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Nonprofit organization aimed at helping people with developmental disabilities in McLean County reach their full potential through each stage of life.

Normal, IL.
Joined February 2010
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On this week's episode of our #buildingbn podcast, we sit down with Brian Wipperman of @Marcfirst to discuss social services. #BloomingtonNormal #mcleancounty lnkd.in/gMfAt7d
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Thanks to the Klepak Foundation for enabling the gift of music to more people in the community, by supporting outreach programs at our School of Music w/ local partnerships #District87 @Marcfirst iwu.edu/news/2021/klepak-fou…
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An ongoing labor shortage in Bloomington-Normal has restaurant hiring managers looking to unconventional places for workers. wglt.org/local-news/2021-05-… @Marcfirst #BloNo
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The second Chadwick Marcfirst Pediatric Therapy Center will be in the Carle BroMenn Outpatient Center across from Central Illinois Regional Airport. A launch date is projected for sometime this fall. pantagraph.com/lifestyles/he…
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President Biden's call for expanding support home care for people with disabilities didn't come out of nowhere. It's the fruit of years of tremendous organizing by people with disabilities and by care workers, all working to build a more just society.
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Through the sale of custom stuffed animals, made by our sister company, Stuffed Animal Pros, @gbhousetoys raised $13,750 for The Gregg Chadwick @Marcfirst Pediatric Therapy Center. Learn more about Stuffed Animal Pros Here: bit.ly/3e46pWZ
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It’s Wink’s Birthday! And he has exciting news to share! Because of YOUR generosity, we donated $13,750 to @Marcfirst and their new Pediatric Motor Gym! Thanks to @BudsiesToys for turning Wink into the perfect take home size! bit.ly/WinksBirthdayAnnounce… #PlayMoreGrowMore #GiveMore
Congrats to directors @NicoleNewnham, @JimLeBrecht, and everyone with @CripCampFilm on the Oscar nomination! The heart, passion, and brilliance of those who led the disability rights movement is something to celebrate. Michelle and I hope you'll watch their story on Netflix.
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“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” - #MLK #StopAsianHate #StopAAPIHate
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You guys!!! We have a limited supply, so don't delay! Bring Wink home with you today! 🐕🎁 #PlayMoreGrowMore #GiveMore You can buy him in-store or online. Thanks for supporting us and @Marcfirst this season!
If you're still looking for stocking stuffers, but want to #shoplocal consider this little guy. All proceeds go to @Marcfirst in Bloomington, IL. And the little ones in your life can meet the real life-sized version of Wink at Gingerbread House Toys. shop.gingerbreadhousetoys.co…
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If you're still looking for stocking stuffers, but want to #shoplocal consider this little guy. All proceeds go to @Marcfirst in Bloomington, IL. And the little ones in your life can meet the real life-sized version of Wink at Gingerbread House Toys. shop.gingerbreadhousetoys.co…
Sales of 'stuffy' to benefit @Marcfirst this year. Bloomington shop dog Wink becomes symbol for helping children pantagraph.com/business/loca… via @pantagraph
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.@Marcfirst's new Pediatric Therapy Center will open this summer in #BloNo. Will have a sensory gym, motor gym, individual therapy rooms, and group therapy rooms. wglt.org/post/marcfirst-expa…
Great start to the morning listening to the huge impact ⁦@Marcfirst⁩ and the Spice program has on individuals and our community families. If you missed it check out their website and how you can help. Www.marcfirst.org #choosetoinclude #reachyourpotential
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Ian - a film about disability inclusion edhacked.com/ian-a-film-abou… via @edhacked
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We had a great visit at @Marcfirst this afternoon! Andy is a BIG fan of DoubleTree cookies!!
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“As universities create programs of study focusing on identity, #disability studies has historically been left out. But some students and professors are trying to change that.” dukechronicle.com/article/20…
Happy International Volunteer Day! This day was established by the UN in 1985 to celebrate volunteer contributions at local, national, and international levels. If you're looking for volunteer opportunities, check out the listings on the Center's website: communityengagement.illinois…