Program areas at Capable Kids Foundation
Ck impact focuses on community capacity building by educating government agencies, public institutions, local businesses, and community members on the importance of inclusion in creating stronger, healthier communities. Ck impact also focuses on increasing inclusiveopportunities within the rgv. Examples include disability fairs;educating business owners, school staff, government officials, parents, peers, and the community on what inclusion is and its importance; andthe creation or adaption of inclusive parks or inclusive communityfacilities. Ck impact program also includes the procurement anddissemination of adaptive equipment to help spread inclusion. Examplesinclude inclusive parks, inclusive bathrooms, inclusive classrooms, and so on.
Ck social helps create opportunities for inclusion and interaction with all peers in a supportive environment. This is made through the implementation of social events and activities that include peers with and without disabilities. Ck social provides opportunities to interact and engage in a supportive and inclusive environment which helps increase self-confidence and empathy while allowing everyone to have fun and interact, learning from each other. Examples include dances, bowling, movie trips, games, and community events and activities such as 'trunk or treats or craft and educational cooking and independence activities.
Ck sports includes adaptive versions of football, soccer, baseball, golf, tennis, and cheerleading. We also host 5k walks, marathons, fitness classes, and other physical activities. These programs have allowed children and young adults with disabilities to participate in the right of passage that sports provide, engaging in the related comradery, teamwork, and sense of accomplishment that has a huge impact on self-worth and confidence.