Aspire Art 

Aspire Art makes it possible for people with disabilities to become professional artists. Providing its artists the opportunity to build a career in the arts by selling their artwork to corporations and private collectors. Artists are compensated fairly for their work, thus creating meaningful employment. Aspire Art is also a platform for disability awareness and inclusion in communities. Artists work in small groups or paint individually, experimenting with techniques, colors, images, and textures. Resulting in unique, one-of-a-kind art sold through our gallery, or commissions. 

When someone inquires about an Aspire Art painting for a home or business, then learns it was painted by someone with a disability that piece of art has the opportunity to do what are does best - trigger emotions and broaden perspectives. 

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Aspire

Aspire has pushed the boundaries of what is possible for people with disabilities. Today, we continue to promote models of inclusion ahead of society's expectations. Through groundbreaking partnerships with industry leaders, we are launching innovative initiatives and programs that are redefining what's possible for people with disabilities, their families, and the community.

Aspire Living offers groundbreaking community and independent living opportunities and skill building for adults with disabilities, helping to achieve independence.

Aspire Careers offers best-in-class job training and job placement in the community for adults with disabilities and works with businesses to create inclusive workplaces.

Aspire CoffeeWorks is a social enterprise and dynamic partnership between Aspire, Metropolis Coffee Company and Canteen Vending. Adults with disabilities on the Aspire CoffeeWorks team work side-by-side with Metropolis employees to roast and ship coffee to consumers and nearly 100 office buildings across the country. 100% of Aspire CoffeeWorks net proceeds benefit Aspire.

Learn more at aspirechicago.com