South Suburban Special Recreation Association (SSSRA)

06/16/2026

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Kristy G., Angelina F., The Station Pizzeria, and all family members and friends who supported the Autism Awareness Motorcycle Ride on April 25, 2026.

In addition to raising awareness and promoting inclusion, $2,300 was raised for SSSRA.

These funds will be dedicated to supporting SSSRA participants who reside in group homes, helping to enhance recreational opportunities and improve their quality of life.

Thank you to everyone who participated, donated and helped make this event a success. Your generosity makes a meaningful difference in the lives of the individuals we serve.

06/12/2026

Due to power issues, our office is closed on Friday, June 12. Normal business hours will resume on Monday, June 15. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Please email [email protected] if you have any questions.

06/05/2026

Get your tickets to the Windy City ThunderBolts game on Saturday, June 27! A portion of the ticket sales will go to SSSRA 🙂

Password: SSSRA

https://wc1.glitnirticketing.com/wcticket/web/logingroup1.php

SSSRA participants and children must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or group home staff. This is not an SSSRA event.

06/04/2026

SSSRA is excited to introduce our summer intern, Rachel Bukas! Her internship includes assisting with programs, inclusion and day camp.

Rachel is looking forward to special events that bring people together, meeting participants, building connections and gaining new experiences.

Rachel is finishing her degree in Therapeutic Recreation at University of St. Francis. She plans to pursue a career in Recreation and Sports Management and continue working with individuals of all abilities. One of her goals is to help create inclusive opportunities that allow individuals to build confidence, develop social connections and participate in activities that enhance their quality of life.

Welcome, Rachel!

05/26/2026

SSSRA will be closed on Thursday, May 28 to support one of our team members and their family during a difficult time of loss. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We will resume normal business hours on Friday, May 29.

Our Board of Directors meeting and Stingrays Powerlifting program will take place as scheduled. Please email [email protected] if you have any questions. Thank you.

05/20/2026

Thank you to everyone who stopped by Dunkin' to support Special Olympics Illinois at this year's Cop on a Rooftop!

05/15/2026

Our Double Good popcorn store is now open! Shop now through May 18 at 5:00 pm to help us reach our $1,000 goal. Visit the link below to purchase your popcorn.

https://popup.doublegood.com/s/n0ifo384

Your popcorn purchase will support our Scholarship Program.

Click here to buy our delicious popcorn and 50% of your purchase benefits this fundraiser.

05/13/2026

Support Special Olympics Illinois- Region E by attending Cop on a Rooftop at one of the Dunkin' locations below.

Friday, May 15
5:00 am to 12:00 pm

4021 W 183rd Street, Country Club Hills
3608 Vollmer Road, Flossmoor
17499 Dixie Highway, East Hazel Crest
17579 Halsted Street, Homewood
4632 Lincoln Highway, Matteson
3937 Sauk Trail, Richton Park
15900 Cicero Avenue, Oak Forest
4152 W 167th Street, Oak Forest
7086 W. 183rd Street, Tinley Park
7941 West 171st Street, Tinley Park
9500 179th Street, Tinley Park
431 W 14th Street, Chicago Heights

Thank you to our member district police departments!
Country Club Hills Police Department
Hazel Crest Police Department
Flossmoor Police Department
Village of Homewood Police Department
Matteson Police Department
Oak Forest Police Department
Park Forest Police Department
Richton Park Police Department
Tinley Park Police Department