BroadFutures

This week we welcomed employers, partners, and community members to our offices for an exciting event full of networking, collaboration, and commnity building! We thank everyone who came out to get to know BroadFutures better. We look forward to seeing you at more events in the future!

We are excited to announce our partnership with Booz Allen Hamilton as they pilot their Neurodiversity Internship Program with us! We are searching for motivated, qualified candidates today! Apply at broadfutures.org to be considered.

Today is International Day of Persons with Disabilities! BroadFutures seeks to honor all disabled people by advancing workplace equity and showcasing the inherent potential of neurodiverse youth. Take today to celebrate disability and neurodiversity!

Join us for a virtual info session tomorrow! Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0qdumvrzkuG90Yx0IT6Jr6u9MwGjhGMBBM?_x_zm_rtaid=qmqDD1CkTsWtjcKSYGa7eQ.1701281083418.ba59eb19a4954c8e0b625f0fe0fdd53c&_x_zm_rhtaid=751 #/registration

Thank you so much to everyone that has given so far! We've raised over $1,000 dollars thanks to your support for . There is still time to donate during Spur Local's Power Hours: give between 7pm and 8pm to keep BroadFutures on the Spur Local leaderboard! Go to givelocaltogether.org/o/broadfutures to donate.

There is still time to give!!! We've reached the second to last power hour, give now to boost the impact of your donation and support BroadFutures. Donate here: https://www.givelocaltogether.org/o/broadfutures?blm_aid=0

Thank you to everyone who has supported our campaign so far! We've raised over $1,000!!! To boost the impact of your donation, giveduring Spur Local Power Hours! Right now BroadFutures is #14 on the leaderboard, donate between 12:00pm and 1:00pm to raise our ranking even higher 🥳 Donate here: https://www.givelocaltogether.org/o/broadfutures?blm_aid=0

Giving Tuesday has arrived! Support BroadFutures' campaign by donating at givelocaltogether.org/o/broadfutures today!! To have the greatest impact, give during the Spur Local Power Hours: 9-10am, 12-1pm, 3-4pm, and 7-8 pm! This will BOOST our donations. Check back in on our social media for more updates throughout the day 🥳 Thank you for giving!

We hope you had a lovely Thanksgiving spent with loved ones enjoying this season of fellowship!

Interested in learning more about our programs? Join us for an Info Session on 11/30 to learn what makes our programs unique. Register at this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0qdumvrzkuG90Yx0IT6Jr6u9MwGjhGMBBM

Learn more about how employers are meeting the needs and providing greater accommodations for neurodiverse people in the workforce. Read more here: https://www-forbes-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.forbes.com/sites/meimeifox/2023/11/16/inclusively-raises-13-million-to-improve-workplace-accommodations/amp/

Meet Jordan! Jordan Miller is our wonderful Advancement Director here at BroadFutures. The work she does supports the communications and advancement strategy that allows us to achieve our mission. Jordan shared that she most enjoys “exploring and creating unique opportunities to increase engagement for our generous donors, employers, and alumni parents in a meaningful and impactful way.” We appreciate all that you do, Jordan!

Apply today to be considered for our Winter Program!! Go to broadfutures.org/join-us to learn more.

Giving Tuesday is coming up! Make sure to support BroadFutures’ campaign today! Go to givelocaltogether.org/o/broadfutures to give 🥳

Reminder: Our Winter application deadline is approaching! Only five days left! Apply today at broadfutures.org/join-us

Spur Local’s Community Changemakers event was a great success! Thank you for all who came out to learn about and celebrate social impact! And thank you again to for sponsoring this event.

Support BroadFutures’ 10-for-10 campaign as part of Spur Local”s efforts. We recently celebrated our 10th Anniversary and we are honoring the last decade of service by raising $10,000 for another 10 years this Giving Tuesday! If you missed the opportunity to support our celebration, consider donating to our Giving Tuesday campaign at givelocaltogether.org/o/broadfutures

Thank you again to everyone who supported and attended our 10th Anniversary Celebration on October 21st! The event was a great success!!! With an overall total of $303,863 raised! We invite you to watch the video recap of the night at BroadFutures’ Youtube page or at this link: youtube.com/watch?v=UZrgfLUg9Uk

This year, BroadFutures was recognized as a critical nonprofit by (formerly the Catalogue for Philanthropy) and on November 8th, we will be tabling at Spur Local’s Community Changemaker event! Join us tomorrow night for an evening of celebrating local social impact. To register, go to: dcchangemakers.org/event-info/community-changemakers-2023 and use the code COMMUNITY23 to receive 20% off your ticket purchase. We hope to see you there!

We were thrilled to have our CEO, Carolyn Jeppsen, present and launch the Lesley University 2023-2024 Thought Leadership Series, where she had the opportunity to share our innovative model and the value neurodiversity brings to the workplace. Thank you Lesley University for hosting a wonderful event!

Prospective applicants— We have extended our deadline for our Winter ‘24 Application to November 15! If you’re interested in being a member of our cohort apply at broadfutures.org/join-us

This weekend friends, alumni, supporters, and honorees came together to celebrate 10 Years of BroadFutures! With the support of our generous donors we were able to surpass all of our fundraising goals, raise $25,000 more than last year, and increase attendance by 25%!! Thank you again for supporting BroadFutures! Stay tuned for more photos and video recaps from the celebration! 🎉

The neurodivergent young people we serve are at the heart of our mission. For the past decade each of our amazing interns have shown how transformative having access to adequate supports can be. We look forward to serving more young people and pursuing our mission of workplace equity for all!!

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The day has arrived!!! We can’t wait to celebrate a decade of BroadFutures with you all! There is still time to support by texting 10YEAR to 53-555 or donating at givebutter.com/FvyzVQ 💛

We love our BroadFutures Team!!!! Their dedication to our mission is unmatched! Swipe to read first hand accounts of why BroadFutures matters to our staff 🎉

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We can’t wait to celebrate with all of you! There’s still time to support by donating or buying a ticket for our event at givebutter.com/FvyzVQ 🎉🎊🎉

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As an accredited Gap Year Program, BroadFutures sees gap years as an exciting opportunity to gain experiences and grow strengths! To learn more about the Gap Year Association visit gapyearassociation.org

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Our mission wouldn’t be possible without our Employer Partners! Join us in 3 Days for our Anniversary Celebration!! Support by donating at givebutter.com/FvyzVQ 🎉

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Four days until the 10th Anniversary Celebration! We can’t wait to see you there 🎊🎉 Swipe to look back in more BroadFutures social outings :)

Image Description: This Image is part of a campaign that explains ten reasons to support BroadFutures. Reason #6 is that BroadFutures has fun social outings. Slide one has a photo of six interns on a river boat, slide two shows nine interns taking a group picture outside of Nationals Park baseball stadium. Slide four shows BroadFutures Summer cohort on the river cruise. The final slide has a real background and text that encourages people to donate to BroadFutures at givebutter.com/FvyzVQ

Reminder: Our Regular Admissions deadline is coming up for our Winter Program! Learn more about how to apply at broadfutures.org/join 🎊

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Our Celebration is 5 days away! Today we want to recognize our theater and speech pathology curriculum as one of the many reasons to support BroadFutures! Stay tuned for more updates as we approach our celebration 🎉

Image Description: This image is part of a campaign that explains ten reasons to support BroadFutures. Reason #5 is because of the comprehensive theater curriculum. The image shows two interns holding up purple and blue bandanas in front of a painting.

Our 10th Anniversary Celebration is 1 Week Away! 🎉 Support us today by donating at givebutter.com/FvyzVQ

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This National Disability Employment Awareness Month explore new ways to make your workplace more inclusive. Read more at www.dol.gov

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Part of our mission at BroadFutures is community building. BroadFutures alum, Christian Souvenir, is just one of many who found a sense of belonging with BroadFutures where he interned at AIR . Read Christian’s story at spurlocal.org and learn how to support at givebutter.com/FvyzVQ

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On October 26th BroadFutures will be hosting a networking event for all interested in learning more about us. RSVP today!

Image Description: This image is a blue flyer promoting a BroadFutures networking event called “Coffee and Chat”. In white text it reads: Come learn about our 2024 programs, network, and build community! Email [email protected] to RSVP. The event is from 9:30-11:00 AM on Oct. 26 at 2000 Pennsylvania Ave.

Yesterday was World Mental Health Awareness Day, in celebration of we recognize 10 years of Mindfulness and Metal Health curriculum ! Learn how to support at givebutter.com/FvyzVQ

Image Description: This image is part of a campaign that explains ten reasons to support BroadFutures. Reason #2 is that mindfulness and mental health matter. The photo shows BroadFutures students on colorful red yoga mats with blankets.

As we approach our 10 Year Anniversary Celebration, we want to capture 10 different Reasons to Support BroadFutures! Stay tuned for more content!! Learn how to support at givebutter.com/FvyzVQ

BroadFutures’ CEO, Carolyn Jeppsen, will be speaking at the Autism Inclusion in the Workplace Panel alongside esteemed colleagues on October 12 at 11:00 am. Register at researchautism.org to learn more!