Churches and other faith-based organizations want to welcome everyone, but many do not know how to reach out and create comfortable environments for people with disabilities. The Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities has approved funding for four projects focusing on developing inclusive faith-based communities.
The Texas Connector, an online, interactive mapping tool, was launched in September 2012 to help communities, state and local governments, funders and nonprofit leaders meet the state’s growing needs.
Texas Senator Kirk Watson announced Friday that the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities awarded grants for five three-year projects to improve opportunities for people with disabilities in Texas.
The Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities recently awarded funds for three grant projects that started in February.