Could you explain the theme of Wayfinder’s impact report, “Can we do more?”
From Wayfinder’s founding in 1953, we have always asked, “Can we do more?” to address needs in our communities. Every time we asked this question, the answer was a resounding “Yes!” This awareness of need has driven our growth in programs, the geography we serve and the number of children and families we assist each year. I am so proud to lead an organization that offers children, adults and families so many different types of support to overcome their obstacles. Whether people are grappling with vision loss, developmental disabilities, mental health issues or family instability, Wayfinder can do more to help them find their way.
Can you give us an example of Wayfinder staff living the “do more” theme?
Our social workers always step up to help families in need. Rita got a call at midnight from a single mom in one of our programs who had three young children, one of whom was ill. The mother needed medicine for her sick child but did not have anyone who could watch her children while she picked it up. Going to a pharmacy in the middle of the night is not in Rita’s job description, but she was happy to “do more” to help this family. There is a story like this in every Wayfinder program. Our staff “do more” every day. You can read another example in the Wayfinder Moment on page 25. Wayfinder will keep asking “Can we do more?” as we serve more children, adults and families across California.
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December 23, 2025