Aid the Silent

05/02/2026

Meet Isaac—better known as “Mighty Ike”!

When he’s not spending time with us at Aid the Silent, Ike stays busy through 4-H, a youth development program that teaches kids hands-on skills like responsibility, leadership, and community service through projects such as agriculture, animal care, science, and more. One of Ike’s passions is caring for his rabbits and preparing them for 4-H shows, where he learns dedication and hard work firsthand.

What makes Mighty Ike stand out even more is his heart for giving back. After his most recent 4-H competition, he chose to donate part of his winnings back to Aid the Silent to support Deaf and hard of hearing children and families in our community.

If you would like to support Isaac’s Pathway and help him continue making a difference, you can donate in his name here:

https://loom.ly/iO9nhhg

Every contribution helps us continue providing access, advocacy, and support for the Deaf community.

05/01/2026

Meet Cody

A kid with big dreams and even bigger goals.

Cody is currently waiting for his BAHA—a Bone‑Anchored Hearing Aid that helps send sound directly to the inner ear through bone conduction. For children like Cody, this technology can be life‑changing, opening doors to clearer sound and stronger connections to the world around them.

If you’d like to be part of Cody’s journey, you can make a donation in his name:

🔗 https://loom.ly/iO9nhhg

05/01/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

We’re here for you. Always.

Whether you’re having a great day or a hard one, you are not alone. Your mental health matters, and so do you.

We also recognize that Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals can face barriers to accessible support. Everyone deserves care that meets them where they are 🤟

04/30/2026

Hi!! This is Jacob & Emma Faye from Deaf Young Life 😊

We wanted to personally invite your middle schooler to join us at WyldLife Camp at LoneHollow Ranch (June 30–July 4) — it’s always such a fun and meaningful week for our Deaf & hard-of-hearing students. Think friends, faith, swimming, games, late nights, and lots of encouragement 💛

Camp is pay-what-you-can, so please don’t let cost be a barrier. Families are welcome to make smaller payments over several weeks, and you can keep returning to the same registration link anytime to complete health forms or additional payments as you go.

Here’s the sign-up link:�https://loom.ly/ov1u6VA
Let us know if you have questions — we’d love to help your student be part of camp this summer!

Register online for Summer 2026 here.

04/30/2026

It’s more than a race — it’s a movement. 🏃‍♀️💨 Join us Saturday, June 6th at 8AM for our 5K run/walk! Bring your friends, neighbors, and family because the more, the merrier. Let’s cross that finish line TOGETHER. 🤟💙

04/30/2026

Meet the faces behind the mission. 👋 Real people, real passion — dedicated to making the deaf and hard-of-hearing community feel seen, heard, and supported. We’re so glad you’re here. 🤟💙

04/30/2026

Meet Josh!

Josh is no stranger to hearing aids, but it was time for an upgrade. His mom applied with Aid the Silent, and we’re so happy to share that he was approved!

For many families, the cost of new hearing devices can be overwhelming, especially when insurance still considers hearing aids an accessory rather than a necessity. Josh’s journey is even more unique, as his older brother also has hearing loss, doubling the financial impact on their family.

We’re honored to support Josh and his family as he continues on his pathway with the tools he needs to thrive.

If you’d like to be part of stories like Josh’s, you can make a donation and help change lives:

https://loom.ly/iO9nhhg

04/29/2026

Hi!! This is Jacob & Emma Faye from Deaf Young Life

We wanted to personally invite your middle schooler to join us at WyldLife Camp at LoneHollow Ranch (June 30–July 4) — it’s always such a fun and meaningful week for our Deaf & hard-of-hearing students. Think friends, faith, swimming, games, late nights, and lots of encouragement 💛

Camp is pay-what-you-can, so please don’t let cost be a barrier. Families are welcome to make smaller payments over several weeks, and you can keep returning to the same registration link anytime to complete health forms or additional payments as you go.

Here’s the sign-up link:�https://tx64.younglife.events/2026-lonehollow-ranch-wk-4-wyldlife-tx64
Let us know if you have questions — we’d love to help your student be part of camp this summer!

04/29/2026

🏃‍♀️ Aid the Silent 12th Annual 5K
📅 June 6, 2026 | 8:00 AM
📍 Boerne, Texas

The course is plotted. The energy is building. Race day is almost here. All that’s left is you at the starting line.

Whether you plan to run, walk, or simply be part of the moment, this is your chance to show up for something meaningful.

✔ Chipped timing
✔ All paces welcome
✔ Teams, vendors, and community support
✔ A purpose behind every step

🎽 Register now: www.aidthesilent.com/5k

Be there when it all comes together.

04/28/2026

Meet Kiliam!

Kiliam has never met a camera he didn’t love—he’s always ready with a pose and a smile! 📸 And he’s no stranger to Aid the Silent either. He’s been visiting us for years, following in the footsteps of his big brother who previously received hearing aids through our program.

With his confidence and charm, we think Kiliam was made for the big screen!

If you’d like to support Kiliam on his pathway, you can make a donation in his name. Who knows—one day when he’s famous, you’ll be able to say you helped pave the way!

https://loom.ly/iO9nhhg

04/27/2026

We are honored to share that Aid The Silent has been awarded a grant from the Texas Bar Foundation to launch our statewide Bridging the Silence: Equal Access Initiative.

The initiative includes two coordinated education tracks. The first provides accessibility and communication training for attorneys, court personnel, Child Protective Services staff, and law enforcement professionals to strengthen their ability to recognize hearing loss-related communication barriers, understand Deaf culture and language differences, and meet legal obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504, and related accessibility standards. The second provides accessible legal literacy education for Deaf and hard of hearing individuals and families so they can better understand their rights and participate fully in legal and child welfare processes.

This work moves Texas closer to equitable access to justice through communication access.

If you are interested in serving on the Bridging the Silence advisory committee or participating as a professional partner, please email info@aidthesilent.com.

Since its inception in 1965, the Texas Bar Foundation has awarded more than $30 million in grants to law-related programs. Supported by members of the State Bar of Texas, the Texas Bar Foundation is the nation’s largest charitably-funded bar foundation.

Learn more:
www.aidthesilent.com