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METROLift Paratransit
Door-to-door transportation for people whose disability prevents them from using regular buses or trains. You need to apply and be approved first.
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EligibilityPeople with disabilities certified through ADA paratransit process
HoursDaily service available
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How a Global Nonprofit Helps 2 Million People During CrisisHumanity & Inclusion is a global nonprofit that helps vulnerable people in 55 countries. They work with people with disabilities, refugees, and those affected by poverty and disasters. When COVID-19 started, they quickly changed their plans to help over 2 million people worldwide. They created new programs to fight false information about the virus, helped people make masks for jobs, and gave out cleaning supplies. When explosions happened in Beirut, Lebanon in 2020, they set up an emergency donation page in just 10 minutes and raised money to help 1,200 new donors support their work. The organization has been doing this humanitarian work for almost 40 years with 4,250 staff members around the world. They use digital tools to quickly respond to crises and help people in places like Bangladesh refugee camps, Togo, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Their work includes removing dangerous weapons, making schools more inclusive, and helping people with disabilities. This shows how nonprofits can use technology to rapidly scale their response during emergencies and reach people who need help most.
East New York Voters Want Better Housing, Clean Streets, and TransitEast New York, Brooklyn has changed a lot over the years. This neighborhood used to have many murders - 126 in 1993 - but last year only had 12. Rev. David Brawley from St. Paul Community Baptist Church says the area got better because leaders and people worked hard together. His church has worked with East Brooklyn Congregations for 40 years to build affordable housing. They turned an old landfill called Spring Creek into 2,600 affordable homes. But Pastor Brawley is worried because every week he has to say goodbye to church members who can't afford to live there anymore. He wants the next mayor to build more affordable housing so longtime residents don't get pushed out. Residents like Erica Townsend and Eleanor Pinckney are also upset about garbage dumping on New Lots Avenue. City Councilmember Chris Banks thinks the next mayor needs to help people in public housing and improve buses and trains. The community wants leaders to keep making East New York better by focusing on housing costs, keeping streets clean, and better transportation.
YMCA of Greater Houston: Building Healthy Communities for AllThe YMCA of Greater Houston serves over 700,000 people across 11 counties with programs that build healthy communities. Their mission is to help everyone develop a healthy spirit, mind, and body through connection and belonging. The Y operates 20+ centers, 200+ childcare sites, and serves 29 school districts. They focus on five main goals: restoring hope and wellbeing, inspiring youth to thrive, ending isolation, creating unity in community, and removing limits while reimagining opportunities. Programs include early childhood development, youth sports, swim lessons, after-school care, fitness classes, refugee services, food distribution, adaptive sports for people with disabilities, family support services, and STEM education through mobile makerspaces. The Y believes everyone should have access to their services regardless of income and offers financial assistance. People can get involved through membership, volunteering, or corporate partnerships. Under CEO Stephen Ives' leadership, the organization emphasizes that when people feel connected, they do better, and when communities are connected, they become healthier, safer, and stronger.
Paralympic Snowboarder Creates Prosthetic Legs for AthletesMike Schultz lost his leg in a snowmobile accident but didn't give up on sports. He made his own prosthetic leg to compete in the Paralympics. Now his company BioDapt makes special prosthetics for 25 other Paralympic athletes. This shows how people with disabilities can solve problems and help others succeed in sports.
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The Journey
22 connected resources across 5 levelsTrail depth
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Get CuriousRead, watch, explore3 resourcesLevel 2
Find Your PeopleMeet orgs, neighbors, groups7 resourcesYou are hereOrganizationHouston-Galveston Area CouncilAdministers CDBG and regional development across the 13-county Houston-Galveston region.
OrganizationHumanity & InclusionThis organization helps people with disabilities and others who need support in 55 countries around the world. They work to make sure everyone has what they need to live a good life, especially during tough times like disasters or conflicts.
OrganizationCenter for Independent LivingThis center helps people with disabilities learn skills and get tools they need to live independently. They teach life skills, help find accessible housing, and connect people with equipment that makes daily tasks easier.
+4 more at this levelLevel 3
Show UpEvents, meetings, volunteeringWe are building resources for this level
Level 4
Go DeeperTraining, sustained involvement4 resourcesLevel 5
Make Your MoveAdvocacy, organizing, creating8 resourcesFocus Areas