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
Join us for our next Pop-Up Story Hour!

This month we'll share stories and real-life examples of ways to celebrate National Good Neighbor Day, coming up on Monday, September 28!

Come listen, learn, and leave inspired with simple ideas you can bring into your own neighborhood.

📅 Thursday, August 20
🕛 Noon ET

Register by visiting the link in our bio!

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School is a season of learning. This month, let's expand that idea beyond the classroom.

Your August Challenge:
📚 Introduce yourself to someone you don't know.
📚 Ask them about something they love.
📚 Learn one thing you'll remember about them.
📚 Share something about yourself in return.

Community grows one conversation at a time.

Small moments like these create stronger neighborhoods where everyone has opportunities to belong and contribute.

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New website. New resources. The same commitment to helping people create lives filled with meaningful connections.

Inclusion Seekers powered by Starfire is growing, and we're so glad you're part of the journey.

Want to support our work? Every action makes a difference. Download the Lifemaking Guide, make a donation, or simply like, share, and follow us.

Visit the link in our bio or head to inclusionseekers.org to get started.

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Sometimes, all it takes is the right opportunity for someone's gifts to shine.

During one of our projects, a young man stepped into the role of welcoming others. His kindness and gift for hospitality helped create an environment where people felt comfortable, valued, and included.

Moments like these remind us that everyone has something meaningful to contribute, and sometimes all that's needed is the chance to share it.

Want to be part of building a community where people can discover and share their gifts? Explore ways to get involved by visiting the link in our bio. inclusionseekers.org/community-connections

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Connection looks like remembering someone's birthday.

Their favorite coffee order.

Asking how that big meeting went.

The little things remind people they're seen.

What's one small way you can let someone know you're thinking of them today?

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There's never been a better time to explore Inclusion Seekers powered by Starfire.

Whether you're looking for practical resources, upcoming events, or new ways to build meaningful relationships, we've created more opportunities than ever to help you get connected.

Want to support our work? Download the Lifemaking Guide, make a donation, or simply like, share, and follow along. Every action helps us build stronger, more connected communities.

Visit the link in our bio or head to inclusionseekers.org to learn more.

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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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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