Every mother needs time to relax and recharge. To help support mothers of special needs children, Friendship Circle created a unique and inspiring Mom’s Shabbaton weekend, filled with pampering and meaningful opportunities to connect....
Gaining experience in a chosen field is crucial to achieving success. After years of informally welcoming college interns, LifeTown is now launching a formal internship program, an exciting new step for the organization. The...
Over 2,000 people supported and uplifted the entire Friendship Circle family at the annual FC5kRun and FCwalk. On Sunday, October 26, the community cheered on runners, walkers and rollers as they completed two courses...
Golda Och Academy students eagerly anticipated a schoolwide community service day to support their organization of choice. On October 9, 15 high schoolers visited LifeTown to lend their knowledge, skills, and talents to the...
At Friendship Circle, programs are created to facilitate fun, learning, and most importantly, lasting connections. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Friendship Circle pivoted to a virtual format, opening new pathways to stay in touch with...
Many Friendship Circle volunteers are embarking on a new phase of life as they begin college. To mark this milestone, graduating teens received a beautiful, custom mezuzah case bearing their college colors. This meaningful...
There is something special about walking into LifeTown and seeing the smiles of dedicated volunteers who make the magic happen. That energy was front and center on Wednesday, September 9, when 100 volunteers gathered...
LifeTown’s zero-entry indoor therapy pool is more than just a place to swim. It is a hub of joy, growth and independence for children, teens and adults with special needs. Now, as demand for...
Sometimes all it takes is the spark of an idea to create something truly special. For Friendship Circle Presidential teen volunteer, Sam Sharret, that spark led to an unforgettable LifeTown soccer event featuring the...
On Wednesday evening, September 3, 150 teen volunteers filled LifeTown, eager to lend a helping hand. The annual Kickoff event was an inspiring night that welcomed teens back at the beginning of the new...