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What It Takes to Turn Dreams Into Reality at Camp BakerÂ
At SOAR365’s Summer Camp, the camper experience is everything. In 2024, over 400 children and adults with disabilities made their way to Camp Baker, where they would embark on an unforgettable journey. But none of this would be possible without the careful planning, dedication, and unwavering teamwork that goes into every part of the camp.
No Stopping Ezra: How One Toddler Found His Stride
Pediatric Therapy helps Ezra explore his community on a new prosthesis, spreading smiles and awareness At her 20-week ultrasound, Jessie received unexpected news: her son, Ezra, had proximal femoral focal deficiency (PFFD). PFFD is a rare birth defect where the upper part of the femur is missing or not fully formed. While Ezra’s knee, calf, ankle, and foot...
SOAR365 Earns Active RVA Certification for 5th Straight Year
The Active RVA Certification and Awards program recognizes the Richmond region’s exceptional employers and schools that are implementing innovative programs to promote physical activity. Hundreds of organizations have earned Active RVA Certification for their embrace of active living.
Elly Jones: Doing Something Worthwhile in the Service of Others
Elly Jones has been active in the local nonprofit community for years! She currently serves as Director of Honoring Choices Virginia, an organization that works to change the culture about advance care planning and medical decision-making. Elly facilitates conversations between families, individuals, volunteers, faith leaders, physicians, and medical...
Why I Give to SOAR365: Matt Davis and McGriff Insurance
At SOAR365, our mission of creating life-fulfilling opportunities for individuals with disabilities is greatly supported by the generosity of our donors. We recently had the opportunity to speak with Matt Davis of McGriff Insurance, a dedicated supporter of SOAR365 for nearly a decade. Read the Q&A below to learn more about Davis’s journey as a donor and advocate for our mission.Â
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Discussing Disability Podcast – February 2025 [AUDIO]
For our February 2025 episode, we talked with Tricia Puryear – the Vice President of Human Services at SOAR365. While Tricia oversees all programming at the organization, from Pediatric Therapy and Youth Services to Adult Day Support and Respite, this conversation was centered on Summer Camp at Camp Baker!
Expanding Access to Pediatric Therapy and Inclusive Play for Children with Disabilities
The following article was first published by the Robins Foundation. To view the original version, click here. Partner Spotlights are a platform for Robins Foundation grantees to highlight their important work and for Robins Foundation to recognize the incredible efforts and successes of our partners. This month, our Administrative and Operations...
SourceAmerica Blog: How to Build an Inclusive Business Culture
By implementing these six actionable tips, your organization can recruit, hire, retain, and advance workers with disabilities—and your business—at all levels.
SOAR365 Partners with River City Half & 5KÂ
SOAR365 is proud to be a charity partner of the 2025 Virginia Credit Union River City Half Marathon & 5K.