AbilityFirst

AbilityFirst Providing programs and resources for children and adults with disabilities, since 1926. Lawrence L.

AbilityFirst was established in 1926 and known as the Crippled Children's Society of Southern California (CCS) for many decades. Frank and Paul Dietrich, both Rotarians, were two of the original founders of the organization and they continued their loyal support throughout their lives. Operating in the greater Los Angeles area, AbilityFirst has 25 facilities which supports individuals with physica

l and developmental disabilities through after school enrichment programs, job training, community employment, accessible camping, and affordable and accessible housing. AbilityFirst is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and the American Camping Association (ACA). Some facilities are licensed by the California Department of Social Services and the Department of Developmental Services.

We need YOU! 💙💚Help us make Stroll & Roll a day to remember! We’re looking for volunteers for setup, registration, info ...
09/04/2026

We need YOU! 💙💚

Help us make Stroll & Roll a day to remember! We’re looking for volunteers for setup, registration, info booths, carnival games, spirit squad, stage assistance, wheelchair assistance, face painters, jugglers, and musicians!

Volunteer shifts:
📅 Friday, November 6 | 1–4 PM | Setup
📅 Saturday, November 7 | 7:30–11:30 AM | Event Day
📅 Saturday, November 7 | 10 AM–2 PM | Event Day

Join our volunteer team and help make this incredible community celebration possible!

Sign up here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf1BfpOcpjDrw8cn2tw2eDI2FIGtkFsIJboJBwgDTGP95c1dg/viewform

08/21/2026

The AbilityFirst Claremont Center was recently featured on KABC-TV! Tony Cabrera visited the center and sat down with Claremont Center Director Julie Martin to spotlight the impactful programs, opportunities, and community connections that help people with disabilities thrive. We’re proud to share a glimpse of the work happening every day at AbilityFirst!

https://abc7.com/tag/tony-in-your-town/

✨ Meet a Hollywood Icon! ✨Calling all Charlie’s Angels fans! Get the chance to meet Jaclyn Smith in an exclusive virtual...
08/18/2026

✨ Meet a Hollywood Icon! ✨

Calling all Charlie’s Angels fans! Get the chance to meet Jaclyn Smith in an exclusive virtual meet & greet for two, plus receive a personally autographed photo. Jaclyn is a longtime supporter of AbilityFirst and a passionate advocate for accessibility and inclusion.

Learn more and bid for this unforgettable experience supporting 100 years of AbilityFirst.

https://www.charitybuzz.com/catalog_items/auction-virtually-meet-jaclyn-smith-of-charlies-angels-3455000?preview=1&utm_campaign=6621&utm_content=Virtually+Meet+Jaclyn+Smith&utm_medium=Specialist&utm_source=AuctionUpdate&utm_term=Abilityfirst

A day of impact 👏Last Wednesday was a special day for the students from AbilityFirst’s College to Career Program. From m...
08/10/2026

A day of impact 👏

Last Wednesday was a special day for the students from AbilityFirst’s College to Career Program. From morning to afternoon, the students helped sort and pack food, ensuring that our warehouse was ready for our upcoming Friday distribution.

After their shift, we had the honor of joining them for a heartfelt pinning ceremony hosted by their program coach. During the ceremony, each student was given the space to share a brief reflection on their volunteer experience before being presented with a Volunteer Appreciation pin.

Moments like this remind us that volunteering is more than the task at hand. It provides space for growth and impact that can take an individual beyond the initial experience.

Thank you, AbilityFirst, for choosing us to be part of your wonderful celebration. 💙

Volunteer Appreciation pins provided to students 🌟

Pinning ceremony!

Ready to tee off for a great cause? Join us at Hit the Green for a day of golf, good food, and giving back! Your registr...
07/29/2026

Ready to tee off for a great cause? Join us at Hit the Green for a day of golf, good food, and giving back! Your registration includes:

⛳ Golf
🎁 Swag Bag
🍔 BBQ Lunch
🍺 Hosted Beverages
🏆 Games & Prizes

Register as an individual golfer or gather your friends, colleagues, or clients and reserve a foursome!

⛳ Individual Golfer: $200
🏌️ Foursome: $750 (Save $50!)

Every swing helps support AbilityFirst programs that empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Register today through this link: https://my.onecause.com/event/organizations/sf-0018000000YOJhaAAH/events/vevt:c44e3796-e671-4e1c-933a-f8dff03be7a4/home/story

07/21/2026

Getting ready for Stroll & Roll is easy! 🎉

Watch our quick step-by-step registration tutorial and see just how simple it is to sign up. In just a few minutes, you'll be on your way to celebrating inclusion, community, and 100 years of AbilityFirst.

Register today and join us on November 7 at Santa Anita Park. We can't wait to stroll and roll with you! 💙

07/14/2026

Fair days are the best days! 🎡🍿

The participants in the PossAbility program had an unforgettable day at the LA County Fair, making memories from start to finish. From enjoying classic fair snacks, to riding exciting attractions and meeting beloved fair characters, every moment was filled with summer fun.

Experiences like these create opportunities for connection, one adventure at a time. 💙

🚨 Register early. Win big. 🚨Celebrate AbilityFirst's centennial at Stroll & Roll! The first 100 registrants will be auto...
07/09/2026

🚨 Register early. Win big. 🚨

Celebrate AbilityFirst's centennial at Stroll & Roll! The first 100 registrants will be automatically entered to win a pair of Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer Smart Glasses.

Join more than 1,000 participants for a day of live entertainment, interactive activities, a 1-mile stroll, prizes, giveaways, a beverage garden, and fun for the whole family—all while supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Don't wait—the first 100 spots will go fast! Register today and celebrate 100 years of AbilityFirst with us 😎

Big congratulations to our incredible Food & W**e Festival emcee, , on her Emmy nomination for Outstanding Guest Actress...
07/08/2026

Big congratulations to our incredible Food & W**e Festival emcee, , on her Emmy nomination for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series for The Pitt! 🎉

We were honored to have Tal help us celebrate AbilityFirst's Centennial at our Food & W**e Festival, and we're thrilled to see her talent recognized on such a prestigious stage.

Please join us in congratulating Tal on this well-deserved achievement! 👏💙

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789 North Fair Oaks
Pasadena, CA
91103

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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