide – Connect with over 20 mental and behavioral health providers serving Grundy and Kendall Counties.

These guides were created by the Birth to Five IL Region 24 Regional Action Council and Family Council in response to needs identified by local families through our regional needs assessment.

Visit our website to download your free copies and save them for whenever you need them! https://paasss.org/parents-caregivers/community-resources/

💬 After you take a look, tell us in the comments: What resource did you discover that you didn't know existed? Your comment might help another family find the support they need!

💬 Help us spread the word by sharing this post so more families can find the support they need.

Community resources to support Families' success

07/10/2026

Do you have a parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle, or neighbor who speaks Spanish and would enjoy making new friends?

Our community partners are inviting Hispanic seniors to join a welcoming group where they can:
💛 Meet others who speak Spanish
🤝 Build new friendships
🎉 Enjoy activities together
🚐 Access transportation if needed through Kendall Area Transit

Whether you're looking to connect with others or know someone who could benefit from this opportunity, we'd love for you to help spread the word!

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer for more information or contact:

📞 Malita Gardner: 630-721-7716
📞 Dinorah Orozco: 708-606-0118
📞 Patricia Penfold: 630-553-8028

Together, we can help ensure every older adult feels connected, valued, and part of a caring community. ❤️ Please share this post with your family, friends, and neighbors!

07/09/2026

Don't forget to join us tomorrow night at 6:30 for movement, breathing, and relaxation! Bring the kiddos too! FREE family event planned for YOU! Reach out to Betsy Vega with questions.

07/03/2026

Hope to see you next Friday for Family Yoga on July 10th (mats are provided). Let's move, breathe, and connect together!