Since 1968, Aspira Inc. of Illinois (“ASPIRA”) has been serving the Puerto Rican and Latino youth and community. During these years, ASPIRA has helped thousands of students enter college. Most of them succeed in their educational endeavors. They have become prosperous and productive citizens and travel through all avenues of professional life ... more>>

FRIDAY APRIL 3, 2009

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ASPIRA has changed the date of the gala from October 10, 2008 to April 3, 2009, to give more of our supporters an opportunity to sponsor and attend this wonderful event.  The time and place will remain the same. We look forward to seeing you at 6:00 PM at Navy Pier Grand Ballroom. Please call our office at 773-252-0970 ext 132 to purchase tickets and to get more information.

Jose Rodriguez
President & CEO

Mirta Ramirez, Founder of Aspira of Illinois, Received the 2006 North

Eastern Illinois University (NEIU) Distinguished Alumna Award at the May Commencement.

Mirta Ramirez (B.A.'72 University Without Walls) is a woman who personifies the phrase "Actions speak louder than words." At 78, she is credited with a lifetime of social action in Chicago's Spanish-speaking community. Her efforts have been so far-reaching that ... more>>

For all Freedom of Information Act inquiries please contact ASPIRA F.O.I.A. Officer Christian Rivera-Perez at 773-252-0970 x141 or by email:  crivera@aspirail.org.

FOIA LETTER