Honoring Our Volunteers
At Ken Anderson Alliance, we believe that our growing team of supporters empower adults with disabilities to learn, grow, and engage to achieve independence. Because of you, our participants thrive and pursue their passions. At this time, we express our gratitude to our volunteers who support our mission. National Volunteer Week “Never doubt that a…
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Grant Provides Job Skills Training for Adults With Disabilities
The P&G Alumni Foundation Fund of The Greater Cincinnati Foundation supports new opportunities in Cincinnati through the Ken Anderson Alliance. Approaching its one year anniversary, Just Brew Coffee House, an extension of the Ken Anderson Alliance (KAA), provides employment training and future community job opportunities for adults with disabilities. This new venture was funded in…
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Autism Rocks 13: A Rocking Success
Thank you to everyone who attended Autism Rocks 13 presented by the Heidt Family Foundation. With your support, we raised a gross revenue of around $78,000. We had close to 800 attendees at Lori’s Roadhouse, plus virtual viewers across the nation. Thanks for rockin’ out with us in support of adults with disabilities. Shh… It’s…
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KAA Chosen as Ohio Beer Fasting Man Charity
We’ve all heard the latest fasting and diet trends, like intermittent fasting and diet cleanses, however, the co-owner of 16 Lots Brewery, Del Hall is taking it to another level. He has chosen KAA as his “Ohio Beer Fasting Man” charity. We’re honored that he is helping support the Ken Anderson Alliance in the process.…
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KAA Welcomes New Board Member: Matt Swendiman
New board member Matt Swendiman is the newest addition to the Ken Anderson Alliance Board of Directors. He brings an impressive resume, both in his professional career and in his dedication to service. Matt earned his B.A. in Political Science and J.D. from The Ohio State University. He has continued his education with various legal…
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Autism Rocks 13: All the Details You Need to Know for the Show
Autism Rocks began with an idea from David Kahle and his son, Parker, over a decade ago. The event started as a benefit show for Parker when he was diagnosed with pervasive developmental disorder. After a successful first show, David knew it had to keep going so more families could support their loved ones with…
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KAA Welcomes New Board Member: Carole Workman
New board member Carole Workman is joining the Ken Anderson Alliance Board as a self-advocate. As part of the KAA ENGAGE program, she participates in the adult day services program one day a week and works at the Just Brew Coffee House two days a week. Carole, a graduate of Hughes High School, is one…
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A Look at the Year Ahead With the Ken Anderson Alliance
Thank You Once again, you have blown our team away with your support of the Ken Anderson Alliance. Thanks to you, we met and exceeded our overall fundraising goal for 2021. Even with challenges presented by the pandemic, the entire community rallied together to support adults with disabilities. Here’s a look at what’s to come…
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KAA ENGAGE Program December Update
What’s in Store for KAA December Engage Outings? The Engage Program has been enjoying the holiday season. We are attending several special holiday events in December including the Festival of Lights at the Cincinnati Zoo, the Holiday Train Exhibit at Behringer Crawford Museum, & the “Elf” Play at the Covedale Center for the Performing Arts…
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2021 Wrap-Up & Annual Appeal
2021 has been an incredibly exciting year for the Ken Anderson Alliance! From opening a new coffee shop to fun, successful fundraisers, we have accomplished some big goals. We are humbled by the continued generosity of our supporters. Please enjoy this recap of our year as we look forward to continuing our mission in the…
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