United Ability

11/27/2025

On this Thanksgiving Day, we want to say thank you to our donors, families, friends, and staff. Your belief in possibility shapes every milestone, every smile, and every moment in the lives of those we serve.

Today and every day, we are grateful for you.
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at United Ability.

11/26/2025

To every caregiver who shows up with heart, we see you, we appreciate you, and we are deeply grateful for the possibility you bring into the world every single day.

We were honored to celebrate National Family Caregivers Month with the United Way of Central Alabama Area Agency on Aging’s Alabama Cares program, where our United Ability Choir brought joy and encouragement to those who give so much of themselves.

The choir is a reminder of what resilience and connection look like — the same qualities caregivers lean on every single day. ❤️

Discover how United Ability's adult choir and UWAAA are supporting caregivers for National Family Caregivers Month.

11/26/2025

The adults at Dr. E’s Place have been hard at work creating items for Protective’s Gifts for Good Holiday Market on Dec. 13 from 10–2 at Protective Stadium! It is free and open to the public, with local nonprofits, performances, and concessions. All proceeds go directly to participating vendors — come shop small and support local!

11/25/2025

We are looking for caring, committed people to join our team.

This is meaningful work—supporting children and adults with disabilities, building relationships, and being part of a community that shows up for each other every day. If that sounds like a place you’d want to be, take a look at our open positions. Learn more at www.UnitedAbility.org/Jobs

11/22/2025

Our Gone For Good team received a 2025 Governor’s Award from Alabama PALS, the statewide organization leading anti-litter and environmental efforts across Alabama.

This recognition means a lot. Every day, our secure document destruction and electronics recycling crew—made up of talented employees with and without disabilities keeps over two million pounds of paper and e-waste out of landfills. Its impact you can see, and a mission you can feel.

Join us in building a cleaner, more accessible Alabama—one recycled pound at a time.

11/21/2025

CCEP (Childcare Enhancement with a Purpose) provides free inclusion training to childcare providers—because every child deserves a place to learn, grow, and belong.

Recently, Kelli, our program director, spoke with students in the University of Montevallo’s Family, School, and Partnerships class. These Early Childhood Education majors brought thoughtful questions about supporting children with disabilities and connecting with families.

Their curiosity and commitment remind us of the importance of preparing future teachers for inclusive, relationship-centered classrooms.

11/20/2025

Our adult choir had the joy of celebrating National Caregivers Day with our friends at the United Way of Central Alabama. It was a great way to kick off the holiday season, sharing music, gratitude, and a little joy with the people who give so much of themselves every day. Thank you for inviting us.

📷: United Way of Central Alabama

11/19/2025

We’re so grateful for amazing community partners like Iron City Trykes, who built this awesome adapted bike for Eli. His physical therapist summed it up perfectly: “I fitted it to him and then had to run like a maniac after him—he is so fast.” Adaptive equipment like this helps open doors to greater inclusion and endless possibilities.

11/18/2025

We’re proud to share that United Ability has been awarded funding through the City of Birmingham Government’s BOLD Program — a powerful investment in organizations working to build opportunity across all 99 neighborhoods. This support will strengthen our Pre-Apprenticeship Training Initiative, which connects youth with disabilities to real-world manufacturing experience.

As Susan Sellers, our CEO, says: “Our partnership with the City is vital to creating equitable access to opportunity. By working together, we can connect youth with disabilities to real-world training and career experiences that prepare them for lasting success.”

We’re grateful to the City of Birmingham: Office of Business Diversity & Opportunity for investing in inclusive workforce development and believing in the potential of every young person we serve. Learn more https://bit.ly/3WXTYD4?

11/15/2025

These moments of connection remind us how fortunate we are to be supported by such a generous community. We’re thankful for every donor who helps make our mission possible and brings more joy, belonging, and opportunity to the people we serve. 💛

11/14/2025

The Collective is heading to a UAB Athletics Men’s Basketball game🏀
We’ve got eight spots left for Monday night, November 17, and we’d love for you to join us. For $35, you’ll get your game ticket and food. (Transportation not included.)

It’s a great chance to hang out, make some friends, and cheer on the Blazers together. If you’re interested, email bcox@unitedability.org of our Employment Services team to grab your spot!

11/13/2025

For more than 30 years, the Birmingham Monday Morning Quarterback Club has stood beside United Ability, lifting up children with disabilities through their steady generosity and genuine heart for service.

From funding our community’s first therapeutic sensory room to supporting innovative therapies and medical care, their impact can be felt in every smile, every milestone, and every family we serve.

Join us in celebrating the Monday Morning Quarterback Club as this year’s VIP (Volunteer in Philanthropy)! We’re so grateful for their heart for children and for the difference they continue to make across Alabama.