Children with special needs bloom and gain the confidence they need to make the most their abilities and talents.
Teenage volunteers learn the priceless value of giving, the curative power of friendship, and the vital importance of integrating children with special needs into our communities.
Parents and siblings receive much-needed respite and support from the Friendship Circle community, and all those who assist it.
The fact is, the Friendship Circle links volunteers, children, parents,staff, and supporters in a seamless circle of friendship that makes miracles happen every day.
Our Vision
We envision a world in which children with special needs and their families experience acceptance, inclusion and friendship.
We envision a time when children with special needs will be seen and accepted as contributing members of society.
We envision stimulating programs and activities in which teen volunteers, children with special needs, and their families find meaning, purpose, and self-value.
We envision a community that embraces children with special needs and their families, and allows each person to contribute in his/her own way.
We envision teen volunteers developing into leaders of tomorrow’s communities; leaders who are sensitive to others and their needs.
We envision a world filled with love and respect for everyone,regardless of age, race, religious affiliation, or personal differences.
Each independent Friendship Circle is operated by its local Chabad Lubavitch Center, and entirely supported by each local community to benefit local children with special needs.