We are enthusiastic about our partnerships with a variety of local, national and international agencies providing to individuals who have a variety of educational, developmental and other challenges services and other opportunities for inclusive activity participation and enrichment of the lives of all of us. It is through these strategic partnerships and ongoing work with similarly dedicated agencies that equitable opportunities toward full inclusion in the community for those with differing abilities is truly attainable. It is an honor and a privilege to serve alongside these local, national and global agencies.

World Center for Integrated Dance and Arts Access (formerly Dancing Wheels School and Company)

Website: https://dancingwheels.org/

What They Do: The lifelong mission of Dancing Wheels Company is to educate, advocate and entertain through compelling, innovative dance through a heartfelt commitment to: enhance integration and diversity in the arts with works uniting people of all abilities; provide successful, independent and creative role models for those with disabilities; erase negative stereotypes about people with disabilities in professional careers, primarily in the arts; and instill greater understanding and professionalism in individuals of all ability levels.

RePlay for Kids

Website: https://replayforkids.org/

What They Do: The mission of RePlay for Kids is to increase the availability of toys and assistive devices for children with disabilities by repairing existing devices, adapting mainstream toys, designing new devices, and educating families and clinicians.

Medina Creative Housing

Website:

https://www.medinacreativehousing.com/

What They Do: The mission of Medina Creative Housing is to develop quality housing, services and supports to enable individuals with disabilities to live their lives with dignity and opportunity; and to assist individuals with developmental and physical disabilities to achieve independence, recognizing that everyone they serve requires different levels of training, support and security, and responding to meet these needs.

Zane’s Inc.

Website: https://www.zanesinc.org/

What They Do: The mission of Zane’s, Inc. is to provide services for children and adults with special needs through funding assistance, and community outreach and educational programs which are the cornerstones of Zane’s, Inc. Through fundraising efforts, they provide funding assistance for children and adults who have disabilities so that they are able to receive vital services and necessities not covered by insurance, government agencies or other resources. Through our community outreach programs, they aim to educate and increase awareness of disabilities and focus on the abilities of individuals. Their ultimate goal is to help each individual reach their maximum potential so that they have an opportunity to be a contributing member of society.

RhizoKidsOhio

Website: https://rhizokidsohio.com/en/

What They Do: Rhizomelic Chondrodysplasia Punctata (RCDP) is a rare autosomal recessive disorder in which children do not typically live past 5 years of age. RhizoKidsOhio is an organization raising money to support RCDP research, working diligently to raise awareness of RCDP, and striving to put an end to this terrible condition.

Miracle League of Northeast Ohio

Website:

https://www.miracleleagueofnortheastohio.com/

What They Do: The mission of the Miracle League of Northeast Ohio is to provide the opportunity for children and adults with special needs in Medina county and Northeast Ohio a chance to experience playing baseball in a league-based environment. Providing the opportunity to play baseball like their brothers, sisters and friends, building self-esteem, making new friends and making dreams come true is of prime importance.

The Society

Website: https://www.thesocietylink.org/

What They Do: The Society partners with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live their best lives, welcoming individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities as active and valued members of the community.

Stand Up for Downs

Website: https://www.standupfordowns.org/

What They Do: Enhancing the lives of those with developmental disabilities through humor is the hallmark of Stand Up for Downs. Donating to worthy and important causes has been the trademark and inspiration for Stand Up For Downs since its inception, and remains the goal of this organization to this day. Today, Stand Up For Downs offers grants to various organizations, sponsors important events and conferences, and donates to individuals with critical needs.

Special Olympics

Website: https://www.specialolympics.org/

What They Do: Through our shared experience and love of sports, Special Olympics Ohio creates a sense of connectedness in an inclusive culture. We provide a space for individuals, families, and community partners to come together as we focus on the courage, strength, and skill of athletes. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are the heart of Special Olympics collective mission to boldly emphasize unity and create a space where solidarity, collaboration, and creativity are provided the freedom to thrive.

5 Star Global Ministry

Website: https://www.5star-ministry.com/

What They Do: 5 Star Global Ministry is a Christ-centered ministry whose goal is making the Invisible…Visible by giving a Voice to the voiceless through Christ, Church and Community. 5 star strives to empower families, caretakers, and locals to provide Christ-centered disability care while training and educating nationals to provide disability advocacy in under-developed countries. Through 5 Star programs, the love of Christ is demonstrated first through actions then through our words, daily building relationships and being Christ’s hands and feet to those living with a disability in countries that see them as cursed for being different, all while using the individual gifts and talents God has given each person to help each child reach their fullest potential.