
A Message of Transition & Gratitude
Celebrating the Legacy of Hamilton Wings
Hamilton Wings was built on a simple yet profound belief: that when young people are given the space, mentorship, and creative tools to express themselves, they soar. Guided from the very beginning by the leadership, vision, and heart of our founder, the late Dr. Risé Dawn Jones, our programs empowered countless children and youth to find confidence, belonging, and joy through the arts. Transitioning our organization and saying goodbye brings deep sadness, yet our gratitude for this community is boundless. The legacy of Hamilton Wings is not simply in the years behind us, but in the enduring spirit of creativity, resilience, and connection that will continue to ripple outward through every life touched.
Donna Anderson, Board President
224-402-0809
Jeff Meyer, Board Treasurer
815-355-3843
“I've learned that I can be whoever I want, no matter what anyone says and to be yourself”
-Former Hamilton Wings Student
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