Friendship Foundation
Nonprofit
Friendship Foundation's mission is to transform the lives of people with special needs, their families, volunteers, and eventually society. We support families who have children with special needs with the belief that every person is precious and capable of love, connection, and friendship.
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Submitted Ideas
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Idea about how to make LA a better place to connect, submitted by this organization in the 2020 challenge.
Make LA the best place to CONNECT
One of five LA2050 Goals
Our region is a place where every resident has the opportunity to engage and interact with other Angelenos and are empowered to contribute meaningfully in civic processes.
In 2050, Los Angeles will be the most civically engaged region in the U.S., with multiple online and offline platforms for residents to voice their opinions and influence elected officials, decision-makers, and local government. Our region’s voting rates and volunteerism will lead the nation, and an expanded network of transportation options will facilitate the easy flow of people and ideas.
Friendship Clubs: Building Community for ALL Children
Friendship Clubs are school-sanctioned clubs located in 40 high schools, middle schools, and elementary schools throughout the South Bay, where children with special needs are paired with their peers in general education once or twice each week to eat lunch, socialize, play games, and attend school events as a group--an event full of fun, peer interaction. Learn more