Hillary Simmons' Fundraiser for Mattingly Edge!

Hello friends and family! Thank you so much for coming to my fundraising page!

I joined Mattingly Edge in February 2024 as their new Director of Development, diving headfirst into a world I had never experienced before. Before this role, I had no clue about traditional disability supports and the limited options adults with disabilities often face. Spoiler alert: those supports tend to box people in rather than lift them up!

At Mattingly Edge, we believe that people with disabilities deserve more than the status quo—they deserve to live full, vibrant lives with the same opportunities, dreams, and choices as anyone else. Our mission? To build partnerships that help people with disabilities thrive in their work, homes, and relationships. And this isn't just important to me; it’s personal. I’m here because I want to be part of the change that gives people the chance to live authentically and chase the life they dream about. 

Mattingly Edge is about breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They help individuals find meaningful work, build relationships, and live in their own homes. It’s not just about services—it’s about ensuring everyone can lead a life full of purpose!

That’s why I’m raising funds for Mattingly Edge and why I’d love your support! Your donation will directly impact people with disabilities, helping them achieve their goals and thrive in our community. Every dollar counts! Together, we can make a real difference.

Please consider supporting my fundraiser by donating or sharing this page. Thank you for being part of this journey and helping create a more inclusive world!

	$25 helps fund Employment Discovery Through the Discovery process, Edge Employment seeks to uncover the individual skills of job candidates with disabilities, who currently face a 66% unemployment rate in KY.
	$50 helps fund Job Customization Our employment team is one of only two in Louisville trained to collaborate with business leaders and job candidates with disabilities to develop customized employment opportunities, one person at a time.
	$100 helps fund Help at Home Mattingly Edge offers individualized support to help people with the everyday responsibilities we all share—cooking, cleaning, managing schedules, paying bills, and contributing to their communities.
	$150 helps Build Community Only 10% of adults with disabilities in KY are part of an integrated community group where they can build relationships beyond paid supporters. That’s Mattingly Edge helps them connect with their communities by joining clubs, volunteering, and frequenting local spots like bars or coffee shops.
	$200 supports Empowerment & Personal Choice Guardianship is often the default for people with disabilities, despite availability of less restrictive options. Many state guardians, managing over 100 cases, have never even met those they make decisions for. We champion alternatives that enhance autonomy, and help those already assigned state guardians switch to private guardians they know and trust.
	$250 helps find Accessible Housing In a city where there is a shortage of 36,000 affordable housing units, only a fraction of what's available is even accessible. Our Inclusive Housing Solutions project helps people with disabilities in Louisville find or adapt homes to meet their needs and navigate paths toward home ownership.