The Foundation for Exceptional Kids is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit corporation that has been created to provide community education and supports for children with developmental disabilities and their families. An advisory board comprised of parents, service providers, and educators provides the Foundation for Exceptional Kids' Board of Directors with the leadership and guidance necessary to undertake our mission.

Our Mission

The Foundation for Exceptional Kids is dedicated to improving the quality of life of children with developmental disabilities. This can be done by providing community education and supports that are currently not being provided to Arizona families.

Goal 1: Community Education

Through effective training, the Foundation for Exceptional Kids aspires to increase the effectiveness of community and family team interventions by supporting them with much needed education.  We believe that children benefit from intervention when parents and professionals work together. Therefore, our goal is also to strengthen the role and responsibility of parents and family members and empower them by creating with meaningful opportunities to collaborate with community professionals and support members. Future training topics will include:

• Diagnoses and current treatment options
• Resources and supports
• Positive parenting techniques for parents of special needs children

Goal 2: Community Supports and Resources

Families and children also need to be supported through the development of additional community resources, such as support groups, social groups, and summer programs. Future support and resources will include:  

• Sibling and Parent Support Groups
• Social Interaction Groups
• Summer academic programs
• Camp experiences for children with disabilities and their families