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Sarasota · Manatee

Inclusive programs for all abilities.

Mission ABLE is a Florida 501(c)(3) committed to providing inclusive recreational, social and educational programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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A small group hiking together on a sunlit forest trail.Programs running every month
Big Waters Land TrustThe HavenAll Friends NetworkInclusion RevolutionManasota BUDSSunnyside VillageHunsader Farms

What ABLE stands for

Programs

How we spend time together.

Mission ABLE is proud to offer our own programming while also partnering with several organizations to provide a wide range of inclusive opportunities for the community.

All programs
Outdoor Warriors group standing together at a Florida campsite with tents pitched among pines.

Outdoor Warriors

A series of outdoor experiences designed for individuals who enjoy being outside, staying active, and trying new things.

Large Monthly Nature Program group gathered by a Florida preserve waterfront with butterfly nets on a bright sunny day.

Monthly Nature Program

A different park or preserve each month. Guided education, hiking, and hands-on outdoor activities.

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Two participants holding sunflowers picked from the Hunsader field.

Rooted & Rising

A hands-on gardening and market program where individuals plant, grow, and sell vegetables & flowers at the Sunnyside Market.

In partnership with:
A small group at an outdoor community event, talking and laughing.

Activities with BUDS

Year-round scheduled programming for people with Down syndrome in partnership with Manasota BUDS.

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Amanda and her brother Joey smiling together — a warm close-up portrait.
Our story

My younger brother, Joey, was born with Down syndrome and has been my best friend and adventure partner my entire life. Mission ABLE was built from a belief that everyone deserves the chance to be included.— Amanda Baar, Executive Director

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Where we are

Growing alongside our community partners.

We are a young organization with big aspirations, based on our active monthly programs, here's our estimated impact for the year.

7
Community partners
150
Individuals impacted
50
Community events
750
Targeted impact moments

We're filing our first Form 990 in 2027 (covering 2026). Our complete financials will live on the financials page.

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$15 a month covers a nature walk outing for one participant.

Recurring giving is the single biggest thing a new nonprofit needs. Monthly giving lets us plan ahead.

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501(c)(3)Tax-deductible · EIN 41-5087818
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