
Derrick Tuff
President

Support ends too early for people with disabilities. Current systems prepare individuals to succeed in entry-level opportunities, but rarely position them for long-term economic mobility or fulfillment. This gap exists because success is often measured by short-term outcomes rather than strategic, sustainable growth. When support stops at the beginning of independence, people are left without pathways to build meaningful lives and contribute to their communities. We exist to empower people with disabilities to achieve more in life.
Entry-level independence isn’t the finish line. It’s the starting point of a life shaped by purpose, leadership, and contribution. We envision communities where people with disabilities are thriving in careers, owning homes, financially secure, civically engaged, and moving their communities forward through philanthropy and service. This belief energizes our mission to empower people with disabilities to live fulfilling lives. It motivates us to push beyond what’s expected and show communities what’s possible.

We bring our belief to life through a focused set of programs that support progress over time. AccessED builds a foundation through education, InPower strengthens career and leadership capacity, and InAction creates opportunities for advocacy and civic engagement. Each initiative plays a distinct but connected role in empowering people with disabilities and reshaping communities to expand access and opportunity.
See how we’re supporting disabled students as they work toward academic success.
See how we’re equipping disabled adults to build skills, advance their careers, and grow as leaders.
See how we’re creating opportunities for disabled people to advocate, become civically engaged, and shape change in their communities.
These accomplishments are more than numbers. They represent a growing community of disabled people determined to lead their own lives and strengthen the communities around them.

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