Building a Brighter Future, One Gift at a Time
Together, We’re Transforming Lives in 2024 and Beyond
Quest Foundation matched $65,000 in 2024!
The Quest Foundation has been a constant source of support for our program for over a dozen years.
Thank you for your continued generosity & support!
2024: What Your Support Achieved
Thanks to your incredible generosity, 2024 has been a year of transformative growth. Here are the highlights of what your support made possible:
Enhanced Tools and Communication
Brightwheel Implementation: Launched Brightwheel, enabling secure, instant communication with families for greater transparency and stronger connections.
Upgraded Resources: Added iPads for therapists, classroom phones, and new workstations, improving care delivery, efficiency, and team collaboration.
Supporting Families
Preschool Subsidies: Secured subsidies to remove financial barriers, ensuring families in need can access quality early education.
Vogt Family Fund Assistance: Provided vital financial aid, helping more children access life-changing therapies and programs.
Expanding our Expertise: With the addition of Michelle Weng to our Board of Directors, SOI is bolstered by her extensive experience in education and psychology. As a former SOI parent and seasoned school psychologist, Michelle has conducted evaluations, provided counseling, and worked closely with parents and teachers.
Expanded Essential Services
Behavioral Therapy Caseload Doubled: Reaching more children with developmental and emotional support through expanded services.
Early Intervention Program Doubled: Helping more children build a strong foundation for learning and success.
Social Skills Program Relaunched: Back and better than ever after COVID, providing children with the tools to build friendships, confidence, and essential communication skills.
Playground Renovation Progress
Funding Milestone Achieved: Raised $40,000 through the generous support of Guddge Cares, Jim and Cecily Summers, Alameda County Supervisor David Haubert, and attendees at our first benefit gala.
Phase 1 Underway: Partnered with contractors to begin safety-focused upgrades, including replacing worn surfacing and outdated equipment.
Looking Ahead: Future phases will transform the space into a state-of-the-art playground that fosters imagination, inclusivity, and kinesthetic learning. Stay tuned for updates and our reimagined 2025 gala event!
Looking Ahead: Goals for 2025
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Expanding 'Sprouts' - A Beacon of Hope
Building on the success of our Sprouts program, launched to prepare children with autism for preschool, we’re aiming to meet the increasing demand for this transformative program. Our goal is to refine and expand Sprouts across the community, bringing life-changing services to more families.
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Increase Access Through Partnerships
We’re committed to making essential services more accessible by partnering with regional centers and expanding insurance collaborations. These efforts will ensure more families can access critical therapies, including speech, occupational, and social skills programs, regardless of financial barriers.
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Enhance Clinician and Educator Development
To sustain growth and deliver the highest quality services, we will continue investing in our team. This includes leadership training, mentorship opportunities, and professional development for both clinicians and educators. These initiatives will empower our team to provide exceptional care while fostering innovation and collaboration within our programs.
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Complete Playground Renovation
With safety upgrades underway, we’re working to complete the playground transformation in 2025. The new design will create a vibrant, inclusive outdoor space that inspires imagination, fosters physical activity, and supports developmental growth.
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Launch our Expanded Center for Learning
As demand grows, we plan to enhance our services, adding new rooms, advanced learning resources, and state-of-the-art equipment. This will allow us to serve more children and offer an even broader range of multidisciplinary services.