Help us live our mission!

Fairhaven Foundation is working hard to bring new opportunities and experiences to the individuals and families we serve. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life of individuals with developmental disabilities. We achieve this through creating meaningful opportunities, providing resources, and promoting community awareness to enrich the lives of those we serve.

Fairhaven Foundation was founded in 1997 as a 501c 3 non-profit, made possible through an endowment from Pauline Anders. The Foundation has served individuals eligible for services through Trumbull County Board of DD over the years by providing financial support for equipment, camp expenses, therapy, and more.

Over the last 3 years, much has changed with the Foundation. We continue to provide financial assistance when needed but have added a focus on creating meaningful opportunities, and promoting community awareness to enrich the lives of those we serve.

This year alone, we have provided free experiences to over 5,250 individuals during 6 community based events. This is significant coming from a history of one event per year for 200 individuals. Our events are truly special. Each detail is created out of a deep understanding of the needs of those we serve. We work to provide events at no cost to individuals and their family, meals are specially planned, seating is carefully selected in ballparks and arenas, parking is considered, universal changing spaces are created, sensory rooms and so much more... Without the help of the Foundation, many of our families would not be able to afford the types of experiences we provide, nor would spaces be fully accessible in the community.

We invite you to help us live our mission by making a donation today. With your support,we will continue to build a legacy of giving that will benefit individuals with developmental disabilities for years to come.