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About
NEARLY 240 MILLION CHILDREN WORLDWIDE LIVE WITH A PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITY.
87% OF FAMILIES WITH SPECIAL NEEDS DO NOT TRAVEL DUE TO LACK OF SUPPORT SERVICES.
25.5 MILLION FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN AGE 5+ DO NOT TRAVEL DUE TO SPECIAL NEEDS LIMITATIONS
The Vision
To transform the lives of families & individuals with exceptionalities through innovative support and immersive adventure experiences in Hawaii. We believe that everyone deserves access to memorable moments, rich experiences, and a joy-filled life.
We are on a mission to foster joy by providing innovative eco-educational opportunities and creating capability over disability for people with exceptionalities.
The Why
Imagine...
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You haven't been on a family vacation in 7+ years.
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You have to arrange child care every time you want to go to the grocery store or run an errand.
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You yearn for your child to have epic adventures, but many things are not accessible for their unique needs.
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You want your child to get into the most qualified providers, but you don't know how to navigate the complicated world of special needs services.
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You just wish there was someone who could understand what it is like to live life as a special needs family.
WHAT DOES PROJECT SOULSHINE PROVIDE?
ESSENTIAL SUPPORT
We assist neurodivergent individuals by responding to emergent basic needs that are essential for the person to thrive. These resources lead to a more independent, joyful, exploration of their world. This can look like:
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Fundraising
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Essential Resources
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Creative Assistance
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& More!
ADVENTURE EXPERIENCES
Whether living in Hawaii or traveling to the islands, our objective is to come alongside families and assist them through eco-educational opportunities and life skills development. This can look like:
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Accessible Aquatic Activities
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Hiking
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Hawaiian Beach Days
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Whale Watching
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North Shore Adventures
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Adaptive Scuba Diving & Snorkeling