Helpers of the Mentally Retarded

- Helpers Artisan Boutique: (a Gift Store destination, Job Training Site) continued retail sales supporting over three dozen artists with Development Disabilities and showcasing 36 artists. One hundred percent of all products are made by and designed by adults with developmental disabilities, or provided to Helpers by companies that share our vision. Helpers Artisan Boutique remains a Job Training Program. The program currently consists of a Retail Marketing Director, a Store Mentor and Job Coach, a Store Associate, and works in collaboration with The Arc of San Francisco. Job training is provided on-site at the retail store for adults with special needs, while also showcasing the talents and products of artists with special needs.- Helpers Group Home Program: in collaboration with the Pomeroy Recreation & Rehabilitation Center, provides two group homes and residential care serving adults with special needs.- The Award Grant Program: in 2022 Helpers Community Inc continued to support organizations serving adults with special needs with grant disbursements totaling $424,580 and funding was provided to 10 different grantees.- Helpers Community Inc also received the Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar for the third year in a row.