Gate - Gateway to Independence

“Miscellaneous 2,881 total 2,881”

“Expenses general liability 2,781 officer and director 1,094 office supplies 506 professional dues 1,375 post office box rental 60 miscellaneous 4,079 state tax/filing fees 201 promotional fees 133 postage 145 participant expenses 2,452 paypal fees 5 website 150 aktion club 630 other supplies 386 non-investment depreciation 313 total 14,310”

“Equipment 5,386 5,386 less accumulated depreciation 4,612 4,925 total 774 461”

“The gate- gateway to independence assists young adults with severe disabilities to achieve independence by providing them with social and pre-vocational activities. Participants enter the program between the ages of 22-30 but may remain in the program as long as they wish. The participants come together several days each week with staff and volunteers from the community to enjoy each others company and to use skills that foster independence. The focus of the program is on each individuals abilities and on developing a community of people who appreciate and care about each other. Just as important, the gate provides a respite service to the family/caretaker who is able to leave the participant with us knowing that they are in a safe and nurturing environment. For many families, this is the only respite they have. Without this program , most of these young adults face a life of isolation and exclusion. The gate is a model of what an inclusive community can be. The program is funded through donations, fund raisers and grants.”

“The gate- gateway to independence assists young adults with severe disabilities to achieve independence by providing them with social and pre-vocational activities. Participants enter the program between the ages of 22-30 but may remain in the program as long as they wish . The participants come together several days each week with staff and volunteers from the community to enjoy each others company and to use skills that foster independence. The focus of the program is on each individuals abilities and on developing a community of people who appreciate and care about each other. Just as important, the gate provides a respite service to the family/caretaker who is able to leave the participant with us knowing that they are in a safe and nurturing environment. For many families, this is the only respite they have. Without this program , most of these young adults face a life of isolation and exclusion. The gate is a model of what an inclusive community can be. The program is funded through donations, special events and grants. The programs serve 30 participants which provides a respite for 60 parent/caretakers. There are 12 college student volunteers who receive community service hours for their volunteer work at the program.”