Marquette High School Student Athlete Excels in Wheelchair Track

Biology teacher, fellow students help standout Marquette High School athlete get the most out of wheelchair track When Gianni Quintero narrowed his options of with Milwaukee-area high school to attend, be was searching for a school that could demonstrate not only a desire to help him succeed but also an outline of how it may […]
How Sun Prairie East stepped up to help an athlete’s quest to represent Team USA

“It’s going to be super cool to know that we helped her achieve her dream.”
The Ability Center is changing the world’s views on disabilities

“Let’s introduce people in a space where they feel welcome, wanted and comfortable,” said Buchman.
‘How can you become a champion for others’

Damian Buchman speaks at Cedar Community’s 2nd Leadership Event
Pius XI Partners With Rec Group to Offer Adapted Open Gym

A Milwaukee Catholic high school and a nonprofit dedicated to fostering recreational opportunities for disabled people have teamed up to offer a one-of-a-kind opportunity for indoor fun.
Trading Rubber Soles for Rubber Wheels To Gain New Perspectives

“The biggest takeaway for the day wasn’t in the score; it was in the experience….We all enjoyed the day and agreed it…
Universal Park Public Meetings

America’s Most Inclusive Park The Ability Center’s Universal Park project will become America’s first universally inclusive park in the country. By partnering with community-based nonprofits, industry leaders, and parks and recreation professionals, we’re leading a $10MM project that will create play opportunities where nobody is left on the sidelines. Universal Park is not another limited […]
City of Wauwatosa Common Council Update

Request for Common Council resolution in support of The Ability Center’s request for state funding for the Center’s Universal Park Capital Project at Wisconsin Avenue Park
Urban Milwaukee: Wisconsin Avenue Park Will Be Area’s First With Universal Access

Dreams Do Come True: Meet Jordyn
“It’s always been Jordyn’s dream to ice skate. What can you possibly say when a mother says to you; “It’s always been Jordyn’s dream to ice skate.” Sandi continued to share with me; “We didn’t tell Jordyn where we were taking her today, it was a surprise.” If you know me, you know I always […]