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ASSIST Disability Services

Donate & Volunteer

Help us to continue our mission. Donations encouraged & Volunteers always welcome.
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Make a Tax-Deductible Gift Today

Your donation directly supports the families of children with disabilities — connecting them to life-changing services, tools, and resources. Give in the way that works best for you:
  • Online Giving: Make a one-time donation or a recurring donation with PayPal using the DONATE button below or with Zeffy using the small form on this page.
  • Sponsor a Family: Scroll down to explore our Sponsorship Levels and choose a giving tier that directly funds our service blocks and specialized support.
  • Give by Mail or In Person: We also gladly accept checks, money orders, or cash at events, by appointment, or by mail.* Giving this way helps us to avoid credit card fees — allowing more of your gift to go directly to families.
  • Larger Gifts: For significant contributions, we encourage non-credit card methods when possible, so your impact can go even further.
Every gift brings us closer to a world where inclusion and empowerment are within reach for every family. *Checks and money orders should be made out to ASSIST Disability Services, and mailed to ASSIST Disability Services, 2215 Plank Road, #154, Fredericksburg, VA 22401. For safety, please do not mail cash. All donations are 100% tax-deductible. Please contact your tax professional for tax advice.
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Sponsor Levels

Seed Giver: $10–$49

A little goes a long way. Your donation helps fund basic supplies and print materials for families.
  • Recognized as a valued partner in our Annual Impact Reflection – honoring those who made our work possible.
  • Quarterly “Impact Brief” designed just for supporters, sharing how your generosity changes real lives.

Sensory Spark: $50–$249

Support sensory activities, calming tools, and engagement materials.
  • All Seed Giver perks
  • A personalized donor spotlight on our social media – celebrating your impact with our entire community.
  • Exclusive “Proud Supporter” sticker or magnet – a small but powerful symbol of inclusion and impact.

Guiding Star: $250–$999

Help us provide resource kits, referral support, and family guidance.
  • All Sensory Spark perks
  • Recognized on our website as a Community Supporter, with your name or business logo displayed proudly.
  • Take inclusion on the go! Choose a mug or tote featuring our message of empowerment and support.

Access Ally: $1,000–$2,999

Make adaptive equipment and direct family coaching possible.
  • All Guiding Star perks
  • Receive an exclusive digital badge designed for sharing on your social media profiles or email signature.
  • Join us for an exclusive annual virtual briefing where we share upcoming initiatives, impact stories, and answer your questions.

Family Anchor: $3,000–$5,999

Fund half (or more) of a full 90-day service block for one family.
  • All Access Ally perks
  • Highlighted recognition in our printed Annual Impact Report – a lasting record of the difference you’ve made.
  • Presented with a custom-crafted desk award recognizing your extraordinary commitment to empowering families.

Full Sponsor: $6,000

Fund one full 90-day service block—supporting a family from intake to empowerment.
  • All Family Anchor perks
  • Receive a beautifully framed Full Sponsor Certificate – a formal recognition of your life-changing support.
  • You’ll be highlighted as a mission partner in a personalized donor profile on our website, sharing why your support matters and how it’s changing lives.

Inclusion Champion: $12,000+

Fund two or more full plans, and invest in expanding access to more families.
  • All Full Sponsor perks
  • Recognized as a key supporter during an in-person event program – because real leadership deserves to be seen.
  • Celebrate your impact with a premium collection of exclusive branded gear – created to showcase your role in our mission with pride.

Legacy Luminary: $30,000+

Transform our future. Your investment supports long-term growth, innovation, and expanded reach.
  • All Inclusion Champion perks
  • Leave your legacy by naming a program or resource toolkit – a lasting tribute to your commitment to inclusion and empowerment.
  • Sit at the table where ideas turn into impact – we’ll invite you to collaborate on strategy and vision through focused donor roundtable sessions.
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Join the Monthly Giving Circle

Become a vital part of our community by committing to monthly giving—no matter the amount! Your steady support fuels ongoing services and long-term impact for families who need it most.

Exclusive perks for Monthly Giving Circle members:

  • Up to $25/month:
    • A warm welcome gift: an exclusive sticker celebrating your commitment to inclusion.
  • $26-$50/month:
    • Priority early access to events, workshops, and new program launches—be the first to join and engage.
  • $101-$150/month:
    • A distinctive digital badge displayed on our donor page, showcasing your ongoing dedication.
  • $151-$300/month:
    • Quarterly behind-the-scenes updates with insider stories and upcoming initiatives—delivered just for you.
  • $301+/month:
    • Special recognition during our annual donor appreciation events.
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Local Business Support

There are several ways you can support ASSIST through a local business. Here are a few ideas. We’d love to chat with you about collaborations and partnerships – we love local businesses!

  • Paypal Give at Checkout: Allow your customers to donate during Paypal checkout, and be sure to mention ASSIST in the process. Here is more information from Paypal.
  • Add a charity to your next event: Looking to add a non-profit organization to your next event? We would LOVE to collaborate on how we can help each other and the community.
  • Support disability awareness and accommodation in your store: You can be a model for other local shops by making your store more welcoming for individuals of all ability levels – not to mention opening up additional customers for your bottom line! If you’re not sure where to begin, contact us for details.
  • Cooperative signage & advertising: Let’s work together to inform the community about your support of ASSIST Disability Services. Contact us for details.
  • Direct support: We are happy to recognize businesses who provide direct support to our organization. If you’re interested in supporting ASSIST with your business, let’s talk!
a girl diagnosed with autism with her mother in a rehabilitation center
School teacher and boy using sign language in class
ASSIST Disability Services
Girl with down syndrome making birdhouse in workshop

Volunteer

There are lots of opportunities to volunteer with ASSIST. You can help at events, explore the community, research new tools and ideas, help with our social media efforts, and more. Contact us if you’re interested in volunteering with ASSIST.

Our Supporters

Founding donor:
Judy Thompson

Judy Thompson, ASSIST Disability Services Founding Donor

Individual Supporters:

Business & Community Support: