Dear Friend of Our Neighborhood Academy,As we reflect on this past year, one phrase rises above all others: endless possibilities.This year, our young adults didn’t just attend programs — they discovered confidence, independence, and community. So many incredible moments were made possible through your generosity. Here are just a few of the life-changing experiences you helped sponsor this year:ONA SOCIAL CLUBS - BURGER BONANZAThis year, our social clubs continued to be a place where friendships grow and confidence shines. Our restaurant club, which began as a social club called “Burger Bonanza” turned into an unforgettable adventure as our young adults set out to find “the best burger in town.” They learned how to order independently, budget their money, navigate spaces, and practice social interaction. Next, we are taking on a new adventure and searching for the best pizza pie. With your continued support, we are excited to grow all of our social clubs including restaurants and movies! Growing these clubs will provide our young adults the opportunity to expand their connection and joy. Check out our social media for photos and reviews! A HOLE-IN-ONE MOMENT AT OUR PUTTS-FOR-A-PURPOSE GOLF OUTINGA student, who comes to us for job training, joined us at our Putts-For-A-Purpose golf outing this year and did something none of us will ever forget: he got a hole-in-one. The cheers, the pride on his face, the confidence that moment created — it was a reminderthat when opportunity meets encouragement, anything is possible.SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPSThrough our partnerships with the Berkley and Birmingham Schools and their Adult Transition Programs, students gained real-world work experience by helping run our Children’s Boutique and their Hoppy Puppy Dog-Treat Business. They learn responsibility, teamwork, customer service, and pride in meaningful work. Come visit ONA’s Children’s Boutique where we sell clothing, books, and handmade gifts. We’d love to help you find the perfect gift. ONA TRANSITION CLASSESIn our transition classes, students learn the skills that matter most for growing their independence: Life skills, routines, problem-solving, self-advocacy, and workplace readiness. These are the building blocks for a future filled with purpose and dignity.Each of these moments was sponsored by someone who believes in their future. Someone who chose to believe in endless possibilities. Someone like you.Behind every smile, every new skill learned, every first-time experience - there is a donor who said, “YES, I Believe in these young adults.” Your gifts didn’t just fund programs... They opened doors. As we look ahead to the coming year, the possibilities before our students are truly endless - but they depend on continued support from people like you. We have more social clubs, job training opportunities, and community experiences planned than ever before. Most importantly, we have lives to change!We are asking you today to consider making an end-of-year gift to Our Neighborhood Academy. Your tax-deductible donation will directly support the various programs for our young adults with disabilities in the year ahead. From all of us at ONA, and from every young adult whose life you have impacted, thank you for believing in what’s possible. We cannot wait to show you what your generosity will accomplish next year. The possibilities are endless!With deepest gratitude,Allison Greene ONA Founder

Summertime, away from routines, classes and peers, can be especially challenging for students and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. But ONA has a solution! ONA Summer Camp brings joy, laughter, and togetherness to young adults with developmental disabilities, and much-needed respite for their caregivers.ONA Summer Camp offers a selection of entertaining activities which enable students and young adults to maintain socialization skills, foster independence, and form and cement friendships, all in a safe and nurturing space and atmosphere.ONA’s is making palatable, life-changing impacts in the lives of young adults with special needs. All funds go toward offsetting the cost of these events and activities. Our goal is to offer a variety of affordable opportunities that encourage socialization, learning, and skill building for our students.Your donations support the expense related to presenting each of these experiences and opportunities for young adults with intellectual disabilities. ONA provides access to a safe and nurturing space where young adults with developmental disabilities matter and belong, where they enjoy equal access and rights, where they can broaden their skills, build social confidence, gain a sense of independence, and enhance and explore their unique and true potential.

Building Belonging,One Swing at a Time. Our Neighborhood Academy mission is to provide opportunities for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to broaden their skills, increase their social confidence, and gain a greater sense of independence. We accomplish this by offering a robust calendar of social opportunities, classes, and job training courses. Our supporters, people like you, sustain and make possible our work to embrace the uniqueness of each person we assist. Every act of kindness, every dollar, and every moment of your time brings a precious smile to the face of a human being who just wants to be included and given a chance to succeed. Every donation brings us closer to achieving our mission. How you can help power our mission:Donate: Every dollar counts. We use funds to support our social event programming and clubs, classes and workshops to build work and daily living skills, and more.Shop: Visit our Boutique to purchase precious and adorable baby items and craft items made by ONA students.Share: Share our campaign with your friends, family, and on social media. Your advocacy can amplify our impact.Volunteer: Your time and skills can make an impact too.Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.