Easterseals has been a huge part of Banner's life since he was a toddler. He recently graduated from his OT program and on to counseling but Easterseals still has our backs through it all. I will be forever in their debt and grateful for their love, encouragement, and support. They have helped B grow so much and overcome so much. He has become more independent and was able to get baptized on his birthday because of their water therapy (he would say that is his favorite accomplishment). Please help B raise money for a place he still loves dearly and wants to help in any way he can so other families can get the support they deserve.

"Just truly knowing Easterseals is in our corner means the world. We're just so unbelievably grateful and don't know what we would do without Easterseals!"

That quote hits home for us. Easterseals is a place where every child and family are embraced and celebrated for exactly who they are. Having child with developmental delays, disabilities or other special needs can be so isolating. Many families say "Easterseals is home".

But what if, everywhere our families went, they felt included and empowered? What if we were able to create a community in which every child was 100% Included and 100% Empowered? What if these families felt the same warm embrace of acceptance everywhere they went?

The Community Rally is our chance to make that possible from every corner of Central Illinois. It is time to show up for the kids and families who need us most. Please join me in saying - We see you, and we celebrate you!