“Love. That’s all Alan wanted,” says Marie, who decided to adopt Alan when he was bedridden in a total-care medical facility. Then, medical professionals told Marie that Alan, age 6, had profound disabilities and cerebral palsy. He would never be able to talk or walk. He harmed himself by hitting his head. What Marie saw…
As 19-year-old Kelsey walks across her college campus, she greets friends and classmates. People know her as a dedicated student and a kind person. What they don’t know is that sheer determination got her here … or how much she endured in the child welfare system. Kelsey’s strong inner motivation and the valuable mental health…
“The longer we are with Wayfinder, the more independence and freedom that Axton has,” says Arlisha, mother of Axton, a 4-year-old who receives Wayfinder’s Child Development Services. The program assists young children with visual or multiple disabilities in achieving developmental milestones. Axton is a happy, funny, affectionate boy. He was born with an exceedingly rare…
On Wayfinder’s 70th anniversary, what are some of your thoughts about the organization’s future? The next 70 years for Wayfinder depend on what we do now. Prior generations created a financially healthy organization known for innovation and effectiveness at addressing some of our community’s greatest problems. That strong foundation enables Wayfinder to achieve life-changing outcomes…
What are your thoughts about your new role as president and CEO? Wayfinder has had only three leaders before me in our 70-year history, which speaks to the stability of the organization. I know I am building on the successes of my predecessors. I was so flattered to receive this note from Angela Brown, a…
You and Wayfinder both win when you donate appreciated stock. The donor may get a tax deduction (consult your tax accountant first) for the full value of the stock, as long as the donor has owned it for more than 12 months. The donor does not have to pay long-term capital gains on the amount…
Older Individuals who are Blind, or OIB, is Wayfinder’s first program specifically for older adults with visual impairment. The program targets individuals age 55 or older who have difficulty living independently due to their vision loss. Vision loss in seniors can reduce their ability to care for themselves and navigate their community. Each OIB client…
Robert Luce was looking for a focus for his volunteer efforts. His former colleague, Camilla Walker, co-chair of Wayfinder’s Impact Council had a recommendation— Wayfinder! “I’d been aware of Wayfinder for a long time and always thought highly of the organization,” Robert says.Camilla described the Impact Council as a group that elevates Wayfinder’s profile in…
Wayfinder’s generous donors make a tremendous impact. They provide us the resources to change the future of those who have nowhere else to turn. Please consider a gift to Wayfinder this holiday season. Because of your gift … Children like Alan who needed a loving family will thrive thanks to our Foster Care and…
