Founded by parents of developmentally disabled children, Special Kids Crusade understands the challenges and achievements
of children with differing abilities. We are working hard to develop quality regional resources, raise awareness in the community,
and provide much-needed support for these special children and their families. Here's how we plan to do that.
Developing Resources
- New Program Development
- Existing Program Enhancement
- Resource Networking
Working together with parents, who are the natural advocates of their children,
Special Kids Crusade has identified programs and services that are most needed for developmentally disabled children. Through
networking opportunities, we've begun building collaborative relationships with existing resources and service providers
to stimulate the development and improvement of programs, such as after-school care and recreational programs, school-break
programs, and peer relationship building. Utilizing funds raised through charitable endeavors, private donations, and grant
monies, Special Kids Crusade can financially support these programs and services to ensure long-term success.
Support services do not end when these children are young. Special Kids Crusade's
long-term vision encompasses the development of programs and services for children as they age, fostering independent, productive,
and satisfying futures. Developing new resources and enhancing existing ones is vital for these children's future within
our community, and providing the funding source to support it makes Special Kids Crusade unique from other organizations.
Read about the Manno Family Story
