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Moving Forward Together With Purpose

As we welcome the New Year, we pause with gratitude and hope—grateful for the progress we’ve made and hopeful for the possibilities ahead. At Mays Mission for the Handicapped, 2025 was a year defined by action, compassion, and measurable steps toward our mission of empowering individuals with disabilities to live fuller, more independent lives.


Over the past year, we have continued turning goals into reality. Through expanded programs, strengthened partnerships, and the dedication of our staff, volunteers, and supporters, we reached more individuals and families than ever before. Each milestone—whether large or small—represented increased access, dignity, and opportunity for those we serve.


As we step into 2026, our focus remains clear:


• Expanding access to services that promote independence and inclusion
• Strengthening advocacy efforts to ensure individuals with disabilities have a voice
• Enhancing community connections that foster belonging and support
• Continuously improving our programs to meet evolving needs with care and innovation


This new year is not just about setting goals—it’s about continuing the work that makes a lasting difference. Every success story reminds us why this mission matters. Every challenge motivates us to do better.


We enter 2026 energized, united, and committed to building a future where individuals with disabilities are supported, respected, and empowered to achieve their goals. Thank you for being an essential part of this journey. Together, we are making progress—and together, we will keep moving forward.


Here’s to a new year of purpose, progress, and possibility.

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A new year

We are now a few weeks into this new year. Right now some good questions to ask might be “What did we accomplish last year?  Are we better off in any way than we were 365 days ago?  What can we do in this new year we have embarked upon to improve our lives and the way we live?”  Better yet, what can we do to improve the lives of others, especially those with disabilities?

The dictionary describes an “advocate” as one who publicly supports or suggests an idea, development or way of doing something.

Here at Mays Mission, our primary goal is to aid and assist people with disabilities.  Yes, putting to work those who may have difficulty finding gainful employment is one facet of our purpose yet there is so much more.

Public education regarding the abilities and capabilities of people with disabilities is of utmost importance.  You see, through our various programs and direct mail, we have the opportunity to inform and educate the public throughout the country that given the opportunity, people with disabilities can become productive citizens.

We have seen scores of people with a variety of disabilities come and go here at Mays Mission while others have chosen to stay with us.  It’s heartwarming to know that some have bought their own homes, learned to drive and purchased automobiles, while some have moved on to bigger and better opportunities.  Seeing people succeed and become more independent where at one time hope seemed lost is an indescribable feeling.

We’ve set out goal; to aid and assist people with disabilities.  Won’t you please join us?  Email us at info@maysmission.org to learn more about our programs and see how you can be an advocate for people with disabilities this year. And your comments are always welcome in the comment section. Thanks!

photos of former Mays Mission employees from our job training program, one of them engaged in wheelchair tennis