10
things
to know about nssra
to know about nssra
1. we were the first!
NSSRA was formed in 1970 as the
first special recreation association
(SRA) in Illinois, and will celebrate 50
years of service in 2020!
5. our funding
2. we have 13 partner comes from three
sources
agencies...
NSSRA is an extension of the park
districts of Deerfield, Glencoe,
Glenview, Highland Park,
Kenilworth, Lake Bluff, Northbrook,
Northfield, Wilmette and Winnetka,
the Cities of Highwood and Lake
Forest, and the Village of
Riverwoods. Partner agency contributions,
program fees and outside support
from NSSRA Foundation. To learn
more about how this works, visit our
website at www.nssra.org/funding.
district, city or village (usually the
executive director) sits on NSSRA’s
governing board. For more
information about our Board of
Directors, visit www.nssra.org. used to provide scholarships for
participants, purchase accessible
vehicles and to help sponsor agency
special events.
8. We employ about
500 part-time staff
every year
6. NSSRA Foundation If you’re looking for a job, we’re
for you! If you want to get
has been supporting looking
paid to play, head to
www.nssra.org/jobs and apply.
3. ...and 13 directors NSSRA for over 20
serve on our board years!
9. nssra is not nssed
Funds raised by the Foundation are
A representative from each park
4. We offer
programs year
round
With nearly 500 recreation
programs and events throughout
the year, we specialize in
introducing participants to new
experiences, providing
opportunities for skill development
and leisure time, and creating space
for friendships to thrive.
www.nssra.org
7. nssra staff are
pros
NSSRA’s full-time recreation staff
have college degrees in
Therapeutic Recreation or related
fields, as well as special
certifications and professional
accreditations.
We partner with NSSED (Northern
Suburban Special Education District)
throughout the year, but we are
separate organizations.
10. NSSRA gives
everyone a place
to belong
We serve individuals of all ages and
abilities. Join us!
want more?
visit us at
www.nssra.org.
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