Inclusion Connections

We are a Kansas City nonprofit that serves individuals with developmental disabilities by creating access to meaningful employment and inclusive opportunities.

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Have you purchased your tickets yet? 🎭🩵

Cinderella is almost here! Our cast has been working hard to bring this magical, one‑night‑only performance to life. ✨ Get tickets and explore sponsorship opportunities: https://t.co/f6RG04hp7V

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March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month! A time to celebrate the talents, determination, and impact of individuals with developmental disabilities. We’re proud to support inclusive opportunities and communities where everyone belongs.

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We’re incredibly grateful to receive a $20,000 grant from @WeAreFarmers. This support helps individuals with IDD grow, learn, and truly thrive. A heartfelt thank you to Laura Pinkepank for believing in inclusion and our mission.

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Swing Into Spring with us! ⚾🌷
Grab any 2 Spring or Sports bandana and we’ll throw in a FREE Royals Jumbo
Now that’s a home run!

Get this offer online at https://t.co/CaOqSmuDZd - make sure to add the Royals Jumbo to your cart!
📍 2073 E Santa Fe St, Olathe, KS

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Hey Joco! It's the LAST DAY to nominate us!

Nominate us for Best of Johnson County in:
Best Nonprofit
Best Pet Supply Store
Best Shop for Pets

Your nomination helps our mission reach even more people: https://t.co/73Y208lDxE

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Another wonderful year celebrating art, creativity, and community! 🎨

We loved seeing such a great turnout at our Second Annual Art Show. Our students were so proud to share their creations!

Thank you to Susan Righter for guiding our artists and @SweetTeesCoffee for hosting!

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for your time, your interest, and your commitment to understanding the importance of inclusive pathways to employment and independence.

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We were honored to welcome Kansas legislators to Inclusion Connections for a tour of our programs. They explored the transition academy, saw where students build vital job and life skills, and even helped cut out dog treats alongside our students.

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Thank you to Representative David Buehler, Representative Mike King, Representative Susan Ruiz, Representative Angela Stiens, Representative Allen Reavis, Representative Melissa Oropeza, Representative Lauren Bohi and Lobbyist Steve Greene

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@thekccurrent

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Kickoff is March 14! ⚽🐶 Stay current with our KC Current bandanas and treats and get ready to chant KC Baby!
Shop all season long online at https://t.co/arvJ8fAsnT or in‑store at 2073 E Santa Fe St, Olathe 🩵

And a special thanks to KC Current hype legend for stopping by!

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To all our Top Model teams, thank you for the work you put in, the donors you inspired, and the impact you made. Your commitment strengthens Inclusion Connections, and we’re grateful for everything you did to make this year's gala a success.

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Meet our 2026 FashionAbility Gala Top Model Winners: Nicole & Grace Beaver and student Isabela Bowlin!
This powerhouse trio raised an incredible $35,876!

🥈 Runner-Up:
Greg Highbarger with student Matthew Horn raised $30,057!

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🥇 Most Supporters
Congratulations to Matt & Cory Blue with student Rachel Zink for reaching 102 individual donors!

🥈 Runner-Up:
Jill Maloney & Courtney Oddo with student Anna Weinand with 101 supporters!

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Let’s go, Mavs! 💙🧡
Our students had the best night cheering on the @kc_mavericks 🏒 Huge thank you to Mark IV Investments and Andrew Carroll for gifting the tickets to make it happen!

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Turner Ceramic Tile, Tyler Technologies, UMB Bank, Azura Credit Union, Electrical Associates LLC, Senator Doug Shane, and Ad Astra Realty

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A record‑breaking gala and $1.1+ million raised! None of it would have been possible without the commitment and generosity of our sponsors and this incredible community. Your support creates opportunities for our students every day, and we’re so thankful for you.

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McCalla Law, Method Healthcare, Michael and Brandy Rea Family Foundation, MSI, Nabholz, Oddo Development, Phil and Ashley Mason, Poole Fire and Protection, RT Specialty, Sage Restoration, Segra, Steve and Patty Schlagel, Straub Construction, Terracon, The Banks Family,