Adapt. Include. Empower. Lead.

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At Youth Challenge, kids with and without physical disabilities come together for free adapted sports, recreation, and art activities.

140 + Participants

290 + Programs Per Year

85 % of Participants Receive Transportation

$ 9 Cost to Families

290 + Teen Volunteers

40 Years Strong

Programs for Kids with Disabilities

With over 300 free programs every year, we create opportunities for kids of all abilities to play and connect. Every activity is adapted to fit each participant’s needs while encouraging them to push their boundaries.

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Adapted Recreation Serving Northeast Ohio

Based in Westlake, Ohio, we provide year-round adapted sports and recreation to over 150 young people with physical disabilities, including cerebral palsy, spinal cord injuries, visual impairments, and more.

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Inclusion Is Our Superpower

Children with physical disabilities are paired 1:1 with teen volunteers to build friendships, grow confidence, and have fun. More than 300 teen volunteers ages 12–18 trained by staff make the magic of YC possible.

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This program is awesome. My son Jaylyn has thrived through participating with the staff, other kids, and teenagers. He enjoys Youth Challenge so much!

- Jasmine, Participant Parent

Your Support Helps Kids Discover What They're Capable Of

Help us provide free transportation, accessible equipment, and life-changing adaptive recreation programs for young people with physical disabilities.