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AS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIAS ONLY DEDICATED PEDIATRIC HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE PROGRAM, TRINITYKIDS CARE PROVIDES SPECIALIZED, COMPASSIONATE SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN AT THE END OF LIFE. CLINICIANS ARE ON-CALL 24/7 AND WORK WITH REGISTERED NURSES, SOCIAL WORKERS, HOME HEALTH AIDES, CHAPLAINS AND VOLUNTEERS TO DELIVER HOLISTIC CARE TAILORED TO EACH CHILD AND FAMILY. FAMILY FINANCIAL ASSESSMENTS ARE CONDUCTED TO HELP ENSURE FUNDAMENTAL NEEDS ARE BEING MET, PARTICULARLY WITH FAMILIES LIVING AT OR BELOW THE FEDERAL POVERTY LEVEL. SUPPORT INCLUDES ASSISTANCE WITH MEDICAL SUPPLIES, MEDICATIONS, UTILITIES, TRANSPORTATION, FOOD, AND OTHER ESSENTIAL SERVICES, HELPING FAMILIES FOCUS ON WHAT MATTERS MOST: TIME TOGETHER.

THE U.S. COMMITTEE FOR REFUGEES AND IMMIGRANTS SUPPORTS REFUGEES AND IMMIGRANTS WITH DISABILITIES THROUGH ITS CENTER FOR REFUGEE AND IMMIGRANT HEALTH. THIS CRITICAL FUNDING PROVIDES TRAINING, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE, CARE COORDINATION, AND TRANSPORTATION RESOURCES THAT IMPROVE ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE AND COMMUNITY SERVICES. THE PROGRAM HELPS INDIVIDUALS OVERCOME BARRIERS RELATED TO LANGUAGE, DISABILITY, AND RESETTLEMENT. PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE SUPPORT THAT PROMOTES INDEPENDENCE, MOBILITY, AND SUCCESSFUL INTEGRATION INTO THEIR COMMUNITIES. SERVICES STRENGTHEN HEALTH OUTCOMES AND QUALITY OF LIFE FOR REFUGEE FAMILIES WITH DISABILITIES.

FOR NEARLY 30 YEARS, SIGHT SAVERS AMERICA HAS BEEN ON A STEADFAST MISSION TO IMPROVE ACCESS TO VISION-ENHANCING TECHNOLOGY FOR CHILDREN WHO ARE BLIND OR VISUALLY IMPAIRED. FUNDS WILL SUPPORT ASSESSMENTS, TRAINING, AND THE DISTRIBUTION OF SPECIALIZED ASSISTIVE DEVICES THAT HELP CHILDREN NAVIGATE THEIR ENVIRONMENTS MORE INDEPENDENTLY. SERVICES ARE TAILORED TO EACH CHILDS UNIQUE VISUAL NEEDS AND SUPPORT ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT, MOBILITY, AND DAILY LIVING SKILLS. THE PROGRAM REDUCES BARRIERS FACED BY LOW-INCOME FAMILIES WHO OFTEN CANNOT AFFORD ADVANCED ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT. PARTICIPANTS GAIN GREATER CONFIDENCE, INDEPENDENCE, AND ACCESS TO EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES.

CRIT PROVIDES COMPREHENSIVE REHABILITATION SERVICES FOR CHILDREN WITH NEUROLOGICAL, MUSCULOSKELETAL, AND GENETIC DISABILITIES REGARDLESS OF A FAMILYS ABILITY TO PAY. FUNDING SUPPORTS UNDERFUNDED AND UNFUNDED THERAPEUTIC SERVICES INCLUDING PHYSICAL THERAPY, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY, ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY, AND MEDICAL REHABILITATION. THE ORGANIZATION USES A MULTIDISCIPLINARY MODEL THAT ADDRESSES PHYSICAL, EMOTIONAL, SOCIAL, AND FAMILY NEEDS. SERVICES IMPROVE FUNCTIONAL MOBILITY, INDEPENDENCE, AND QUALITY OF LIFE. THE PROGRAM EXPANDS ACCESS TO CARE FOR FAMILIES FACING FINANCIAL BARRIERS.

THE LOS ANGELES URBAN LEAGUE IMPROVES ACCESS TO TRANSPORTATION FOR OLDER ADULTS AND INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES THROUGH ITS LA NAVIGATE TOGETHER PROGRAM. FUNDING SUPPORTS FREE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES THAT CONNECT PARTICIPANTS TO MEDICAL CARE, EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES. THE INITIATIVE FOCUSES ON UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES WHERE RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION IS OFTEN A SIGNIFICANT BARRIER. PARTICIPANTS GAIN GREATER ACCESS TO ESSENTIAL SERVICES AND SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES. THE PROGRAM PROMOTES INDEPENDENCE, MOBILITY, AND ECONOMIC PARTICIPATION.

CATALYST SPORTS EXPANDS ACCESS TO ADAPTIVE OUTDOOR RECREATION FOR CHILDREN, ADULTS, AND VETERANS WITH PHYSICAL DISABILITIES. FUNDING SUPPORTS ADAPTIVE CYCLING AND MOUNTAIN BIKING PROGRAMS ACROSS THE SOUTHEAST, HELPING PARTICIPANTS EXPERIENCE GREATER INDEPENDENCE, FITNESS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT. THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES SPECIALIZED BIKES, TRAINED VOLUNTEERS, AND ACCESSIBLE PROGRAMMING THAT REMOVES FINANCIAL AND LOGISTICAL BARRIERS. PARTICIPANTS GAIN CONFIDENCE WHILE ENJOYING OUTDOOR ADVENTURE OPPORTUNITIES OFTEN UNAVAILABLE TO THEM. THE PROGRAM PROMOTES PHYSICAL ACTIVITY, INCLUSION, AND MOBILITY.

RILEY CHILDRENS FOUNDATION IMPROVES INDEPENDENCE AND MOBILITY FOR CHILDREN WHO USE WHEELCHAIRS THROUGH ITS SKILLS ON WHEELS PROGRAM. THE PROGRAM SUPPORTS INTENSIVE WHEELCHAIR SKILLS TRAINING FOR CHILDREN AND CAREGIVERS, HELPING PARTICIPANTS SAFELY NAVIGATE HOME, SCHOOL, AND COMMUNITY ENVIRONMENTS, WHILE TEACHING PRACTICAL TECHNIQUES THAT INCREASE CONFIDENCE, REDUCE DEPENDENCE ON CAREGIVERS, AND IMPROVE PARTICIPATION IN DAILY ACTIVITIES. FAMILIES RECEIVE EDUCATION AND SUPPORT THAT REINFORCES MOBILITY GOALS OUTSIDE THE CLINIC SETTING. THE INITIATIVE EMPOWERS CHILDREN TO ACHIEVE GREATER INDEPENDENCE AND SELF-DETERMINATION.

RECOGNIZING THAT PLAY IS FUNDAMENTAL TO HEALTHY CHILD DEVELOPMENT, GEORGE MARK CHILDRENS HOUSE (GMCH) WILL UTILIZE ITS FUNDING TO CREATE A STATE-OF-THE-ART ADAPTIVE PLAYGROUND, COMPLETE WITH AN ACCESSIBLE GARDEN AND PICNIC AREA. DESIGNED WITH ACCESSIBILITY, INCLUSION, AND ENGAGEMENT AT ITS CORE, THE SPACE WILL WELCOME CHILDREN OF ALL ABILITIES, ACCOMMODATING A WIDE RANGE OF MOBILITY LEVELS, PHYSICAL SIZES, VISUAL AND HEARING IMPAIRMENTS, AND OTHER DEVELOPMENTAL AND MEDICAL NEEDS. THE PLAYGROUND WILL FEATURE SPECIALIZED ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT, INTERACTIVE LIGHT AND SOUND ELEMENTS, A MULTI-LEVEL HANDS-ON GARDEN, AND A SPACIOUS ACCESSIBLE PICNIC AREA, ENCOURAGING MOVEMENT, EXPLORATION, FAMILY PARTICIPATION AND PEER INTERACTION ALL FOSTERING GREATER INDEPENDENCE, INCLUSION, AND CONNECTION.

FLYING HORSE FARMS PROVIDES FREE, MEDICALLY SUPPORTED CAMP EXPERIENCES FOR CHILDREN WITH SERIOUS ILLNESSES AND COMPLEX MEDICAL CONDITIONS. ADAPTIVE CAMP PROGRAMMING ALLOWS CHILDREN TO SAFELY PARTICIPATE IN OUTDOOR RECREATION, LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, AND THERAPEUTIC ACTIVITIES REGARDLESS OF HEALTH CHALLENGES. THE ORGANIZATION COMBINES MEDICAL CARE, PSYCHOSOCIAL SUPPORT, AND ACCESSIBLE RECREATION TO CREATE TRANSFORMATIVE EXPERIENCES FOR CAMPERS AND FAMILIES. PROGRAMS FOSTER RESILIENCE, CONFIDENCE, FRIENDSHIP, AND A SENSE OF BELONGING. CAMP EXPERIENCES HELP PARTICIPANTS FOCUS ON POSSIBILITY RATHER THAN ILLNESS.

THROUGH THE ADOLESCENT AND YOUNG ADULT (AYA) CANCER PROGRAM, CITY OF HOPE PROVIDES COMPREHENSIVE SUPPORT TO YOUNG PEOPLE NAVIGATING CANCER TREATMENT AND SURVIVORSHIP. AS A NEW COMPONENT OF AYA, THE STEPP INITIATIVE HELPS PATIENTS TRANSITION BACK TO SCHOOL, WORK, AND DAILY LIFE FOLLOWING TREATMENT. PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES, VOCATIONAL COUNSELING, AND INDIVIDUALIZED SUPPORT TO REBUILD CONFIDENCE AND INDEPENDENCE. THE PROGRAM ADDRESSES EDUCATIONAL, PROFESSIONAL, AND PSYCHOSOCIAL CHALLENGES UNIQUE TO THIS AGE GROUP. SERVICES HELP YOUNG SURVIVORS PURSUE LONG-TERM PERSONAL AND CAREER GOALS.

FOR OVER 20 YEARS, MITCHELLS PLACE HAS SUPPORTED CHILDREN WITH AUTISM AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES THROUGH EVIDENCE-BASED SERVICES AND FAMILY EDUCATION. FUNDING SUPPORTS PARENT AND EDUCATOR TRAINING PROGRAMS THAT STRENGTHEN ADVOCACY, EDUCATIONAL PLANNING, AND BEHAVIORAL SUPPORT SKILLS. FAMILIES RECEIVE RESOURCES THAT HELP THEM BETTER NAVIGATE SPECIAL EDUCATION SYSTEMS AND SUPPORT THEIR CHILDRENS DEVELOPMENT. PROFESSIONAL TRAINING IMPROVES OUTCOMES BOTH AT HOME AND IN SCHOOL SETTINGS. THE PROGRAM EMPOWERS FAMILIES AND EDUCATORS TO HELP CHILDREN REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL.

FOR MORE THAN 60 YEARS, CORVILLA HAS BEEN EMPOWERING INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES THROUGH EMPLOYMENT, RESIDENTIAL, AND COMMUNITY-BASED SERVICES. FUNDING SUPPORTS ACCESSIBLE TRANSPORTATION THAT CONNECTS PARTICIPANTS TO JOBS, MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS, EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, SOCIAL ACTIVITIES, AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES. SPECIALIZED VEHICLES HELP ELIMINATE TRANSPORTATION BARRIERS THAT OFTEN LIMIT INDEPENDENCE AND INCLUSION. RELIABLE MOBILITY SERVICES ENABLE INDIVIDUALS TO PARTICIPATE MORE FULLY IN DAILY LIFE AND REACH PERSONAL GOALS. THE PROGRAM PROMOTES COMMUNITY INTEGRATION AND GREATER SELF-SUFFICIENCY.

THE ROWAN UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION SUPPORTS NEURODIVERGENT STUDENTS THROUGH THE AUTISM PATH PROGRAM AND CENTER FOR NEURODIVERSITY. THE UNIVERSITY WILL USE ITS FUNDING TO HELP EXPAND TRANSPORTATION AND ACCESSIBILITY RESOURCES THAT CONNECT STUDENTS TO EDUCATIONAL, EMPLOYMENT, AND COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES. THE PROGRAM PROVIDES CAREER DEVELOPMENT, SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT, AND INDEPENDENT LIVING SUPPORT FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM AND RELATED DIAGNOSES. PARTICIPANTS GAIN PRACTICAL SKILLS THAT ENHANCE COLLEGE SUCCESS, WORKFORCE READINESS, AND COMMUNITY INCLUSION. THESE SERVICES HELP STUDENTS ACHIEVE GREATER INDEPENDENCE AND LONG-TERM SUCCESS.

SUNRISE DAY CAMPS ASSOCIATION PROVIDES FREE, YEAR-ROUND CAMP EXPERIENCES FOR CHILDREN WITH CANCER AND THEIR SIBLINGS. THROUGH RECREATIONAL PROGRAMMING, HOSPITAL OUTREACH, AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES, SUNRISE ON WHEELS BRINGS JOY, CONNECTION, AND NORMALCY TO FAMILIES FACING SERIOUS ILLNESSES. CHILDREN PARTICIPATE IN ADAPTIVE ACTIVITIES DESIGNED TO PROMOTE SELF-ESTEEM, RESILIENCE, AND SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT. SERVICES ARE DELIVERED AT NO COST, ENSURING ACCESS REGARDLESS OF FINANCIAL CIRCUMSTANCES. THE PROGRAM CREATES POSITIVE EXPERIENCES THAT SUPPORT EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING THROUGHOUT TREATMENT AND RECOVERY.

CAMP KOREY PROVIDES FREE, MEDICALLY SUPPORTED CAMP EXPERIENCES FOR CHILDREN LIVING WITH SERIOUS AND LIFE-ALTERING MEDICAL CONDITIONS. FUNDING SUPPORTS YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMMING INCLUDING OVERNIGHT CAMPS, FAMILY WEEKENDS, HOSPITAL OUTREACH, AND COMMUNITY ADVENTURES. THE ORGANIZATION CREATES A SAFE AND INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT WHERE CHILDREN CAN DEVELOP FRIENDSHIPS, BUILD CONFIDENCE, AND ENJOY CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES OFTEN INACCESSIBLE DUE TO ILLNESS. SPECIALIZED MEDICAL SUPPORT ENSURES FULL PARTICIPATION REGARDLESS OF HEALTH NEEDS. PROGRAMS STRENGTHEN RESILIENCE, SOCIAL CONNECTION, AND OVERALL WELL-BEING FOR CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES.

GCPAS INFANT-TODDLER EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM SERVES CHILDREN FROM BIRTH TO AGE THREE WITH SPECIAL HEALTH NEEDS, HELPING THEM BUILD DEVELOPMENTAL SKILLS WHILE EQUIPPING CAREGIVERS WITH THE TOOLS AND RESOURCES TO SUPPORT THEIR CHILDS GROWTH. FOLLOWING AN INITIAL EVALUATION, THERAPISTS IDENTIFY DEVELOPMENTAL NEEDS AND COLLABORATE WITH FAMILIES TO SET INDIVIDUALIZED GOALS. SERVICES INCLUDE SPEECH-LANGUAGE/FEEDING, OCCUPATIONAL, PHYSICAL, AAC, AND CBRS THERAPIES, ALONG WITH EVIDENCE-BASED ACTIVITIES AND ADAPTIVE TOOLS SUCH AS COMMUNICATION BOARDS, ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY, AND ACCESSIBILITY EQUIPMENT. CAREGIVERS ALSO RECEIVE ONGOING SUPPORT THROUGH MONTHLY HOME VISITS, TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES, AND GUIDED COMMUNITY OUTINGS THAT PROMOTE THEIR CHILDS DEVELOPMENT AND FAMILY ENGAGEMENT.

MIAMI LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND EMPOWERS CHILDREN AND YOUNG ADULTS WHO ARE BLIND OR VISUALLY IMPAIRED THROUGH ADAPTIVE RECREATION AND MOBILITY TRAINING. FUNDING WILL BE UTILIZED TO SUPPORT THE COMPREHENSIVE BLIND SOCCER INITIATIVE, WHICH COMBINES SPORTS PARTICIPATION WITH ORIENTATION, MOBILITY, AND PHYSICAL FITNESS DEVELOPMENT. PARTICIPANTS BUILD CONFIDENCE, TEAMWORK SKILLS, AND INDEPENDENCE WHILE ENGAGING IN AN INCLUSIVE ATHLETIC ENVIRONMENT. SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT AND COACHING ENSURE ACCESSIBILITY FOR ALL SKILL LEVELS. THE PROGRAM PROMOTES HEALTHY LIFESTYLES AND GREATER COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION.

THROUGH THE "I'M POSSIBLE" CAMPAIGN, CECO AIMS TO ENHANCE ACCESSIBILITY ACROSS ITS CAMPUS THROUGH ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY AND MOBILITY-FOCUSED INFRASTRUCTURE THAT PROMOTES GREATER INDEPENDENCE, CONFIDENCE, AND INCLUSION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH MOTOR DISABILITIES. FUNDING WILL SUPPORT THE INSTALLATION OF ACCESSIBLE RAMPS, SPECIALIZED LIFTS, AND ADAPTIVE SEATING, ENABLING INDIVIDUALS WHO USE WHEELCHAIRS AND OTHER MOBILITY AIDS TO FULLY PARTICIPATE IN EDUCATIONAL, THERAPEUTIC, AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES. IMPROVEMENTS TO OUTDOOR WALKWAYS AND PATHWAYS WILL ALSO CREATE SAFE, SEAMLESS ACCESS THROUGHOUT THE CAMPUS, ENSURING ALL PARTICIPANTS CAN NAVIGATE THE ENVIRONMENT WITH DIGNITY AND EASE.

AS THE ONLY BRAIN INJURY CLUBHOUSE IN IOWA, EMPOWER HOUSE HELPS SURVIVORS REBUILD INDEPENDENCE AND LIFE SKILLS FOLLOWING BRAIN INJURY. IN THE WORK-ORDERED DAY PROGRAM, MEMBERS PARTICIPATE IN STRUCTURED ACTIVITIES FOCUSED ON DAILY LIVING, VOCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT, SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT, AND MOBILITY. PARTICIPANTS WORK COLLABORATIVELY IN KITCHEN, BUSINESS, AND MAINTENANCE UNITS WHILE PRACTICING REAL-WORLD SKILLS IN A SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT. ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT AND SPECIALIZED STAFF HELP INDIVIDUALS REGAIN CONFIDENCE AND FUNCTIONAL ABILITIES, PROMOTING INDEPENDENCE, COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION AND IMPROVED QUALITY OF LIFE.

KIDPOWER EQUIPS INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND THEIR FAMILIES WITH SAFETY, SELF-ADVOCACY, AND RELATIONSHIP-BUILDING SKILLS. FUNDING SUPPORTS THE HEALTH & SAFETYPOWERS INITIATIVE, WHICH DELIVERS WORKSHOPS, COACHING, AND RESOURCES THAT PROMOTE PERSONAL SAFETY, CONFIDENCE, AND INDEPENDENCE. PARTICIPANTS LEARN PRACTICAL STRATEGIES TO NAVIGATE DAILY LIFE, BUILD HEALTHY BOUNDARIES, AND INCREASE SELF-DETERMINATION. THE PROGRAM IS ACCESSIBLE IN MULTIPLE LANGUAGES AND SERVES DIVERSE COMMUNITIES NATIONWIDE. THESE SKILLS HELP INDIVIDUALS PARTICIPATE MORE SAFELY AND FULLY IN SCHOOL, WORK, AND COMMUNITY LIFE.

FOCUSING ON EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING, PHYSICAL ACTIVITY, CONFIDENCE-BUILDING AND DISEASE MANAGEMENT, JUVENILE ARTHRITIS CAMP PROVIDES A SAFE AND SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT WHERE YOUTH LIVING WITH JUVENILE ARTHRITIS CAN BUILD FRIENDSHIPS, CONFIDENCE, AND INDEPENDENCE. DURING THE FIVE-NIGHT OVERNIGHT EXPERIENCE, ACTIVITIES SUCH AS SWIMMING, HIKING, YOGA, DANCE, ROPES COURSES, AND KAYAKING ARE THOUGHTFULLY ADAPTED TO PROMOTE THE JOY OF MOBILITY WHILE SUPPORTING PHYSICAL HEALTH. THESE EXPERIENCES, COMBINED WITH CREATIVE ARTS, PEER DISCUSSIONS AND EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS WITH MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS, HELP CAMPERS DEVELOP A DEEPER UNDERSTANDING OF THEIR CONDITION, AND GAIN PRACTICAL SKILLS TO MANAGE IT EQUIPPING THEM WITH THE TOOLS TO THRIVE BOTH AT CAMP AND BEYOND.

THE H.O.P.E. (HORSES OFFERING PHYSICAL EMPOWERMENT) PROGRAM DELIVERS THERAPEUTIC RIDING SESSIONS FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH WITH PHYSICAL, EMOTIONAL, AND DEVELOPMENTAL CHALLENGES AFFECTING MOBILITY. THROUGH INDIVIDUALIZED, ADAPTIVE INSTRUCTION, PARTICIPANTS BUILD STRENGTH, BALANCE, AND COORDINATION WHILE IMPROVING CONFIDENCE, EMOTIONAL RESILIENCE, AND INDEPENDENCE. BY FOSTERING CONNECTIONS WITH THERAPY HORSES IN A SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT, THE PROGRAM PROMOTES OVERALL WELL-BEING AND EMPOWERS PARTICIPANTS TO OVERCOME DAILY CHALLENGES AND ENHANCE THEIR QUALITY OF LIFE.

POSSIBILITIES IS A SIMULATED TOWN WITH NINE INNOVATIVE LEARNING CENTERS DESIGNED TO HELP ADULTS (18+) WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES BUILD INDEPENDENCE AND MEANINGFUL PEER RELATIONSHIPS. USING A THREE-TIERED APPROACHLEARN, PRACTICE, AND APPLYPARTICIPANTS DEVELOP SKILLS IN HEALTH AND WELLNESS, LEISURE AND RECREATION, EDUCATION AND ACADEMICS, AND PRODUCTIVE TIME USE. CLIENTS LEARN PRACTICAL LIFE SKILLS SUCH AS COOKING, CLEANING, LAUNDRY, BUDGETING, BANKING, AND MONEY MANAGEMENT IN REALISTIC ENVIRONMENTS, INCLUDING A SIMULATED APARTMENT AND BANK. ADDITIONAL LEARNING SPACES INCLUDE AN ART STUDIO, CLASSROOMS, RECREATION AND FITNESS CENTERS, SENSORY/BEHAVIOR SUPPORT ROOM, CENTRAL TOWN SQUARE, CITY HALL MEETING SPACE, AND COMMUNITY LOCKER ROOM.

MOMENTUMS CAMP ESCAPADES IS AN INNOVATIVE SENSORY SUMMER DAY CAMP, SERVING APPROXIMATELY 150 CHILDREN WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES. SENSORY-BASED PROGRAMMING OFFERS A VARIETY OF ACCESSIBLE ACTIVITIES INCLUDING ARTS AND CRAFTS, DRUMMING AND DANCE, ADAPTIVE SPORTS, SENSORY INTEGRATION EXPERIENCES, WATER PLAY, OBSTACLE COURSES AND RELAY RACES ALL DESIGNED TO GARNER DEVELOPMENTAL GAINS IN IMPORTANT MOTOR, SOCIAL AND SENSORY-PROCESSING SKILLS. EACH SESSION CONCLUDES WITH AN OLYMPIC-STYLE CELEBRATION FEATURING GROUP CHANTS, A FLAG PROCESSION, AND AWARDS, CREATING LASTING MEMORIES FOR EVERY CAMPER, THEIR FAMILIES AND CAMP STAFF.

USING THE HEALING POWER OF HORSES, THE RED BARN PROVIDES EQUINE-ASSISTED LEARNING AND THERAPEUTIC HORSEBACK RIDING PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES. ITS CERTIFIED THERAPEUTIC RIDING INSTRUCTORS LEAD ONE-ON-ONE WEEKLY LESSONS WHICH INCLUDE ADAPTIVE RIDING INSTRUCTION, HORSE CARE, SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT, AND PROGRAM OPERATIONS DESIGNED TO IMPROVE PHYSICAL MOBILITY, CONFIDENCE, COMMUNICATION, AND SOCIAL SKILLS. THE RED BARNS INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT HELPS INDIVIDUALS ACHIEVE PERSONAL GOALS WHILE DEVELOPING MEANINGFUL RELATIONSHIPS. THE PROGRAM EXPANDS ACCESS TO THERAPEUTIC RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR UNDERSERVED FAMILIES.

RANCHO RESEARCH INSTITUTE PROMOTES HEALTH, INDEPENDENCE, AND COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES THROUGH ADAPTIVE RECREATION. FUNDING SUPPORTS THE FROM REHABILITATION TO RECREATION PROGRAM, WHICH INTRODUCES PARTICIPANTS TO ADAPTIVE SPORTS AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES THAT ENHANCE MOBILITY, CONFIDENCE, AND QUALITY OF LIFE. THE PROGRAM PROVIDES SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT, MENTORSHIP, AND EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES. PARTICIPANTS DEVELOP PHYSICAL SKILLS WHILE EXPANDING SOCIAL CONNECTIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT. THE INITIATIVE HELPS BRIDGE THE GAP BETWEEN CLINICAL REHABILITATION AND LIFELONG RECREATION.

DESIGNED TO PROVIDE COMPREHENSIVE SUPPORT FOR CHILD BURN SURVIVORS THROUGH AGE 18, THE CHILDREN'S BURN FOUNDATION'S FULL RECOVERY PROGRAM ADDRESSES THE PHYSICAL, EMOTIONAL AND SOCIAL CHALLENGES OF RECOVERY. THROUGH PHYSICAL THERAPY, CHILDREN REGAIN STRENGTH, IMPROVE MOBILITY AND RANGE OF MOTION, AND LEARN TO ADAPT TO PHYSICAL LIMITATIONS THAT MAY RESULT FROM BURN INJURIES. COUNSELING SERVICES AND SUPPORT GROUPS ARE AVAILABLE TO SURVIVORS AND THEIR FAMILIES, HELPING THEM NAVIGATE THE EMOTIONAL TRAUMA AND LONG-TERM IMPACTS OF BURN INJURIES. IN ADDITION, BURN CAMPS OFFER A FUN AND RESTORATIVE EXPERIENCE WHERE CHILDREN CAN CONNECT WITH PEERS WHO SHARE SIMILAR EXPERIENCES, BUILD LASTING FRIENDSHIPS, STRENGTHEN THEIR SELF-CONFIDENCE AND FOSTER RESILIENCE IN A SAFE, SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT.

TEAMABILITY EMPOWERS CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH COMPLEX PHYSICAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES THROUGH INNOVATIVE THERAPEUTIC PROGRAMS. FUNDING SUPPORTS THE LET'S GET MOVING INITIATIVE, WHICH FOCUSES ON IMPROVING FUNCTIONAL MOBILITY, INDEPENDENCE, AND PARTICIPATION IN EVERYDAY LIFE. PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE INDIVIDUALIZED INTERVENTIONS, ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT, AND OPPORTUNITIES TO DEVELOP MOTOR SKILLS IN ENGAGING ENVIRONMENTS. THE PROGRAM ALSO PROVIDES SUPPORT AND EDUCATION FOR CAREGIVERS. SERVICES HELP INDIVIDUALS ACHIEVE GREATER MOBILITY AND ENHANCED QUALITY OF LIFE.

FOR MORE THAN A CENTURY, THE CLOVERNOOK CENTER HAS EMPOWERED CHILDREN WHO ARE BLIND OR VISUALLY IMPAIRED TO LIVE ACTIVE AND INDEPENDENT LIVES. THE ADAPTIVE YOUTH PROGRAMS INCLUDE LOW-VISION SERVICES, ORIENTATION AND MOBILITY TRAINING, ADAPTIVE SPORTS, CAMPS, AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES SUCH AS SKIING, ROCK CLIMBING, HORSEBACK RIDING, ART, MUSIC AND MORE. THESE PROGRAMS HELP PARTICIPANTS DEVELOP CONFIDENCE, NAVIGATION SKILLS, AND SOCIAL CONNECTIONS. CHILDREN ARE ENCOURAGED TO SAFELY EXPLORE THEIR ENVIRONMENTS AND PRACTICE INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS.

THROUGH ITS EMPLOYMENT SERVICES PROGRAM, THE IS-ABLE CENTER HELPS ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES ACHIEVE MEANINGFUL EMPLOYMENT, SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT, AND PERSONAL INDEPENDENCE. THE PROGRAM OFFERS EMPLOYMENT SERVICES, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT, TRANSPORTATION, AND COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES. PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE JOB-READINESS TRAINING, PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE, AND ONGOING SUPPORT TO HELP THEM SUCCEED IN THE WORKPLACE. THE PROGRAM ALSO PROMOTES HEALTH, WELLNESS, AND SOCIAL INCLUSION THROUGH COMMUNITY-BASED ACTIVITIES. THESE SERVICES INCREASE SELF-SUFFICIENCY AND ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.

VICTORY JUNCTION PROVIDES LIFE-CHANGING CAMP EXPERIENCES FOR CHILDREN WITH SERIOUS ILLNESSES AND CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS FROM ACROSS THE UNITED STATES. FUNDING WILL BE UTILIZED TO SUPPORT ACCESSIBILITY ENHANCEMENTS, ENSURING EVERY CAMPER CAN FULLY PARTICIPATE IN CAMP ACTIVITIES REGARDLESS OF PHYSICAL ABILITY. IMPROVEMENTS INCLUDE ADAPTIVE INFRASTRUCTURE AND AUTOMATED ACCESSIBILITY FEATURES THAT REMOVE BARRIERS TO PARTICIPATION. CAMP PROGRAMS FOSTER CONFIDENCE, FRIENDSHIP, INDEPENDENCE, AND RESILIENCE IN A MEDICALLY SAFE ENVIRONMENT. THESE ENHANCEMENTS HELP ENSURE ALL CHILDREN EXPERIENCE THE JOY, ADVENTURE, AND INCLUSION THAT DEFINE THE VICTORY JUNCTION EXPERIENCE.

CAMP TWIN LAKES IS A TRANSFORMATIVE OASIS, ANNUALLY SERVING MORE THAN 10,000 CHILDREN AND YOUNG ADULTS LIVING WITH OR AFFECTED BY SERIOUS PHYSICAL OR MENTAL ILLNESSES, DISABILITIES, AND OTHER LIFE CHALLENGES. ITS THREE CAMPSITES ARE FULLY ADAPTIVE AND MEDICALLY SUPPORTIVE, ALLOWING CHILDREN TO ACTIVELY ENGAGE IN FUN, INCLUSIVE, AND IMPACTFUL CAMP ACTIVITIES THEY WOULD NOT OTHERWISE BE ABLE TO EXPERIENCE IN A TRADITIONAL CAMP SETTING. WHETHER SPENDING A WEEK AT CAMP DURING THE SUMMER OR A WEEKEND WITH THE FAMILY, PARTICIPANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO TAKE RISK AND TRY NEW THINGS LIKE KAYAKING, ZIP LINING, CLIMBING ROCK WALLS OR HORSEBACK RIDING ALL WHILE FORGING CONNECTIONS, BUILDING CONFIDENCE, AND GAINING INDEPENDENCE.

OPERATING AS A ONE STOP SOCIAL AND FAMILY SERVICES CENTER, FAMILY SUCCESS CENTER OF ETOWAH COUNTY (FSCOEC) PROVIDES CRITICAL SUPPORT SERVICES FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS WITH DISABILITIES IN RURAL ALABAMA. THE INCLUSIVE NEEDS (IN) PROGRAM PROVIDES ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT, CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS, COUNSELING, TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE, AND FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES, FILLING A SIGNIFICANT GAP IN COMMUNITY RESOURCES IMPACTED BY THE CLOSURE OF LOCAL DISABILITY SERVICE PROVIDERS. BY USING A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO ADDRESSING PHYSICAL, EMOTIONAL, AND PRACTICAL NEEDS, FSCOEC HELPS CHILDREN PARTICIPATE MORE FULLY IN EVERYDAY LIFE. FAMILIES ALSO RECEIVE CRUCIAL RESOURCES THAT IMPROVE MOBILITY, INCLUSION, AND OVERALL WELL-BEING.

FOR NEARLY 30 YEARS, RIVERWOOD THERAPEUTIC RIDING CENTER HAS BEEN TRANSFORMING THE LIVES OF CHILDREN AND ADULTS THROUGH EQUINE-ASSISTED SERVICES. THE PROGRAM IS COMPRISED OF THERAPEUTIC RIDING PROGRAMS THAT IMPROVE BALANCE, COORDINATION, STRENGTH, COMMUNICATION, AND EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING. CERTIFIED INSTRUCTORS AND THERAPY HORSES WORK WITH PARTICIPANTS TO ACHIEVE INDIVIDUALIZED PHYSICAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL GOALS. SCHOLARSHIPS AND EXPANDED RESOURCES HELP INCREASE ACCESS FOR UNDERSERVED FAMILIES. THE PROGRAM PROMOTES MOBILITY, CONFIDENCE, AND MEANINGFUL COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION.

CONNECTING CHAMPIONS PROVIDES PERSONALIZED CAREER-BASED MENTORING FOR ADOLESCENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS IMPACTED BY CANCER. THROUGH ONE-ON-ONE MENTORSHIPS, PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE TAILORED GUIDANCE, SKILL-BUILDING OPPORTUNITIES, AND LONG-TERM SUPPORT TO PURSUE EDUCATIONAL, CAREER, AND PERSONAL GOALS DESPITE THE CHALLENGES OF TREATMENT AND SURVIVORSHIP. BY PARTNERING WITH HOSPITALS AND PROFESSIONALS FROM HUNDREDS OF CAREER FIELDS, THE PROGRAM HELPS YOUNG PEOPLE BUILD CONFIDENCE, STRENGTHEN SOCIAL CONNECTIONS, EXPLORE ACCESSIBLE CAREER PATHS, AND ADVANCE THEIR EDUCATIONAL, ECONOMIC, AND SOCIAL MOBILITY.

RAMAPO FOR CHILDREN PROVIDES INCLUSIVE OUTDOOR EXPERIENCES FOR YOUTH WITH DISABILITIES AND THOSE FACING SOCIAL, EMOTIONAL, AND ECONOMIC CHALLENGES. FUNDING SUPPORTS CAMP RAMAPO, A THREE-WEEK RESIDENTIAL SUMMER CAMP THAT ENABLES CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES TO PARTICIPATE IN ADAPTIVE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES, LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, AND SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING. CAMPERS BUILD CONFIDENCE, INDEPENDENCE, AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN A HIGHLY SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE ENSURES THAT LOW-INCOME FAMILIES CAN ACCESS THESE TRANSFORMATIVE EXPERIENCES. THE PROGRAM HELPS YOUTH DEVELOP SKILLS THAT SUPPORT SUCCESS AT HOME, IN SCHOOL, AND IN THEIR COMMUNITIES.

BLAZESPORTS AMERICA EMPOWERS INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND VETERANS THROUGH INNOVATIVE, INCLUSIVE PROGRAMS THAT PROMOTE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY, LEADERSHIP, WELLNESS, AND COMMUNITY CONNECTION. THROUGH CAMP PHOENIX, YOUTH WITH PHYSICAL DISABILITIES GAIN CONFIDENCE, INDEPENDENCE, AND LEADERSHIP SKILLS THROUGH ADAPTIVE SPORTS, RECREATION, AND MENTORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES. BLAZETOTS INTRODUCES CHILDREN AGES 26 WITH DISABILITIES TO ACTIVE PLAY, ADAPTIVE MOVEMENT, AND HEALTHY LIFESTYLES WHILE EQUIPPING SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS TO DELIVER INCLUSIVE PROGRAMMING. VETERAN FAMILY CAMP PROVIDES VETERANS LIVING WITH PHYSICAL DISABILITIES AND PTSD, ALONG WITH THEIR CAREGIVERS, OPPORTUNITIES TO IMPROVE PHYSICAL AND MENTAL WELL-BEING, BUILD LASTING FRIENDSHIPS, REDUCE ISOLATION, AND RECONNECT WITH A SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY THROUGH ADAPTIVE RECREATION AND WELLNESS ACTIVITIES.

BREAKING BOUNDARIES SUPPORTS YOUNG ADULTS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES (ID/DD) WHO HAVE AGED OUT OF THE TRADITIONAL SCHOOL SYSTEM BY PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR PERSONAL GROWTH, SKILL DEVELOPMENT, AND COMMUNITY INCLUSION. SERVICES INCLUDE THERAPEUTIC RECREATION, SOCIAL SKILLS TRAINING, LIFE SKILLS EDUCATION, AND EMOTIONAL SUPPORT. THROUGH PARTNERSHIPS WITH LOCAL BUSINESSES, SCHOOLS, AND VOLUNTEERS, PARTICIPANTS ENGAGE IN COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES, BUILD MEANINGFUL RELATIONSHIPS, AND GAIN EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE AT THE HEARTS THRIFT STORE, WHERE THEY DEVELOP JOB SKILLS, CONFIDENCE, AND INDEPENDENCE. THE PROGRAM ALSO SUPPORTS FAMILIES AND CAREGIVERS THROUGH RESPITE SERVICES, EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS, SUPPORT GROUPS, AND GUIDANCE IN NAVIGATING EDUCATIONAL AND HEALTHCARE RESOURCES.

THE J.F. SHEA THERAPEUTIC RIDING CENTER PROVIDES EQUINE-ASSISTED SERVICES FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH PHYSICAL, DEVELOPMENTAL, AND EMOTIONAL DISABILITIES. OVER TIME, STRUCTURED SESSIONS IN THERAPEUTIC RIDING, HIPPOTHERAPY, ADAPTIVE RIDING, AND RELATED PROGRAMS HELP IMPROVE MOBILITY, BALANCE, STRENGTH, COMMUNICATION, AND EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING. PARTICIPANTS WORK WITH TRAINED PROFESSIONALS, THERAPY HORSES, AND VOLUNTEERS IN A SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT TAILORED TO INDIVIDUAL GOALS. THE UNIQUE MOVEMENT OF THE HORSE HELPS INDIVIDUALS ACHIEVE PHYSICAL AND COGNITIVE GAINS THAT ARE DIFFICULT TO REPLICATE THROUGH TRADITIONAL THERAPIES.

IN GEORGIA, CHAMPIONS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SUPPORTS YOUNG ADULTS WITH PHYSICAL DISABILITIES IN ACHIEVING GREATER INDEPENDENCE AND COMMUNITY INCLUSION. THROUGH THE CHAMPIONS PLACE@HOME ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM, WHICH INSTALLS SMART-HOME TECHNOLOGIES TAILORED TO EACH PARTICIPANTS NEEDS. EQUIPMENT SUCH AS VOICE-ACTIVATED CONTROLS, AUTOMATED DOOR OPENERS, AND ADAPTIVE COMMUNICATION TOOLS ENABLE GREATER SELF-RELIANCE IN DAILY LIVING. PARTICIPANTS GAIN INCREASED INDEPENDENCE WHILE REDUCING RELIANCE ON CAREGIVERS. THE PROGRAM EXTENDS SUCCESSFUL ACCESSIBILITY SOLUTIONS BEYOND THE RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY AND INTO PARTICIPANTS HOMES.

MADE4ME CREATES CUSTOM ADAPTIVE DEVICES THAT IMPROVE MOBILITY, INDEPENDENCE, AND QUALITY OF LIFE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES. FUNDING WILL HELP SUPPORT THE MAKING ABILITIES POSSIBLE PROGRAM, WHICH DESIGNS AND BUILDS INDIVIDUALIZED EQUIPMENT TAILORED TO PARTICIPANTS UNIQUE NEEDS- ALLOWING THEM TO ENGAGE MORE FULLY AT HOME, SCHOOL, WORK AND IN RECREATION. THE ORGANIZATION WORKS WITH FAMILIES, SCHOOLS, THERAPISTS, AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS TO DEVELOP AFFORDABLE SOLUTIONS THAT ARE OFTEN UNAVAILABLE THROUGH TRADITIONAL CHANNELS. EVERY ADAPTATION IS PROVIDED AT NO COST TO FAMILIES AND INCLUDES ONGOING SUPPORT FOR ADJUSTMENTS, MODIFICATIONS, AND REPAIRS AS NEEDS CHANGE.

BREAKING FREE IS A 40-WEEK, ARTS-INTEGRATED RESIDENCY PROGRAM, SERVING APPROXIMATELY 150 STUDENTS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES, AGES 11-22. RUNNING WEEKLY FROM MAY THROUGH MARCH, THE PROGRAM PROVIDES 90-MINUTE WORKSHOPS LED BY PROFESSIONAL TEACHING ARTISTS IN DISCIPLINES INCLUDING MUSIC, DRUMMING, PUPPETRY, THEATER, AND VISUAL ARTS TOTALING 180 HOURS (9,000 STUDENT CONTACT HOURS) OF INSTRUCTION. THROUGH HANDS-ON, ADAPTIVE INSTRUCTION, STUDENTS ACTIVELY ENGAGE IN THE CREATIVE PROCESS, WHILE BUILDING ESSENTIAL SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SKILLS AND STRENGTHENING PEER CONNECTIONS. TEACHING ARTISTS CAREFULLY TAILOR SESSIONS TO MEET DIVERSE LEARNING NEEDS, FOSTERING CONFIDENCE, CREATIVITY AND INCLUSIVE, MOBILITY-CENTERED PARTICIPATION.

THE ETHAN WOLFE RECREATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EWRAP) IS A NEED-BASED PROGRAM THAT REMOVES FINANCIAL BARRIERS TO INDIVIDUALS WITH CHARGE SYNDROME, BY ENABLING THEM TO PARTICIPATE IN RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES THAT ENHANCE THEIR QUALITY OF LIFE. THROUGH ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT AND INCLUSIVE ACTIVITIES, EWRAP EMPOWERS CHILDREN WITH CHARGE SYNDROME TO ENGAGE IN EXPERIENCES THAT PROMOTE DEVELOPMENT, INDEPENDENCE, AND JOY. BUILDING ON THEIR UNIQUE STRENGTHS, CHALLENGES, AND INTERESTS, EACH AWARD IS CUSTOMIZED TO MEET THE RECIPIENTS SPECIFIC NEEDS. FUNDS WILL SUPPORT ADAPTIVE RECREATIONAL EQUIPMENT SUCH AS BICYCLES, TRICYCLES, AND TRAILERS, OR ENABLE PARTICIPATION IN ADAPTIVE ACTVITIES INCLUDING HIPPOTHERAPY, MUSIC CLASSES, SWIM LESSONS, SUMMER CAMPS, AND TEAM SPORTS.

AS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA'S ONLY DEDICATED PEDIATRIC HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE PROGRAM, TRINITYKIDS CARE PROVIDES SPECIALIZED, COMPASSIONATE SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN AT THE END OF LIFE. CLINICIANS ARE ON-CALL 24/7 AND WORK WITH REGISTERED NURSES, SOCIAL WORKERS, HOME HEALTH AIDES, CHAPLAINS AND VOLUNTEERS TO DELIVER HOLISTIC CARE TAILORED TO EACH CHILD AND FAMILY. FAMILY FINANCIAL ASSESSMENTS ARE CONDUCTED TO HELP ENSURE FUNDAMENTAL NEEDS ARE BEING MET, PARTICULARLY WITH FAMILIES LIVING AT OR BELOW THE FEDERAL POVERTY LEVEL. SUPPORT INCLUDES ASSISTANCE WITH MEDICAL SUPPLIES, MEDICATIONS, UTILITIES, TRANSPORTATION, FOOD, AND OTHER ESSENTIAL SERVICES, HELPING FAMILIES FOCUS ON WHAT MATTERS MOST: TIME TOGETHER.

GSSGC'S 191-ACRE SKYLAND RANCH CAMP IN THE SAN JACINTO MOUNTAINS IS USED AS A BACKDROP FOR INSPIRING K-12TH GRADE STUDENTS TO DISCOVER, CONNECT, AND TAKE ACTION TO PRESERVE AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT. THE SKYLAND RANCH ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAM IS YEAR-ROUND AND AVAILABLE TO LOCAL SCHOOL CHILDREN AS WELL AS TRADITIONAL GIRL SCOUTS. PROGRAM FACILITATORS WORK ALONGSIDE EDUCATORS TO ENSURE PROGRAM ACTIVITIES ARE ALIGNED WITH THE NEXT GENERATION SCIENCE STANDARDS AND COLLABORATE TO CREATE CITIZEN SCIENCE PROJECTS THAT TEACHERS CAN EXPAND UPON BACK IN THE CLASSROOM. SOME ACTIVITIES INCLUDE BUILDING SOLAR BATTERIES, STUDYING WEATHER STATIONS AND HYDROLOGY, UTILIZING EQUIPMENT TO FIND AND UNDERSTAND GROUNDWATER, AND EVEN A GAME FOCUSED ON THE IMPORTANCE OF PRESERVING ANIMAL ECOSYSTEMS.

THE YOUTH ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY DEVELOPMENT PROJECT SERVES APPROXIMATELY 400 LATINO/HISPANIC YOUTH, GRADES 1-8 THROUGH HANDS-ON ENVIRONMENTAL AND SUSTAINABILITY ACTIVITIES THAT FOSTER TECHNICAL SKILLS, TEAMWORK, AND CULTURAL CONNECTION. PARTICIPANTS EXPLORE TOPICS THROUGH WEEKLY LESSONS AND EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING, INCLUDING PLANTING FLOWERS AND HERBS COMMONLY USED IN LATINO HOUSEHOLDS; COMPOSTING TO ENRICH GARDEN SOIL; SOLAR CAR BUILDING AND SUSTAINABILITY-THEMED TEAM CHALLENGES; CAREER EXPLORATION AND TECHNICAL SKILLS DEVELOPMENT; AND FIELD TRIPS TO WATER TREATMENT PLANTS, RECYCLING CENTERS AND LANDFILLS TO UNDERSTAND RESOURCE LIFE CYCLES. EACH SESSION INTEGRATES GOAL-SETTING, PROBLEM-SOLVING, AND COLLABORATION - EMPOWERING STUDENTS TO BECOME ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS LEADERS IN THEIR COMMUNITIES.

NYTEF IS A 10-MONTH, PAID FELLOWSHIP DESIGNED TO EMPOWER YOUNG BIPOC LEADERS NATIONWIDE THROUGH IMMERSIVE EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT FOCUSED ON TRANSPORTATION EQUITY. FELLOWS EXPLORE PEDESTRIAN SAFETY CHALLENGES IN BIPOC COMMUNITIES AND ENGAGE IN DIGITAL STORYTELLING, ADVOCACY, AND ACTION ALIGNED WITH THE SAFE SYSTEM APPROACH-PROMOTING SAFER ROADS, VEHICLES, SPEEDS, AND POST-CRASH CARE. PARTICIPANTS COMMIT AT LEAST 15 HOURS PER MONTH TO VIRTUAL COHORT SESSIONS, ONE-ON-ONE DEVELOPMENT MEETINGS, AND MENTORSHIP. THE PROGRAM CULMINATES IN KEY INTERVENTIONS INFORMED BY COMMUNITY INPUT AND DATA, INCLUDING A COMPREHENSIVE ROADMAP FEATURING STEP-BY-STEP RESOURCES, CASE STUDIES, AND METHODOLOGIES FOR ENGAGING YOUTH IN TRANSPORTATION EQUITY AND PEDESTRIAN SAFETY.