RCE Foundation Inc

Results: Since 2020 RCE Foundation has partnered with Five Fish Foundation to support the various programs they implement. We co-developed the Dads Support Group which provides monthly get-together webinars to Dads of children who are differently abled. In October 2021, due to our continuous drive of mutual compassion to help individuals with developmental learning challenges succeed in our communities, we donated to Five Fish Foundation in hopes to better assisting those in need. In October 2021 RCE Foundation also partnered with the Achievement Academy. We donated new technology to help provide children access to alternative learning programs and tools that cater to them. In November 2021, RCE foundation proudly partnered with The Cygnet School in efforts of maximizing the success of ultimately providing thousands of amazing talented children the resources needed to nurture any learning or health challenges so they could develop efficiently and reach their full potential. In December 2021, we held our first Fundraising Gala to provide funds through our Family Grant & Scholarship Fund program. These funds assist families with socio-economic and cultural challenges that hinder their ability to access the various intervention services and the necessary equipment and supplies they need. Two recipients received $10,000 each toward needed therapy. In December 2021, RCE Foundation donated $20,000 to Beyond the Spectrum Education Center in Sarasota, Florida. The funds were used to build a much needed play area for the students In May 2022, we held our first Pickleball Unities Tournament in South Carolina. We embarked in a partnership with Daniel Island Country Club to host the tournament. The proceeds were raised for the Five Fish Foundation and our Family Grant & Scholarship Fund. Representatives of the RCE Foundation also attended the PowerPlay NYC’s annual Golf & Tennis fundraising tournament in support of empowering girls to believe they can accomplish anything athletically and in life completely. In April 2023, we held our second annual Fundraising Gala to continue providing funds to the recipients applying through our Family Grant & Scholarship Fund program. These funds assist families with socio-economic and cultural challenges that hinder their ability to access the various intervention services and the necessary equipment and supplies Currently, RCE Foundation is developing a new partnership with another local not-for-profit organization. Plans are being worked on for a 2023 Kickball Tournament and a 2023 Pickleball Tournament. Both tournaments would involve the participation of some local adults who have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.

Target demographics: and support families with socio-economic and cultural challenges that hinder their ability to access the necessary Intervention Services

Geographic areas served: Lakeland, Florida

Programs: RCE Foundation Family Grant and Scholarship Fund; Dad's Support Group and Parent Advocacy Program.