For nearly 12 years, SOAR365’s Business Solutions team has partnered with Cencora to handle this critical process. The partnership provides reliable operational support for Cencora and, just as importantly, meaningful, paid jobs for people with disabilities.
A Crew Leader on SOAR365’s Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance team at Bellwood, Jacob Hoffman shared his story and his belief that disability does not define potential at the 2025 SourceAmerica Grassroots Advocacy Conference.
When you walk into the pool area at the Shady Grove YMCA, you might see Mark hard at work. He cleans the windows, checks the pool’s chemical levels, and makes sure the floor is safe and dry. But Mark is doing more than just his job – he’s also chasing a dream.
“We all need people like Nick and Mac, who have the vision to see an end result and the grit to get it done,” says Randy. At SOAR365, meaningful employment isn’t just changing lives – it’s creating a cleaner community, a stronger workforce, and a future where everyone gets a chance to succeed.
When Scotty first tried baking muffins at SOAR365’s Staples Mill location, he got more than a tasty treat – he found a new passion. Mixing ingredients, following recipes, and sharing baked goods with his friends gave him a sense of pride.
We love when learning can be fun…and delicious! SOAR365 Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) and Supported Employment participants recently enjoyed a special pizza-making class, thanks to our friends at Performance Foodservice (PFS). But this visit was more than a tasty lunch. It was a hands-on experience designed to build real-world skills and confidence for future jobs.
SOAR365 is proud to announce that Leroy Stanford, Supervisor of the Visitor Center at Defense Supply Center Richmond (DSCR), has been named one of three national finalists for the Tom Miller Advocacy Award as part of the 2025 SourceAmerica Achievement Awards.
When Sloan was pregnant, routine testing showed that her daughter, Anna, had a chromosomal disorder. She was understandably worried. “It can be really scary to have such a severe diagnosis for your child.”
That uncertainty turned to hope when Sloan connected with SOAR365’s Pediatric Therapy program and realized just how helpful SOAR365’s therapists were with little Anna.
Each year, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is a chance to recognize the talents and contributions of people with disabilities in the workplace. It’s also a time to learn how inclusive employment benefits everyone — employees, employers, and entire communities. At SOAR365, we’re proud to shine a spotlight on hardworking, creative, motivated workers who are making a difference every day.
☀️ Play, connect and belong this summer at PARK365! SOAR365’s Summer Series is back with three FREE, family-friendly events filled with inclusive fun for all ages. From adaptive sports and soccer activities to music, crafts, special guests, and hands-on LEGO® play, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at Richmond’s award-winning all-abilities playground.
⚽ School’s Out with Richmond Kickers & Richmond Ivy SC 📅 May 29 | 3:30–6:30 p.m.
🎉 World Play Day with Sportable 📅 June 11 | 3:30–6:30 p.m.