Why Donate

Here are just a few good reasons why you might want to choose Ability Online as a key focus of your philanthropic activities:

• There is virtually no other charity that addresses the area we do at Ability Online.
• Ability Online makes a unique, relevant and timely statement about the positive, empowering qualities of technology and the Internet.
• At a time when there are those who take a 'glass half empty' attitude to safety and security on the Internet, Ability Online makes a 'glass half full' statement about the possibilities when the right precautions are put in place.
• Ability Online provides a service to people that just was not there before.
• Ability Online has been in operation for 20 years! This is a significant testament to its need, its credibility, and its value.
• Ability Online is not a new venture, spawned by the current interest in all things Internet-related. We are well-established and deep in our philosophy, with principles and programs that have their origins in highly developed therapeutic thinking.
• Ability Online is a relevant and fitting testimonial to any sponsor that wants to make the point that technology can extend one's abilities, and allow one to bring more within one's reach.
• Ability Online puts a positive focus on the importance of communication in relationships.
• Ability Online addresses an area where the potential for emotional impact with the public is powerful.

From Nikki:

My friends call me Nikki. I was born with Spina bifida. Most people I meet feel bad for me and through out the years I have been singled out because of my disability. I never really knew what having a true friend was. AS I got into my highschool years I was really struggling because I had a few friends I hung out with sometimes, but mostly I was on my own. I never felt like I have fitted in anywhere. So ability online has taught me what it means to have friends and fit in somewhere. Ability Online is like my second home. If this website was to ever shut down a lot of children and teenagers and even adults would be very upset and lonely. Cuz of once this is a very warm and loving atmosphere. I love this web site along with many other people

From Aaron:

Im Aaron, im 12 years old and have been with ability about a year and a half. I have found that ability has helped me overcome my many daily challenges that I run into. I hope it does the same for you. There are thousands of wonderful caring people here who are friends for ever and who are there to guide you through hard times. I understand everything that you mentioned in your message. Please feel free to browse ability online. There are many conferences under many different topics and thousands of people to talk to. Hope to hear from you soon and hope you enjoy Ability online and that it helps you as much as its helped me.

From Kristin:

I was in the high school. I was so lonely and didn’t have any friends in high school. So I found out about Ability Online and it changed my life. So I have lots of friends and some best friends and some special friendships too. I like Ability Online.

My name is Kathy…, yes I am Ashlee’s Mom.

I have been on here for a few years however I lost my password and with Ashlee’s encouragement I got setup again. I am so happy to be back on this most amazing site. In just the last couple of days I have received myself a lot of support and help with getting things done. I cannot count how many times my daughter has received so much support and encouragement from all the people on this site. It is so nice to know as a parent that there is a place for our kids to get the support that they need. Thanks so much for the safe environment.