FAQs - The Able Trust

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I find a job in my community?

The best place to start is by getting connected to employment services in your area. Click here to see a list of career service providers in Florida. If you don’t see a provider that covers your area, please contact Leanne Rexford at [email protected].

Can The Able Trust help me/my family member get a job?

The Able Trust is not a direct employment service provider. However, we have relationships with Vocational Rehabilitation and nonprofit organizations throughout the state with which we are glad to connect you. Click here to see a list of career service providers in Florida. If you don’t see a provider that covers your area, please contact Leanne Rexford at [email protected].

I want to learn how to start an ABLE account, can you help me?

We are often confused with ABLE United which is the organization that manages ABLE accounts. They are a wonderful partner to The Able Trust, and you can find more information on their website: www.ableunited.com.

Can The Able Trust help with funding for my organization?

The first 30 years of our history has been focused on grant making to local nonprofits. However, through our recent strategic planning process and research, we have determined that our resources can have a greater impact when we work as a convener and capacity builder. There may be opportunities for your organization to partner with us on testing a potential solution for closing the disability workforce participation gap. The best way to receive information about these opportunities is to join our mailing list. Click here to join.

Can The Able Trust help my business find people with disabilities to hire?

The Able Trust is not a direct employment service provider. However, we have relationships with Vocational Rehabilitation and nonprofit organizations throughout the state who work directly with Floridians with disabilities who are seeking employment. We would love to get you connected. Please give us a few details on the type of positions you would like to fill by completing this short form.

Can The Able Trust help my organization connect with businesses who want to hire people with disabilities?

The Able Trust is building a network of businesses, employment service providers, and educators for this very purpose. Let us know if you would like to learn more about the Able Network and becoming a member. Contact Leanne Rexford at [email protected] for details.

Can The Able Trust speak to my organization, at our conference, meeting, etc.?

We would love the opportunity to speak to your organization, or at an event, or meeting. Let us know when and where, and we’ll find the right team member to be in touch with you. Click here to compete our speaker request form.

Does The Able Trust provide any training?

We frequently hold webinars which are open to the public and free. The best way to learn about these offerings is by joining our mailing list. We can also customize training to fit your particular needs. To learn more about this opportunity, contact Leanne Rexford at [email protected].

How can my organization partner with The Able Trust?

If you’re looking for guidance on becoming inclusive or working towards making a community impact regarding disability employment, we would love to connect with you. Send us an email at [email protected] and let us know how you’re involved in expanding disability employment in your community.
We believe in collective impact and are creating the Able Network which includes businesses, providers, and educators for this very purpose. Let us know if you would like to learn more about the Able Network and becoming a member. For information, contact Leanne Rexford at [email protected].
If you are seeking sponsorship of an event, let us know your plans and the sponsorship opportunities you are offering. We review these on a quarterly basis. Awards can range from $500 to $5,000 depending on the number of requests we receive during the quarter. Forward your sponsorship details to [email protected].

How can I support the mission of The Able Trust?

Your support of The Able Trust ensures Floridians with disabilities have opportunities to gain meaningful employment. Your tax-deductible donation supports employment opportunities for youth and adults with disabilities through programs, activities, initiatives and collaborations of The Able Trust.