Inclusion Resources & Partner Programs

It takes the entire community

And we happen to be members of a great one.

From the inclusive community wellness programs that build healthy bodies to the high-quality education opportunities that build strong minds and futures, and to comprehensive social services that build strong souls – we are working together to build a healthier Milwaukee. We thank our community partners recognized below for their partnership and their own missions to help all live a thriving, inclusive lifestyle.

Questions about our partner programs?

Contact Renee Hundt, Director of Special Needs & Inclusion , at 414-967-8206.

Partnering Programs

Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin (DSAW)
Protecting the rights of people with disabilities statewide. Their mission is to advance the dignity, equality, and self-determination of people with disabilities. Learn more about our Wellness 360 program with DSAW.
https://disabilityrightswi.org/

Friendship Circle of Wisconsin
Providing support, friendship, and opportunities to include individuals with disabilities in our community. Focused on goal-oriented therapeutic care and creating an inclusive community where all individuals are valued regardless of the challenges they face.
https://www.fcwi.org/

Miwaukee Diaper Mission
Milwaukee Diaper Mission, a nonprofit organization, empowers families in need by providing a reliable source of free diapers & period supplies.
https://www.milwaukeediapermission.org/

The Ability Center
Building a community where all abilities are provided a universal opportunity for health, wellness, and recreation. View our Events calendar to see when the next Ability Open Gym is, for youth & adults ages 10+ in our very own Marcus Gym.
https://tacwi.org/

Pink Umbrella Theater Company
The first professional theater company in Milwaukee with a focus on hiring disabled actors and artists. Actors and artists who identify as having a physical, intellectual, or emotional disability are welcome to join and create a space that is inclusive and accessible for all.
https://www.pinkumbrellatheater.org/

Upstream Arts
Upstream Arts provides programming for youth and adults with mild to severe cognitive, developmental, and physical disabilities. Learn more about our one-week specialty partner camp.
https://www.upstreamarts.org/

Upcoming Ability Open Gyms

Location: Marcus Gym
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Wheelchair and adaptive sports can be scary – especially if it’s your first time. The Ability Center is helping to remove the fear and offer our community an opportunity to play together in an inclusive, non-competitive, friendly environment where your friends, family, peers, and colleagues can join you to play in a “different pair of shoes.” Everybody plays at Ability Open Gym and we hope you’ll join us to try something new, disability or not!