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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Life Skills Programs for Young Adults with Disabilities: What Works
Explore proven life skills programs for young adults with disabilities — and how Friendship Circle builds real-world capability through friendship and inclusion.
Life Skills for Young Adults with Special Needs: Programs That Actually Work
Explore evidence-based life skills programs for young adults with disabilities — and how Friendship Circle’s inclusion model builds real capability alongside real friendships.
What Is a Friend Circle? How Friendship Circle Creates Real Connections
Discover what a friend circle really means — and how Friendship Circle International builds lasting friend circles for individuals with special needs through teen volunteerism.
Exploring Respite Care Options for Special Needs Families
Exploring Respite Care Options for Special Needs Families As a parent of a child with special needs, it’s essential to recognize the importance of respite care .
Empowering Inclusion: Special Needs Buddy Programs for Youth
Empowering Inclusion: Special Needs Buddy Programs for Youth At Friendship Circle International, we believe that every individual deserves a friend and a sense .
Running for Special Needs Charities in Brooklyn: Making a Difference with Team Friendship
Running for Special Needs Charities in Brooklyn: Making a Difference with Team Friendship Running for special needs charities in Brooklyn is a great way to give.
Empowering Lives: Essential Life Skills for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities
Empowering Lives: Essential Life Skills for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities Acquiring life skills for adults with intellectual disabilities is crucial for.
Engaging Activities for Special Needs Children at Home
Engaging Activities for Special Needs Children at Home As a parent or caregiver of a child with special needs, it can be challenging to find activities that cat.
How to Train for Your First Marathon for Charity: A Beginner’s Guide
How to Train for Your First Marathon for Charity: A Beginner’s Guide Training for your first marathon can be a daunting task, but when you’re doing it for a goo.
NYC Half Marathon 2026: Run With Purpose Through Team Friendship
The NYC Half Marathon 2026 is one of the most iconic races in the world. Thousands of runners will line up to take on 13.1 miles through the streets of Manhattan and Brooklyn. But what if your miles could mean something beyond a personal record? That is what Team...
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Monday
Crafting with Kim
Davening
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shMOOZ
Tuesday
Rise and Shine
Afternoon Social
Jewish Traditions
Tour the World
Wednesday
Rise and Shine
Scrapbooking with Tricia
Friend-A-Palooza
Mindfullness with Angel
Thursday
Rise and Shine
Yoga with Amy
Shabbat Party with Morah Shifra
Friday
Rise and Shine
Songs with Benji
Book Club
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Program Schedule
Sunday
Lunch Bunch
Trivia Time
PERFORMING heARTS
Exercise
Monday
Crafting with Kim
Davening
Afternoon Social
shMOOZ
Tuesday
Rise and Shine
Afternoon Social
Jewish Traditions
Tour the World
Wednesday
Rise and Shine
Scrapbooking with Tricia
Friend-A-Palooza
Mindfullness with Angel
Thursday
Rise and Shine
Yoga with Amy
Shabbat Party with Morah Shifra
Friday
Rise and Shine
Songs with Benji
Book Club