Our Community Grows When We Include Everyone
Grant Funding
Grant funding is provided to local non-profit agencies and direct support services for vocational services, early intervention, residential services, independent living assistance, employment, and transportation. These funds are provided by the citizens of Greene County through a property tax levy to support people with developmental disabilities. The Abilities First Board of Directors is responsible for administering these funds.
Partners
Abilities First works closely with other community agencies by providing funding and additional resources.
Our partner agencies include:
Arc of the Ozarks
Art Inspired Academy
Artisan Elements
Community Education
Champion Athletes of the Ozarks
Developmental Center of the Ozarks
DMH/Partnership for Hope Waiver
EnCompass Academy
Inspired Boutique
MSU Foundation (Bear Power)
Nova Center of the Ozarks
Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation
SWI Industrial Solutions
Springfield Workshop Transit Company
Willard Parks and Recreation
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Testimonials
“My son is like a totally different child, and I feel so blessed to have been a part of these amazing early intervention services.”
“I am so happy that my son has a chance to do something like this. He has wanted to participate in school music and theatre, but was either told he was too disruptive or that he couldn’t keep up. It is a gift for him to be able to show the world what he can do.”
“I don’t know what we would do without Abilities First. They have really helped our son and family a lot over the last few years.”
“Fantastic organization!”
“First Steps will forever be a part of our hearts and our family!”
We are so proud of Kristi!Award trophy for 2023 Inclusion Award Honorable Mention - Kristi Kliewer of Abilities First, Springfield (Kristi was unable to attend the event in person) ... See MoreSee Less
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If you are inclined to give a little to support Friends of Abilities First and our very own Christopher Upton or any of the other awesome Men of the Year, including community partner The Arc of the Ozarks’s Tim Dygon! ... See MoreSee Less
SBJ Men of the Year Fundraiser 2024
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For this year’s event, SBJ is partnering with nonprofit Abilities First to help raise funds for its programs serving Greene County individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.1 CommentComment on Facebook
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In case you haven’t heard, we are honored to join forces with the Springfield Business Journal as the charity partner for Men of the Year 2024! 🌟 Together, we're championing inclusivity and community partnering. Want to meet the remarkable men making a difference? Check out the winners here sbj.net/stories/2024-men-of-the-year,94667
To help these men reach their fundraising goals, please visit givebutter.com/MOTY2024 to donate and be sure to credit your donation to the man you’re supporting.
#abilitiesfirst #CommunityEmpowerment #moty2024 #SBJ #MenoftheYear
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Don’t miss your chance to attend this event with Friends of Abilities First honoring Dr Kyle John and his selfless respectful service! ... See MoreSee Less
Silver Strands Celebration 2024
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At the Battlefield Mall with awesome folks at the annual Autism Blast 2024.
#turningabilitiesintoopportunities #inclusion
#holdtherope #theworkbelongsinthecommunity
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Community Education toured the White River Conference Center for an awesome Friends of Abilities First event to be held in December.
We know it’s early to plan but you don’t have to get ready if you stay ready!
#HoldTheRope #Inclusion #FriendsOfAbilitiesFirst #TurningAbilitiesIntoOpportunities
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We are exactly TWO weeks away from the Men Of The Year event where we will have the chance to present our Man Of The Year winner with the grand prize fire pit from Artisan elements.
Please continue to share our fundraiser and help us meet our goal to help people achieve their dreams of a good life!
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Photo ID: Green and white graphic with the words 2 weeks remaining, donate to friends of Abilities First, with a website. Also included is the Friends of Abilities First and Springfield Business Journal logos.
We are so excited about honoring Dr. Kyle John with Friends of Abilities First!
Please join us!
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Silver Strands Celebration 2024
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Silver sparkles flow across the top of the infographic. Silver Strands Celebration is written in cursive followed by the following message. Friday, April 12, 2024 in honor of Kyle John, M.D. Hickory Hills Country Club, 3090 E. Cherry Street Springfield, Missouri. A photo of Dr John smiling is on the left side. Another row of silver sparkles flow across the bottom of the infographic.