Organizations Supporting Children With Disabilities
Below are 12 respected U.S. organizations dedicated to supporting children with disabilities. These groups provide services ranging from early intervention and therapy to advocacy, education, inclusion, leadership development, and medical care for children and their families.
Top U.S. Organizations Serving Children With Disabilities
Easterseals
Provides early intervention, therapy services, inclusive education programs, and family support nationwide. A long-standing leader in direct services and disability advocacy.
🔗 https://www.easterseals.com
The Arc
Advocates for the human rights and full inclusion of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through a strong network of state and local chapters.
🔗 https://thearc.org
United Cerebral Palsy (UCP)
Offers early intervention, assistive technology, inclusive education, and family support for children with cerebral palsy and other disabilities.
🔗 https://ucp.org
Special Olympics – Young Athletes Program
Introduces children ages 2–7 to inclusive sports activities that build physical, cognitive, and social skills in a supportive environment.
🔗 https://www.specialolympics.org/young-athletes
Shriners Hospitals for Children
Delivers free, specialized pediatric medical care—including orthopedic care, cleft lip and palate repair, and spinal treatment—regardless of a family’s ability to pay.
🔗 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org
March of Dimes
Supports research, education, and advocacy focused on preventing birth defects and improving outcomes for children born with disabilities.
🔗 https://www.marchofdimes.org
National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS)
Promotes inclusion and provides education, advocacy, and support for individuals with Down syndrome and their families across the United States.
🔗 https://www.ndss.org
National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD)
Advocates for equitable education policy and provides resources to families and educators supporting children with learning disabilities.
🔗 https://www.ncld.org
Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA)
Delivers support, advocacy, and educational resources for children and adults with learning disabilities and their families.
🔗 https://ldaamerica.org
American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD)
An international network of professionals advancing policy, research, and systems that support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
🔗 https://www.aaidd.org
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)
An autistic-led organization promoting disability rights, inclusive public policy, and accurate media representation for autistic individuals.
🔗 https://autisticadvocacy.org
CURE International Children’s Hospitals
Operates children’s hospitals around the world, providing free surgical care for conditions such as hydrocephalus, cleft lip and palate, and encephalocele. Founded in Michigan with a global mission.
🔗 https://cure.org
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