Founded in 1897, The Allendale Association is a nonprofit child welfare agency dedicated to excellence and innovation in care, education, treatment and advocacy for troubled youth and their families.

Since 1897, The Allendale Association has been serving the children and families of Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Over the years, Allendale has evolved into a residential, educational and counseling organization for boys and girls ages 8-18 suffering emotional and behavioral disorders brought by abuse, neglect physiological trauma or mental illness. The children that Allendale works with are in sincere need of help. Allendale gives hope by providing safety, comfort, education and therapy. You can instill hope by providing guidance and love.