We’re still celebrating 30 incredible years of empowering people with disabilities – and we invite you to celebrate this special milestone with us this Giving Season! Since 1994, Independence Now has been committed to building a more inclusive world where everyone, regardless of ability, can live independent, fulfilling lives.
As we reflect on three decades of impact, your gift today will help us continue expanding our reach and programs, ensuring that the next 30 years are just as transformative.
Your support empowers:
- Access to resources that help people with disabilities secure accessible housing and employment opportunities
- Advocacy programs promoting equity and inclusivity in our communities
- Peer support and independent living skills training
- Services to transition individuals from care facilities back into the community
- The Maryland Youth Leadership Forum, nurturing the next generation of disability leaders
- And so much more!
This year, our Giving Season slogan is “Together We Give,” because it truly takes all of us to create a community where everyone belongs. Every donation—no matter the size—fuels progress toward this goal.
“For the first time in years, I feel like I am living life and not just existing. I am so appreciative of the relationship that I have with Independence Now, especially their assistance and support in my life.” – Gail, Independence Now Consumer. Read Gail’s Story.
Our Goal
To raise $1000 to celebrate 30 years of impact by expanding our programs and touching even more lives!
How You Can Help:
Donate today to empower people with disabilities to live independently.
- Donate via PayPal
- Donate thru our Facebook Fundraiser (don’t forget to share!)
- Purchase a gift for an Independence Now Consumer or staff member from our Amazon Wishlist
- Share this message to spread awareness
“Giving to Independence Now in lieu of flowers is a meaningful way to honor the memory of Patricia Kelly and to create a lasting impact. By contributing to a cause that Patricia and her son Billy cared deeply about, we reflect her values and passions, ensuring her legacy of generosity continues.” Read more and give in honor of Patricia Kelly’s memory.
Together, we celebrate the past, support the present, and build a future where everyone can thrive. Every gift counts. Together, we give. Together, we create change.
Let’s make the next 30 years even more powerful!
About Us
Independence Now is a nonprofit organization designed, governed and staffed by people with disabilities. We are part of a nationwide network of Centers for Independent Living providing the following core services: Information and Referral; Advocacy; Peer Support; Independent Living Skills training, and Transition.
Independence Now is a resource and advocacy center that promotes independent living and equal access for people of all ages with all types of disabilities residing in Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties.
We advocate and embody independence and equality for all people with disabilities. We do this by providing support, guidance, training, education and hands-on-skills for the disability community in Montgomery County and Prince George’s County, Maryland. Our vision is that people with disabilities live independent and fully inclusive lives and are recognized by society as equal. We believe that people with disabilities serve as the best guide for other people with disabilities by empowering individual choice and self-direction. We value a community built on acceptance and equality for all people. Independence Now values serving a diverse population while educating and collaborating within and beyond the disability community. Independence Now is an inclusive, affirming, safe space.
