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Specially Adapted Resource Clubs (SPARC)

Org #10759
Vetted since 2012
2006
year founded
$22,980
raised on GlobalGiving
12
years fundraising
1
projects funded
* Amounts in US Dollars

Mission

SPARC is a unique day program operating in local community centers for adults with disabilities. Adults with disabilities too often lack options to have an active role as full citizens in their community after graduating from the public school system. Adults with disabilities desire the same outcomes in life as people without disabilities. They want to work, enjoy friends, and give back to their community. SPARC provides a dynamic program in a community setting with the appropriate supports so people with disabilities can stay united with their families, connected within their neighborhoods, and enjoy their friendships. Our goal is to ensure all students with disabilities graduate to a ... read more

Project Leaders
George Bounacos
George Bounacos
Debi Alexader
Debi Alexader
Team
Debi Alexander
Organization Information
11232 Beaver Trail Ct
Reston, VA 20191
United States
571-407-1807
Organization Information
11232 Beaver Trail Ct
Reston, VA 20191
United States
571-407-1807

Project Reports

Each of GlobalGiving’s nonprofit partners is required to send quarterly donor reports detailing the impact of their work. Here are some of their recent updates:

Finding his voice

By Debi Alexander | Executive Director

Tommy joined SPARC a year ago.  Tommy was diagnosed with Autsim Sectrum Disorder (ASD).  ASD is a neurological alnd developmental disorder that affects how people interact with others,... Read the full report ›

Overcoming the Harm of Social Isolation

By Debi Alexander | Executive Director

Tommy, a 23 year old, began attending SPARC two years ago. He presented with behaviors and was completely non-verbal, but could communicate using American sign language (asl). We accepted him on a... Read the full report ›

No Other Program Truly Includes Me

By Debi Alexander | Executive Director

Meet Kaitlin.  Kaitlin has been a member of SPARC since 2014 and loves attending four days a week!   Kaitlin is 35 and cannot walk or use her hands due to quadriplegic cerebral... Read the full report ›
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