What started with 8 families has grown into a community built on friendship, connection, and shared experiences. From our first meetups to becoming a nonprofit, we continue to grow with the support, ideas, and involvement of our families and community.
Here’s a look at where we started, how we’ve grown, and where we’re headed next.
A few families, a few good ideas, and a community that kept growing.
We started with 8 families who wanted more opportunities for our special needs loved ones to connect, socialize, and make friends.
We planned meetups and events by sharing our ideas, resources, and connections.
More families joined us, helping our community continue to grow.
We became a nonprofit organization.
We held our first strategic planning meeting.
We officially became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
We continue to welcome new families, create new opportunities, and celebrate the wonderful success stories and connections happening within our community.
Our mission is to create joyful spaces where individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families can connect, celebrate, and thrive. We believe every person deserves to be known, loved, and embraced just as they are. Through social events, community activities, and meaningful connections, we celebrate what makes each person special.
We envision a community where families can connect with others who understand, build friendships, have fun, and feel a true sense of belonging. We want to create opportunities for our VIPs and families to come together, share experiences, and know they are not alone.
Our values guide everything we do at Party With Me 4 i.d. We strive to create a welcoming community where every VIP and family feels valued, respected, heard, and accepted. By coming together with kindness, understanding, and open communication, we create a place where friendships can grow and everyone can feel they belong.
Everyone deserves to feel welcome and accepted for who they are. We create an environment where VIPs can participate, connect, and be themselves without judgment.
Every person deserves to be treated with kindness, patience, and respect. We celebrate individuality and recognize the unique strengths and abilities each person brings to our community.
Strong communities are built together. We encourage open communication and teamwork among VIPs, parents, families, volunteers, and community partners so everyone has a voice and feels connected.
