20 Years of Heroes: A Night to Remember at the Annual Gala A heartfelt thank-you goes out to our fundraising teams whose energy and generosity made this year’s success possible: Frankie’s Fans, Acker Backers, Team BOGO, Team Kindness, The Friendship Circle’s Community Day & Walk for Friendship brought record-breaking energy, generosity, and heart to this year’s celebration — uniting families, friends, and neighbors for a day dedicated to inclusion, friendship, and community spirit. Thanks to our incredible community of supporters, this year’s event raised more funds than ever before in Friendship Circle history, supporting programs that foster inclusion, friendships, and meaningful connections for individuals with special needs. The day began with a fun-filled carnival and community barbecue, where families enjoyed games, food, and activities, followed by the Walk for Friendship, where participants of all ages walked side by side to celebrate unity and support a life- changing cause.
Max’s Mitzvah Team, Team Maya, Be Amazing: Angela + Roxy, Kiran’s Buddies, Junior Class Council, Yontan, Team Charlie, Elle’s Team, Team Laya, and Team Ford.
“This event is more than a walk — it’s a celebration of friendship, inclusion, and the power of coming together,” said Friendship Circle organizers. “Each step taken today represents another step toward a world that values and embraces every individual.”
As the sun set on this unforgettable day, one thing was clear: Friendship Circle’s community continues to walk hand in hand toward a future filled with friendship, inclusion, and love.The joy, laughter, and generosity we witnessed remind us that when we come together, we can make a real difference. We look forward to seeing this spirit of friendship grow even stronger next year. 8 We Walked for Friendship: A Record-Breaking Celebration of Community 9
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