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Understanding ADA and Title VI: What They Mean for Fairness and Equality 

Understanding ADA and Title VI: What They Mean for Fairness and Equality 

Two of the most important laws in the United States that protect people with disabilities from unfair treatment and ensure everyone has the same opportunities are the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. Let’s take a closer look at what each law means and why they’re so important. 

Get to Know Spencer Munro from Our Next Generation Council

Get to Know Spencer Munro from Our Next Generation Council

How did you get involved with SOAR365, and why is it important to you? I worked for SOAR365 from 2017-2019 as the Community Engagement Specialist. From day one, I immediately fell in love with the job, as it was clear that everyone was passionate about the organization’s mission. It was a daily highlight of mine to spend every lunch with our participants,...

Employment With SOAR365 Fills Randi With Pride

Employment With SOAR365 Fills Randi With Pride

Randi Dixon, a member of the Janitorial & Custodial team, has maintained employment with SOAR365 for more than 11 years now.  “I was still in school when I first heard about SOAR365,” says Randi. “It was a big experience for me to start working; I was finally being paid, I was respected by everyone, and I love the people I work with.”

SOAR365’s Summer Camp at Camp Baker Application is Live!

SOAR365’s Summer Camp at Camp Baker Application is Live!

Summer 2025 will be here before you know it and we’re already looking forward to reuniting with our friends at Camp Baker! The application to join us for one or more of the ten summer camp sessions is now live. Submit your application and reserve a spot today!

Legacy Giving: The Olga H. Thurston Trust 

Legacy Giving: The Olga H. Thurston Trust 

Tom Haskins’ son, Sam, was born with Down syndrome in 1979 and received occupational, physical and speech therapy with SOAR365 as an infant. His support has led to much since then, including a legacy gift from the Olga H. Thurston Trust.

Five Movies with Excellent Disability Representation

Five Movies with Excellent Disability Representation

Movies that feature characters with disabilities play a vital role in challenging stereotypes, promoting awareness, and providing representation for a community that has often been marginalized in the media. 

This article highlights five impactful movies that center around characters with disabilities. These movies not only offer compelling narratives and performances but also underscore the importance of authentic representation.

The Need for Nonprofits

The Need for Nonprofits

Originally appearing in the November 2024 edition of Richmond Magazine, this article takes an in-depth look at the need for nonprofit organizations and the volunteers who help them achieve their goals across Richmond and beyond.