Connection starts close to home

Communities are strongest when people show up for one another

Building Stronger Local Connections

Too many people, especially people with disabilities, experience isolation and disconnection from the world around them.

Inclusion Seekers helps people build relationships through shared interests, local events, and everyday community life. We believe stronger communities are built person-to-person: neighbors becoming friends, people showing up for one another, and everyone having the chance to participate and contribute.

This is practical, local work rooted in trust, relationships, and human connection. Connection starts close to home.

 

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What is an
Inclusion Seeker?

Anyone who helps create places where people feel connected, welcomed, and part of everyday life.

Disability Support Organizations

How can you be an Inclusion Seeker?

Join a training, attend an event, share your story, or help build stronger connections in your community.

Disability Awareness Programs
Community Inclusion Services
Inclusive Living Support Service
Social Inclusion For People With Disabilities
Nonprofit Disability Organization Ohio
Summer is the perfect time to make a new connection.

Invite a friend for ice cream. Take a walk with a neighbor. Spend an evening at a local event.

Meaningful relationships often begin with a simple invitation.

How will you connect with someone this week? Inclusionseekers.org

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Summer is the perfect time to make a new connection.

Invite a friend for ice cream. Take a walk with a neighbor. Spend an evening at a local event.

Meaningful relationships often begin with a simple invitation.

How will you connect with someone this week? Inclusionseekers.org

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Connection looks like saying, "Want to come with me?"

Sometimes the hardest part of showing up is going alone.

One invitation can turn uncertainty into belonging.

Who will you invite this week? Tag someone below who you can invite!

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Friendly reminder! Our next Pop-Up Story is happening this Friday, July 17 at 12 PM ET.

If you've been looking for a simple way to get involved in your community or wondering how small ideas can grow into something meaningful, you won't want to miss this story. Hear how one neighborhood carnival led to years of connection, friendship, and community, and discover how your own idea could make a difference.

There's still time to save your spot! Register at the link in our bio or visit: https://starfirecouncil-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/4rv4OXwoQh-oakdPoCO-xQ

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Sometimes, all it takes is one invitation.

One community member shared that their journey with Inclusion Seekers powered by Starfire began with an invitation to a Community Design Session. That one "yes" led to new experiences, meaningful relationships, and opportunities to grow in ways they never expected.

"As I became more involved, I learned valuable lessons that helped prepare me for future opportunities and gave me the confidence to take on new challenges."

That's the power of connection. One invitation can lead to something bigger than you imagined.

Ready to take the first step? Explore our upcoming events and discover ways to get involved by visiting the link in our bio. 

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Have you explored our new website yet?

We've created a fresh new space to help you discover everything happening at Inclusion Seekers, powered by Starfire. Explore our work, browse upcoming events, and see how we're building meaningful connections every day.

We can't wait for you to take a look. Visit the link in our bio or go to inclusionseekers.org and explore what's new! 

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What happens when neighbors decide to build something together?

Join us for our next Pop-Up Story on Friday, July 17 at 12 PM ET as we hear how one neighborhood carnival sparked years of connection, friendship, and community. Whether you're looking for inspiration or wondering how to get involved in your own community, this story is a great place to start. You might even leave with an idea for creating a project of your own.

Register at the link in our bio or visit: https://starfirecouncil-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/4rv4OXwoQh-oakdPoCO-xQ

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Chapter One: Be Together

Belonging doesn't begin with grand gestures.

It begins with being together.

Sharing a meal. Working on a project side by side. Showing up in each other's everyday lives.

These simple moments help people feel seen, valued, and connected. Over time, they become the foundation for meaningful relationships.

This week, make time to simply be together. Invite someone to lunch, take a walk, or spend time doing something you both enjoy.

Want to explore more? Download the Lifemaking Guide through the link in our bio or visit inclusionseekers.org/lifemaking.

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Last year, you helped us build a more inclusive world!

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Projects in 2025

Across every partnership, the goal is the same: communities where a person with a disability is known and valued.

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Invested directly in people, families, and local communities

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Where communities adopted and applied this work

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People

Across 17 states and 8 countries participated in training and learning programs