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Legislative priorities help those with physical challenges

Disability doesn’t discriminate. It impacts people of all races, ethnicities, genders, geographic locations, lifestyle and financial statuses. And many times, individuals with disabilities are left without some of the opportunities we take for granted – the chance to find meaningful employment...

SUSAN B. ANTHONY RECOVERY CENTER RECEIVES $250K GRANT FROM THE ABLE TRUST

PEMBROKE PINES, Fla. — Nearly a quarter million dollars was donated by The Able Trust to fund employment programs at The Susan B. Anthony Recovery Center, which helps pregnant women and mothers end the cycle of substance abuse for their families. The Able Trust works as a key leader in the state...

The June 2016 Edition of The Florida Grantor is Now Available

The February 2016 Edition of The Florida Grantor is Now Available

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Florida Chamber Foundation Report Quantifying the Unemployment Rate for Workers with Disabilities

New research released by the Florida Chamber Foundation shows a disproportionately high unemployment rate among Floridians with disabilities. As part of the Chamber Foundation’s Florida Scorecard Research Project, this first-of-its-kind research shows more than 700,000 individuals with...

Florida High School High Tech Program Receives Award

LAKELAND — The Center for Independent Living of Central Florida was recognized as the 2015 Florida High School High Tech program of the year by The Able Trust.

Gainesville-area business leading the way toward an inclusive workforce

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. –West End Animal Hospital is the recipient of The 2015 Ability Award Small Employer of the Year, for its commitment to providing job-shadowing and internship experiences to students in Alachua...

Orlando employer and CEO lead the way toward an inclusive workforce

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Lee Nasehi and Lockheed Martin are among the 2015 Ability Award recipients for their work in helping people with disabilities get to work. Nasehi was presented with the Dr. George Spelios...

Lakeland program breaking down barriers to employment for students with disabilities

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Center for Independent Living of Central Florida was recognized as the 2015 Florida High School High Tech (HSHT) Program of the Year for its administration of the Polk County HSHT...

St. Petersburg program recognized for helping students with disabilities join the workforce

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The St. Petersburg Foundation, a non-profit organization that supports St. Petersburg College by promoting philanthropic partnerships with the community, received the 2015 Beverly...