We are wired for connection and belonging, and as we reflect on 2020, we realize these things are more important than ever.

We are committing this gift in gratitude for the impact PALS has had on our family, in solidarity with the thousands of volunteers who donate their time year after year for the PALS experience, and with the firm belief that our world will be changed for the better through these life-changing inclusive experiences.

At first a seemingly impossible task, we rose to the challenge and developed a remote summit that brought together 53 directors from 16 states for a full weekend of training, development, and connection.

The PALS family is deeply saddened by the loss of a beloved member of our community, Dobbie Kristoff. Along with her identical twin sister, Dobbie co-founded The Howard Fund initiative at PALS, catalyzing a multigenerational bond between her family and our organization.

Nonprofit organizations around the world participate in Giving Tuesday campaigns to help inspire the spirit of giving.

For most families, November means preparing for Thanksgiving, a holiday spent celebrating family, thankfulness, and good food. To our Native American community members, November holds a much greater significance…

We know that our community - now, more than ever - needs connection, needs friendship, and needs hope.

This Down Syndrome Awareness Month, PALS is excited to spread awareness through four distinct initiatives. We hope you’ll celebrate with us all month long! Here’s how you can get involved…

We seized the opportunity to reevaluate every single aspect of camp planning, while continuing to support and serve our community through a summer of trepidation.

We've found that many families see the value in having these critical conversations with their young adults, but are intimidated, and don't know where to begin the discussion.

“The Congratulations Project gives us palpable proof of love circulating through this spectacular global community.”

In the worst of circumstances, we were fortunate for the eagerness and availability of several volunteer leaders who chose to stay involved in a new and unconventional approach to summer.

We’re excited to welcome four new members to the PALS team: Ashley Parish, Kirsty McDonald, Joshua Stroman, and Jordan Rosalyn Henderson. Each of these individuals are taking on new positions this year within the staff team, supported by a generous grant to further our commitment to a world of belonging.