Change the world one friendship at a time

Friends are not a luxury,
Friends are a necessity

In a world that sometimes feels divided, friendship becomes the mighty bridge. When you befriend a child with special needs, you’re actively contributing to creating a more inclusive and welcoming world for everyone.

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No one would choose to live a friendless existence, even on the condition of having all other good things.

Friendship Circle is on a mission to spread happiness and companionship among children and young adults with special needs. Together, we’re raising awareness, building a more sensitive community, and encouraging everyone to take responsibility and get involved. It’s all about making a positive impact!

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Join us in creating a more inclusive world for children with special needs. Discover how you can make a difference with Friendship Circle – your gateway to meaningful connections and impactful community service. Get involved today!

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Oh the places we’ll go for Friendship

Oh the places we’ll go for Friendship

We’re celebrating 10 years of friendship (Team Friendship, to be exact) with a 10-day throwback series! In 2013, our ranks swelled to 161 athletes and 2,532 donors--big numbers for a small organization! The impact was real. We also more than doubled our yearly...

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More Than a Medal

More Than a Medal

We’re celebrating 10 years of friendship (Team Friendship, to be exact) with a 10-day throwback series! Today, we’re diving into 2012, when things really started heating up. Although our groups in 2010 and 2011 had been small, the passion, drive, and warmth had been...

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Riding on a Dream

Riding on a Dream

We’re celebrating our 10th year in existence, and you know how it is… birthdays have to be celebrated all month, right? So naturally, we’re taking our time and highlighting a different year of friendship every week! In 2011, our ranks more than doubled to 29...

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