Between Friends is a pan-disability organization providing quality social, recreation and development opportunities to more than 80 different disability groups; of which, over 40% of are on the Autism Spectrum. Our programs & services are designed for children, youth, and adults based on age group & interests. Everyone is welcome to participate at Between Friends, regardless of ability, age, gender, race, gender identity, religion or culture.
Why We Exist
Between Friends exists because everyone deserves access to social & recreation programs that enrich quality of life, but there are still many barriers to participation for people with disabilities.
We all deserve opportunities to connect, grow, and belong in a community.
At Between Friends, we promote social inclusion by reducing barriers to access and participation for people with disabilities. This includes providing the increased support required and tending to the various needs our members may have. Our programs are designed to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, can participate in every activity. Our members thrive in an environment where they feel safe and well supported. The experiences they gain, both in building relationships and participating in engaging activities, contribute positively to their mental health and decreased level of isolation.”
Simco Management is proud to support Between Friends and participates each year in their annual March fundraiser.
One or our team member’s son Riley has attended the various programs that Between Friends offers including summer camp and he just loves it. The camp has helped him grow and develop and what he really loves about it, is how he can do things like any other kid that is often just taken for granted. He now gives back to the program by being a volunteer to this amazing organization.
2018 – Bowl-a-thon
We were the Simco Jocks vs. Simco Greasers – we raised $12,000.00 – The Simco Jocks and Greasers managed to get along enough to raise $12,000.00.
2019 – Bowl-a-thon
We were the Simco Gar Bears – we raised $16,000.00 – Simco Gar Bears really do care. We outdid ourselves from 2018 and raised $16,000.00.
2020 – Bowl-a-thon
We were Simco Rogue 1-6 – we raised $20,925.00 – The force was strong with the Simco Rogue 1 to 6 teams. With the help of the force $20,925.00 was raised.
2021 – Virtual Event
We were Simco’s Got Talent – we raised $26,500.00 Simco’s Got Talent, that is questionable but we certainly were funny. A good time was had by all and the best news is that we managed to raise $26,500.00.
2022 – Virtual Event
We are Simco 80’s Network – we have raised so far $31,020.00 The 80’s never looked so good on Simco 80’s Network. Thank you to everyone who donated and helped us raise a whopping $31,020.00.