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Making a Difference

Every day, people like you make a difference in the life of a child at Kennedy Krieger.

Welcome! There are many ways to make a difference in a child’s life, and just as many stories about how people—like you—have helped us fulfill our mission. This blog tells those stories. Check back regularly for inspiring stories, reports from our special events, and information about new initiatives and opportunities for you to get involved.

  1. Lainy LeBow-Sachs

    A Lasting Legacy

    Lainy's 23 years of outreach and fundraising for Kennedy Krieger have inspired thousands to support the Institute.

    Why I Give
  2. Landon Brown, pictured holding an award he received in recognition of his fundraising efforts

    Champion for Kennedy Krieger

    One of the Institute's youngest donors found his passion for sports at Kennedy Krieger.

    Why I Give
  3. Last summer, WIN members raised money for a mobile digital game unit. Back row: Lisa Vogel and Aimee Fulchino. Front row: inpatients using the unit

    For the Good of Others

    WIN's co-presidents are passionate about helping Kennedy Krieger's patients and their families.

    Why I Give
  4. Barbara and Ron Walcher

    Making a Difference, Together

    Early in their marriage, the Walchers found that by living simply, they could give liberally.

    Why I Give
  5. Back row: Nick Cortezi, Leslie Bellavia, and Meg and Lynn Cortezi. Front row: Finn and Ben Bellavia-Cortezi.

    All In for Kennedy Krieger

    Once Ben was on the road to recovery, his family started thinking about how they could help other families at Kennedy Krieger.

    Why I Give
  6. Kennedy Krieger patient Landon with his family

    2019 Gratitude Report

    2019 Gratitude Report: A Celebration of Giving With our annual gratitude report, we honor our donors—the many individuals, families and organizations...

    Why I Give
  7. Oscar Statue

    Autism and the 2019 Oscars: Neurodiversity Efforts in the Film Industry

    Did you know that several of the Oscar-nominated movies this year were perfected by a small group of young adults with autism hired by Marvel Studios...

    Unlocking Potential E-NewsAutism Spectrum Disorders
  8. AFM Story

    When Helping a Friend’s Child Means Helping Children Everywhere

    One of Kennedy Krieger’s newest donors took action to help his coworker’s son—and other children around the world. What would you do if you found out...

    Spotlight on GivingUnlocking Potential E-News

  9. Safeway Foundation Presents Kennedy Krieger Institute with $10,000 Grant

    The Safeway Foundation awarded Kennedy Krieger Institute with a $10,000 grant to support research at the Institute.

    Recent Grants
  10. Wine Walkabout 2018

    Wine Walkabout Raises $43,000 for Kennedy Krieger

    The proceeds benefit research at Kennedy Krieger by Dr. Mark Mahone, director of the Institute’s Department of Neuropsychology.

    Event RecapsUnlocking Potential E-News

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