by Liz Falk | Sep 18, 2025 | B.R.I.D.G.E.S., HDS Foundation
Today, the HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. students went on their first Community-Based Instruction (CBI) field trip to Walmart! Their challenge was to work in teams of three and stay within a $25 budget while purchasing office supplies for their teachers. At the checkout, some...
by Liz Falk | Sep 13, 2025 | B.R.I.D.G.E.S., HDS Foundation
This past weekend, HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. students took an exciting step toward independence by opening their own bank accounts at Bank of America ! As part of the B.R.I.D.G.E.S. Grant, stipends are provided for each student, giving them the opportunity to set up an...
by Liz Falk | Sep 10, 2025 | College Mentors, HDS Foundation
HDS Foundation is proud to support students at the University of North Florida through our College Mentors Program in partnership with the Transition to Healthiness, Resourcefulness, Independence, Vocation, and Education (THRIVE) Program. The dedicated mentors have...
by Liz Falk | Sep 8, 2025 | B.R.I.D.G.E.S., HDS Foundation
Last week, we had the pleasure of meeting our HDS B.R.I.D.G.E.S. students for the 2025–2026 school year! We’re excited to support them throughout the year as they take part in Community Based Instruction field trips, where they’ll gain valuable life skills and...
by Liz Falk | Sep 5, 2025 | HDS Cares, HDS Foundation
We are so proud of Kate Gilson Miranda, HDS Foundation Director, for attending the Miami-Dade Commission Meeting last night! As one of Best Buddies Florida State Ambassadors, Kate spoke passionately about the importance of protecting funding for the Best Buddies...
