Together, We Raised $587K for Bright Futures!

What began as a $300,000 goal became an extraordinary demonstration of community generosity and belief in our mission.  

Thanks to the remarkable support of donors, partners, and champions across our community, our $300K for 300 Kids: Transforming Lives initiative raised an incredible $587,408 — nearly doubling our original goal — making it the most successful fundraising effort in our organization’s history.  

We are deeply grateful to everyone who made this achievement possible. Your generosity means that 587 additional learners can access the specialized, confidence-building instruction they need to thrive. Together, we are advancing equity, expanding access, and building brighter futures for neurodivergent learners.  

What Your Support Makes Possible 

Funds raised through this campaign will go directly to our Bright Futures Bursary Fund, helping to remove financial barriers for children, youth, and adults with learning and brain-based differences.  

With less than 5% of our funding coming from any government source, the generosity of donors and grantors – during this campaign and throughout the year –  is essential to our work. Because of you:

• Hundreds more learners will receive individualized, research-informed learning support  
• Families facing financial, geographic, or systemic barriers can access services without delay  
• Confidence, skills, and lifelong learning outcomes are strengthened for learners of all ages

“Because of the Bright Futures Bursary Fund, my children are getting the support they need to feel safe, confident, and capable again — and that has given our family hope during a very difficult time.” Parent and Bright Futures Bursary recipient

We extend our deepest thanks to our entire community for contributing to this outstanding result. Your belief in our mission fuels real and lasting change — uplifting learners and families and helping make inclusive education accessible to all.  

With gratitude and in community,  
– Rachel S. Forbes, Executive Director

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