Our vision is to start a movement to conquer the prejudices that plague the special needs community, as well as, to start conversations that encourage acceptance and empowerment of these individuals on a global level.
We have trained 20+ individuals and create a program where those who will not be able to work independently can contribute to society by stuffing bags for local businesses and churches in their day hab facilities.
Our mission is to ENCOURAGE and EMPOWER individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities to compete for their place in society through employment or volunteering. It is also to EXPOSE the local communities to the challenges of our Unique Friends & EDUCATE employers to their untapped potential. Finally, we are excited to introduce a digital resource for parents, guardians, and employers that minimizes the overwhelm often associated with serving the IDD community.
Our current needs include but are not limited to the following: Presentation equipment, marketing and promotional materials, a new computer, DSLR camera, tripod, and a teleprompter to update our TUFF Certification for employers. Additionally, we need the funds to enlist assistance from a website developer and a copywriter who can help us execute our digital resource for parents and guardians of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Organization name
The Unique Friends Foundation
Causes
Intellectual, Developmental, and Physical Differences
Operating Budget
Less than $100,000
Counties Served
Collin, Dallas, Denton
BIPOC Leadership
Executive Director/CEO
Address
906 W. McDermott Dr. St. 116-171