Testimonials

Letters from the parents of "Jack" and "Allie"

The following are letters from a few of our grant receiving families! Names have been changed to "Jack" or "Allie" to protect privacy.

Parent Letter – “Jack” (Age 8) – $1,000

We are incredibly grateful for the $1,000 dollar grant awarded on behalf of our eight-year-old son, “Jack.” This gift covered one full month of private school tuition, allowing us to stay current without falling behind during a tight financial period. This support made a meaningful difference for our family.

Parent Letter – “Allie” (Age 6) – $750

Thank you for providing our six-year-old daughter, “Allie,” with a $750 dollar grant. This covered 25 days of therapy, a cost that had been straining our monthly budget. With these copays covered, we were able to purchase new sensory equipment for home that her therapist recommended. Your support made a real difference in her daily progress.

Parent Letter – “Jack” (Age 12) - $2,500

Thank you for the generous $2,500 dollar grant for our twelve-year-old son, “Jack.” This assistance covered over 83 days of therapy, something we could not have maintained on our own with rising medical expenses. The relief this brought helped us keep his therapy routine steady and allowed us to set aside funds for important dental work we had postponed. Your support gave us stability when we needed it most.

Parent Letter – “Jack” (Age 16) – $3,000

Our family is truly grateful for the $3,000 dollar award for our sixteen-year-old son, “Jack.” This gift paid for three full months of private school tuition, removing a major financial weight during a difficult time. Because of this support, we were able to keep him enrolled without interruption and repair our family vehicle, which is essential for transporting him to school and therapy. We are deeply thankful for your generosity.

Parent Letter – “Allie” (Age 14) – $2,200

We want to express our sincere gratitude for the $2,200 dollar grant for our fourteen-year-old daughter, “Allie.” This covered over 73 days of therapy, allowing her to stay on track with her programs during a time when we were struggling to keep up with costs. The financial relief also allowed us to replace safety equipment in our home that had become essential as she grows. We are truly grateful for your support.

Parents Answer

How has access to therapy or special education made a difference for your child?

"It has definitely helped build Allie's confidence."

"He is improving in his ability to communicate."

"He has improved a lot in communication and social skills. Our family is surprised to see how he approaches them to ask questions. "

"It has improved his social skills, behavior, and learning ability. "

"My son's overall progression has vastly improved due to the resources provided."

"In all aspects of his life, he has progressed to levels we did not expect."

"Such a very huge difference. For the first time he is excited to go to school."

"This grant has given our child access to the therapy and education they need, helping them grow in confidence, learning, and everyday skills."

"ABELS (Academy) set Jack up for success and a love of education vs. fear."

What does this support mean for your family?

"Feeling seen + supported"

"Everything- this is life changing"

"This is a great help since my husband had a significant reduction in hours and still has not found another job."

"It means the world to us. Feeling seen and supported means everything."

"Everything. Our son is our world. His future depends on his growth, progression, and ability to one day become independent."

"It means much more than you will ever know. We are so thankful and grateful."

"This support has eased our financial stress and allowed us to focus on giving our child the care they need without sacrificing other important family expenses."

"I was diagnosed with cancer and am currently unemployed, so this means everything. "

Is there a moment that stands out in your child's progress that you would like to share?

"Her coming home excited about her day with her classmates"

"He speaks more sentences and much more clearly."

"Being able to redirect hard situations. Learning to wait and breathe."

"His ability to express himself has made giant strides."

A standout moment would be US (his parents and classmates) were able to sing Happy Birthday to him without headphones. It was the first time in 6 years."

"The excitement he gets when he wants to learn."

"One of the greatest blessings has been becoming part of such a wonderful community outside of school, where our child has built meaningful connections and our family has found lasting support."

"For the first time, Jack was able to make friends and connections."

Anything you'd like other families or future donors to know?

"Thank you so much!"

"You need to know you are in the best country to support your family."

"This is a very honest foundation and the funds they provide are put to good use."

"Never stop believing in the abilities your child can do."

"These resources are vital to our son, and others who strive to ensure that these beautiful intelligent beings are equipped to one day succeed on their own. These donations are literally life changing for many, including my son. Thank you. We are so grateful!!!"

"Just how much of an impact and difference you are making. Your generosity truly changes lives, and because of your support, families like ours can give our children opportunities they may not have had otherwise. Thank you for believing in them."

"I am eternally grateful!"