Thank you for joining us in this tradition and for proving, once again, that when we come together, we can make sure no one feels forgotten during the holidays.
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This year, 79 people have shared 280 essential needs with us. Together, we can make sure every single one is fulfilled before December 22.
Your generosity ensures that EPI can continue restoring and enhancing critical services for those who need them most. Together, we can make an even greater impact in the coming year.
We're excited to highlight Christian, who has been honored with the 2025 Iowa APSE Personal Achievement Award!
Our 2025 More Than You See event was an incredible night of advocacy, inclusion and celebration. Under twinkling lights and a warm summer sky, attendees came together to support the belief that every person - regardless of ability - deserves to be seen, heard, and empowered.
At Exceptional Persons, Inc. (EPI), every dollar you give supports EPI's greatest needs - supporting someone to gain independence, find meaningful employment, live safely at home, or connect with their community. Your support is powerful, and we're making a change that will help your investment go even further.
With this new stability in place, Eric set his sights on another personal goal: finding meaningful work. He partnered with our Employment Services team, and together they searched for a role that matched his interests and talents.
Get ready to celebrate inclusion, advocacy, and community at More Than You See (MTYS), EPI's signature benefit event, on Thursday, June 19, 2025, from 6:00 - 9:30 PM at River Place Plaza in downtown Cedar Falls.
When you walk into the local Hampton Inn on any given morning, there's a good chance you'll be greeted by a warm smile and a cheerful, "Good morning!" from Aquaia. She'll probably ask where you're traveling from, and for just a moment, your day will feel a little brighter, because someone saw you, welcomed you, and made you feel at home.
Did you know? 75% of adults in Iowa on Medicaid are working. Meet David - just one of many hardworking individuals thriving thanks to our heavily Medicaid-supported employment services! With guidance and encouragement, David turned two job offers into a dream career which could lead to his decreased reliance on Medicaid going forward.
We need your help to make these critical housing updates a reality. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps us move closer to a world where accessibility is the norm, not the exception.
Thank you for making this holiday season warmer, brighter, and full of hope. We look forward to continuing this tradition of kindness and giving in the years to come.
By making a year-end contribution to the Exceptional Persons, Inc., you can ensure that individuals in your community have access to vital resources and support that empowers them to thrive.
This season, there are 338 needs for 99 individuals we support, each representing a meaningful opportunity to make someone's holiday a little brighter.
Receiving the APSE Iowa Employer Award is a fitting tribute to Melanie Zimmerman's exceptional dedication to disability inclusion in employment.