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A Community Where Every Ability Shines

A Community Where Every Ability Shines A Community Where Every Ability Shines A Community Where Every Ability Shines

 Inclusive support and connection for children, young adults, and families with different abilities.

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Our Mission

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At Embrace Abilities, our mission is to foster inclusion and empower families by providing resources, support, and community for children and young adults with different abilities. 

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We offer inclusive programs and services for families of children and young adults with different abilities, including social events, parent-led meetups, sibling workshops, and caregiver education. 

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Our Impact

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In our 2024 pilot year, Embrace Abilities supported 104 families and hosted 17 inclusive events—creating new opportunities for connection, support, and belonging for families across the Mississippi Gulf Coast. 

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Embrace Abilities is a parent-led nonprofit on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, dedicated to building a welcoming, inclusive community for children and young adults with different abilities—and the families who love them. Inspired by our own journey, we create spaces where every family feels seen, valued, and supported. 


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"Every child, regardless of ability or disability, has the right to be respected, included, and given the opportunity to flourish in an environment that celebrates diversity."


Robert M. Hensel

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our 2024 impact

 Through our programs, partnerships, and community outreach, Embrace Abilities fostered connection, inclusion, and empowerment for families of children with different abilities across the Mississippi Gulf Coast. 

104 families served

17 events & meetups hosted

17 events & meetups hosted

Families served across 6 counties—helping build lasting connections, support networks, and a sense of belonging for differently abled children, their siblings, and caregivers. Our outreach ensures families don’t feel alone and can access a welcoming, understanding community.

17 events & meetups hosted

17 events & meetups hosted

17 events & meetups hosted

Inclusive gatherings and support sessions provided safe spaces for children and families to build friendships, share experiences, and feel welcome in their community. These events fostered social skills, reduced isolation, and empowered parents with peer support and resources. 

5 outreach events attended

17 events & meetups hosted

5 outreach events attended

 We participated in 5 community outreach events, expanding awareness of our mission and reaching new families across the Gulf Coast. These events helped us build partnerships with local organizations, connect underserved communities to resources, and promote inclusion, advocacy, and disability awareness throughout the region. 

$11,504 raised

17 events & meetups hosted

5 outreach events attended

 Through the generosity of donors and sponsors, we raised $11,504 in our first year. These funds allowed us to offer free, inclusive programs, provide educational and sensory materials to families, and develop new resources like printable guides and advocacy tools—ensuring every family can access meaningful support, both in-person and online. 

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Copyright © 2024 Embrace Abilities - All Rights Reserved. Embrace Abilities is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. EIN: 99-2607094. Donations are tax-deductible.


P.O. Box 1594

Ocean Springs, MS 39566


(228) 400-5011


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