Connecting Point of Park Cities: Promoting Inclusion for Adults with Disabilities

Mission of Connecting Point

• 🎯 Connecting Point of Park Cities aims to promote inclusion and community engagement for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• 💡 The organization emphasizes the importance of raising awareness about the needs of individuals with disabilities, especially after they age out of the public school system.

Hopefest: A Celebration of Achievements

• 🌟 Hopefest, founded in 2017, is Dallas's premier charity event celebrating Connecting Point's achievements and the accomplishments of its "teammates" (individuals served).
• 💰 The event has successfully raised over $1.2 million dollars to date, with continuous growth each year.
• 🤝 It fosters community support by bringing people together to celebrate, engage, and advocate for the individuals served.

Impact on Families and Community

• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The program provides crucial community support for adults with disabilities, enabling them to maintain a typical day of life, which is especially important for aging parents.
• 💬 It addresses the loss of community and networking opportunities for both individuals with disabilities and their parents after exiting the school system.

Supporting Hopefest

• 🗓️ Hopefest is scheduled for Thursday, April 24th, at Happiest Hour in the Harwood District.
• 🎶 The event will feature a chef-prepared buffet, a silent auction, and live music by Straight Tequila Knight, specializing in '90s country music.
• 📣 The event aims to build awareness and encourage support from donors and the wider community.