Creating life-changing solutions so that people with disabilities can
live, learn, work and play.

No matter what holiday you do or don't celebrate, this season is
usually a time of reflection. We make our wishes. We make our to-do
lists. We consider our resolutions.

When we think about next year and the years to come, all we want is
inclusion for people with disabilities.

Perhaps because it isn't a material wish, this seems like a big
ask. But is it? Throughout our lives, we've seen the goodwill and
intentions of so many people and communities. After Cole's spinal cord
injury in 2011 and through our advocacy on social media for disability
rights, we have had the privilege of listening to countless stories
from disabled people, and we've heard many different ideas that paint
a very attainable vision for the future. That's why we're
writing to you today, and it is why we support Easterseals'
mission toward full inclusion, equity, and access for people with
disabilities.

For Easterseals, inclusion means providing on-the-ground supports for
people with disabilities, like healthcare and employment services so
we can thrive in our communities.

For us, inclusion also means advocating in Washington, D.C. to ensure
the issues vital to disabled people are front and center.

What would happen if all of us who wish for inclusion in the new year
took even the smallest action in that direction? You can start today
with a small donation before 2024 begins.

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We all have a vision of what could be possible. Storytelling brings
those visions to life, and it is a powerful tool. For this reason,
we're passionate about our work through our YouTube channel,
social media, and disability advocacy, using storytelling as an
important agent for change. This work brings up a series of important
questions.

What story are we telling our communities about the future? What
stories are we telling about ourselves? What stories do you see about
people with disabilities in your community? How does that impact you
or those you care about?

These questions matter. If we had seen and heard stories from people
with disabilities earlier, and had seen communities come together for
the common good and share our wish for a more inclusive and accessible
world, maybe we wouldn't feel so alone.

Imagine if we started today to make this vision a reality - even
if it's just sharing with your friends and family that you want
more inclusion in the new year. Give today and let people know about
Easterseals' work and how they can help, too.

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Share authentic perspectives and stories directly from people with
disabilities.

Let's write new stories of access and inclusion in 2024
together.

Signed,
Cole and Charisma Sydnor

Cole is sitting in a wheelchair with Charisma hugging him from behind
in front of a festive Christmas tree. They are both smiling and Cole
is wearing a Santa hat.


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