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The title of each nonprofit links to its Donation Page when possible. The website at the end of the description links to the nonprofit’s Home Page. Partner Organizations
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AIDS Services of Austin responds to the HIV needs of the Austin area by providing services that enhance the health and well being of individuals and the community in the face of an evolving epidemic. ASA is a leading provider of prevention and social services for those affected by HIV/AIDS. www.ASAustin.org
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The Arc promotes independence and choice by providing individualized services to adults and children with developmental disabilities. We offer respite care, family support, guardianship, juvenile justice services, case management, art classes, academic coaching, social opportunities, training, parent support coops and information and referral. www.arcofthecapitalarea.org
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To improve the lives of persons with autism and their families in Central Texas by, among other activities, serving as a clearinghouse for information about autism and autism-related resources and providing education and support opportunities. www.autism-society.org/chapter244
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Keep Austin Mobile a Health Air community project, provides wheelchair- accessible transportation to clients in the Austin-Metro who need medically-related transportation. We also provide transportation for individuals with special needs who are unable to provide this for themselves. www.keepaustinmobile.com
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The mission of the Open Door is to provide a quality, inclusive preschool program to children of diverse abilities and backgrounds in a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that promotes respect and acceptance. www.opendoorpreschool.org
.Open My World Therapeutic Riding Center The mission of this organization is to improve the quality of life of children with special needs, including physical, mental and emotional disabilities; provide a safe and structured riding program; and encourage each child to expand their personal achievement, self-confidence and awareness of their personal capabilities. www.openmyworld.org
Registered Organizations Our mission is to ensure the provision of accessible, efficient and effective services that support the dignity and independence of those we serve - adults with serious mental illness; children and adolescents with serious mental illness or emotional disorders, autism or pervasive developmental disorders; persons with intellectual disabilities and infants and toddlers with developmental delays. www.bluebonnetmhmr.org
. We provide Horse riding and therapy services to all children. We emphasize services to children with special needs and work with children with physical, emotional, behavioral and developmental issues. Each child is assisted individually. Horses provide an outlet for stressors, as well as encourage a bonding relationship for children with relationship issues.
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Incorporated in 1999 to address an unmet need of the Austin and Central Texas area, Candlelight Ranch provides a positive, natural environment for children and families with special needs to participate in outdoor educational programs and activities as well as therapeutic programs that are customized for each group’s specific needs.
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The mission of Capitol school of Austin is to provide an enriched learning environment where children with language based learning disabilities can reach their full potential. Classes range from preschool (age 3) through 3rd grade. All classes have a low student to teacher ratio and are taught by speech pathologists. www.capitolschool.com
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We provide Special Olympic Sports, Continuing Education, Job Training, Summer, Spring and Holiday Day Camp and Respite Care for special needs children and adults ages 8 yrs and up. Our goal is for each athlete/camper to reach their individual peak potential, and to improve their quality of life in a dignified manner. www.dreamofhopesranch.org
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Dream A Dream Therapeutic Horsemanship offers therapeutic riding programs for children and adults with physical, mental, and emotional disabilities. Our therapy programs are personalized and conducted on a one-one-one basis with a focus on empowering those we serve. Our motto is "All who come here are able. We should not dwell on our weaknesses, instead we should strengthen our ability to overcome them." www.dadth.org
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Easter Seals Central Texas provides exceptional services so people with disabilities and their families can fully participate in their communities. We provide comprehensive rehabilitation and employment services. Our rehabilitiation services include physical, occupational and speech therapy, audiology, service coordination, and counseling. Our employment services include job placement, training and continuing education. www.centraltx.easterseals.com
. Emerson Academy is a non-profit child development center serving Round Rock, Pflugerville, Hutto, and the surrounding communities. Emerson provides an inclusive learning environment where ALL children can learn and grow together. From our highly trained staff to our literacy-based and developmentally-appropriate curicculum, Emerson Academy gives exceptional educational opportunities so that every child may succeed.
www.emerson-academy.com . goodwheelchairs.org
We take donations of used mobility equipment and redistribute the refurbished products to populations who need them. www.goodwheelchairs.org . Imagine Art Our mission is to transform the lives of disabled artists. Our God-glorified strategy is to set the artist F.R.E.E. We do this by FINDING artists that are willing to engage in community; RESTORING artists to abundant life; EQUIPPING artists with training and resources; and ESTABLISHING artists as contributing members in the Arts. www.imagineart.net Knowbility's mission is to ensure barrier-free I.T. — supporting the independence of people with disabilities by promoting the use and improving the availability of accessible information technology. Our programs raise awareness of need for technology access; train in accessible technology design practices; consult on IT access mandates, and employ technology workers with disabilities. www.knowbility.org
New Life Institute is dedicated to serving those who cannot otherwise afford quality, professional mental health services. We promote reconciliation, restoration, and renewal for those seeking healing and growth. Our services include counseling, mediation, education, and spiritual direction, using a multidimensional approach to emotional well being and spiritual wholeness. www.newlifetexas.org
PLAN of Central Texas is an Austin grassroots organization founded by family members to serve adults
with serious mental illness and their families. PLAN provides support services to address immediate needs and to plan for the future, including assistance with public benefits, housing, employment, medication education, and life skills training. www.planctx.org RFB&D digital AudioPlus® books give struggling readers a way to learn through listening. Students with print disabilities who attend member schools receive the AudioPlus books and players for free. Our Library contains 130,000+ titles in every subject area and grade level, including 95% of the textbooks adopted by the TEA. www.rfbd.org/Texas_Unit.htm
. The Scottish Rite Learning Center of Austin(SRLC) focuses on the evaluation and treatment of Central Texas children with dyslexia. SRLC offers a two-year academic language therapy program to children with dyslexia without charge to the families. In addition, SRLC maintains a nationally accredited dyslexia therapist training program, and offers evaluations for children ages 5-21. www.scottishritelearningcenter.org
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TERA Texas Technology Empowerment Resources and Advocacy, Inc., Texas (TERA) is a non-profit organization in Austin that enables people with disabilities or limitations to achieve and maintain an independent and active lifestyle through a central location with information, tools and training. www.texastera.org
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Outline: The purpose of University of Texas Autism Project (UTAP) is to provide a center of excellence for services, knowledge, and best practices related to living, and working, with children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). UTAP offers educational and recreational opportunities and lifestyle support for children, parents and teachers. www.edb.utexas.edu/UTAP
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VCFS Texas, Inc. The purpose of VCFS Texas, Inc. is to provide support and resources to individuals with Velo-Cardio-Facial-Syndrome (VCFS), their families, professionals, and the community in Texas. We achieve this by: Increasing public awareness and educating the community. www.vcfstexas.com |
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