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NORTH JERSEY ELKS DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AGENCY'S MISSION IS TO ADVANCE THE INDEPENDENCE AND TO ENRICH THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES BY PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES TO CHALLENGE THEMSELVES TO LEARN AND GROW EMOTIONALLY AND FUNCTIONALLY IN EDUCATIONAL, THERAPEUTIC AND VOCATIONAL ENVIRONMENTS WITHIN AN ATMOSPHERE OF ACCEPTANCE.

Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA), a congressionally chartered veterans service organization founded in 1946, has developed a unique expertise on a wide variety of issues involving the special needs of our members veterans of the armed forces who have experienced spinal cord injury or dysfunction. PVA will use that expertise to be the leading advocate for: - Quality health care for our members - Research and education addressing spinal cord injury and dysfunction - Benefits available as a result of our members military service - Civil rights and opportunities which maximize the independence of our members and all people with disabilities. For more than 60 years, PVA has fought for our veterans who answered the call when our nation asked for their service . . . and in return, they have given up their freedoms to protect ours.

The mission of The Foundation is to empower lives for a brighter future by facilitating projects and partnerships that enhance the welfare, education, health, and artistic and athletic abilities of individuals with Down syndrome.  The vision of The Foundation is to create an environment where people with Down syndrome are included in every facet of the community.  We believe that every person has something to offer regardless of their abilities.  It is our hope to enable people with Down syndrome to become integrated into all areas of their lives beginning with school, through college and meaningful employment.