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When told that your child has a disability, your path as a parent is forever changed. There will be ups & downs, twists & turns. VELA is here to walk with you. To support you in becoming your child's greatest expert so that, together, you can be
Vibrant.Empowered.
Limitless.Able. 

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ABOut us

Since 2011, our vision has been to create a community where all families of children with disabilities thrive. Through our programming, VELA gives families knowledge, empowerment, resilience and community to create their brightest futures.  Check out our 2023 Impact Report.  Through the parent, for the child. Read more here.

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PROGRAMs

Do you have a child with a disability? It can be confusing and overwhelming. Through our hands-on group courses, case management sessions, workshops and family events, VELA supports parents of children with disabilities in becoming their child's greatest expert.  We are here to walk this journey with you. All programming is at no cost to families and available in Spanish or English. Check out our 2024 Spring Flyer.  

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GET INVOLVED

Want to make a difference in the lives of families with disabilities? As a homegrown nonprofit, your sponsorship and donations help us continue to expand our reach to families. There are many ways for you or your group to join us in creating a community where all families thrive. Become a volunteer, sponsor or donor today. Learn how to get involved.

VELA's Impact in the Community

In 2021, families of children with disabilities struggled with missed special education services, delayed diagnostic evaluations, disability stigma, community isolation and more. In response, VELA showed up bigger and better by expanding our geographic reach and services!

Check out our 2023 Impact Report here!

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CREATING ACCESS FOR MORE FAMILIES

Our virtual programming allowed us to serve families across 84 zip codes! Now, any family of a child with a disability can join us from anywhere! Check out our 2022 Impact Report here!

2023 Funders and Sponsors

We are so grateful to our 2023 Funders and Sponsors! This includes grantors and corporate partners and sponsors.
Click here to learn how you can join us!

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Child Neurology Consultants of Austin

Carl. C & Marie Jo Anderson Charitable Foundation

UT Health Austin Pediatric Neurosciences

MAYA Consulting

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Premier Family Physicians

Pediatrix

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Garrison Family Foundation

Shield Ayres Foundation

Northwest Sertoma

Ascension

Superior HealthPlan

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Charles Schwab

Toyota of North Austin

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Austin’s First Steps

Austin Community Foundation

HEB

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Cigna Foundation

Regions Bank

Donald D. Hammill Foundation

Modern Pediatrics

PCSI

Google

Microsoft

UT Austin LEAD Initiative

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