The purpose of Unique Families’ Journey Foundation, Inc. is to empower, educate, and advocate for black and brown families and children with exceptional needs so they can better access educational support and resources to close the existing gaps in the education system. Unique Families’ Journey values embracing every family uniqueness with integrity, compassion, understanding, accountability and authenticity.
Why Donate?
Your generosity enables us to:
Offer no-cost consultations and personalized advocacy plans.
Conduct educational workshops and webinars to empower parents and guardians.
Provide hands-on assistance with IEP & 504 meetings, ensuring every child receives a free, appropriate public education as entitled by federal law.
Foster a supportive community through our Facebook group and virtual meetups, where families can share experiences and gain expert advice.
Extend our reach to more families in need, offering community resources, mental health support, and crisis intervention services.
Your Impact
Every dollar you donate goes directly towards enhancing our services and expanding our reach. Here’s how your donation can make a difference:
$25 helps fund materials for advocacy training sessions.
$50 supports the creation of educational resources for our workshops.
$100 assists in providing a family with personalized advocacy for their child’s education.
$500 contributes to the development of our community support groups and online platforms for family engagement.
Stories of Our Unique Families
Dasia and Nova
“During a pivotal moment in their lives, I had the fortune of meeting Dasia, and her 2-year-old daughter, Nova, who is beautifully unique with autism. We connected over the shared joy that our children were chosen for an exceptional preschool program in Bridgeport offered by CES. However, Dasia harbored concerns about Nova’s care, fearing she might not receive the tailored support she required.
I reassured Dasia, promising her that as Nova’s unwavering advocate, I had connections that could offer the guidance we needed. This led to introducing Dasia to Kevin, a seasoned advocate whose expertise was invaluable. Kevin lived up to the assurances I provided Dasia, offering her and Nova the supportive guidance they needed every step of the way.
Dasia expressed her gratitude by highlighting my advocacy, a sentiment echoed by Kevin, which opened doors for me to contribute further through a parent volunteer program named PATH. This journey has not only seen Nova thrive, receiving all the essential services, but it has also solidified a lasting bond between Dasia and me. Her willingness to stay in touch and seek assistance is a testament to the trust and support we’ve built together.”
Community Connections Bring Relief
“At a local community event, I had the heartwarming opportunity to meet a family grappling with their son’s battle against severe eczema. The boy’s distress was palpable, marked by his incessant scratching. Moved by their situation, I approached them with genuine concern and empathy, inquiring about their son’s well-being. This moment of connection was deeply personal for me, as I, too, have navigated the challenges of eczema with my own son.
The impact of that encounter came full circle when, a month later, the family reached out to express their heartfelt gratitude. The recommendations and community resources I shared significantly alleviated their son’s eczema, bringing him much-needed relief.”
How to Donate
Join us in our mission to advocate, educate, and empower. Your donation, no matter the size, makes a significant impact on the lives of families navigating special education in Connecticut. Click here to donate and become a part of this transformative journey.
Behind every child’s education is a network of support, guidance, and empowerment. With your help, Unique Families’ Journey Foundation, Inc. can continue to be an integral part of this network, offering hope and resources to families across Connecticut.
Donate today and help us make a difference in the lives of special needs children and their families. Your contribution is a step towards a more inclusive and supportive educational system.
Thank you for your generosity and support.
For more information about our services and how your donation helps, please visit ourFAQs or contact us directly.
Unique Families’ Journey Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, and all donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
