Friendship Foundation received a grant to purchase supplies such as art supplies, crafts, sports equipment, and games for school clubs. Friendship Clubs will reach approximately 2,500 children during the grant year. The Friendship Foundation transforms the lives of people with special needs, their families, volunteers, and eventually society. Friendship Foundation’s mission is to bring happiness and companionship to children with special needs in a way that celebrates their uniqueness and individuality through participation in age-appropriate social, recreational and educational activities with their peers. Build leadership skills and foster the values of altruism, volunteerism, and sacrifice among student volunteers. Impart renewed strength, comfort and peace of mind to the parents of these special children. And heighten the community’s awareness, sensitivity, and sense of responsibility with regard to responding to these vital needs. The Friendship Foundation (then known as the Friendship Circle) also received a grant from the Leo Buscaglia Foundation in 2010.The values that students learn while apart of Friendship Foundation goes on to serve them throughout the rest of their lives. Whether it’s the volunteer or the student who had someone take the time to show they care. What an amazing way to share love with our fellow humans. Leo would be so proud.