Creating pathways to employment for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Since the U.S. first recognized National Disability Employment Awareness Month in 1945, systemic barriers and inequities have persisted despite decades of advocacy and progress. Today, for example, the unemployment rate for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) remains nearly twice as high as for those without disabilities. Across Washington and Oregon, the Kuni Foundation is honored to […]
Centering inclusion: Sabin CDC and partners advance affordable housing for people with IDD
Sabin Community Development Corporation (CDC) recently hosted an engaging roundtable at its Center of Joy in Northeast Portland to highlight recent work with Portland State University (PSU) and other housing efforts. Graduate students from PSU’s Master of Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) Program kicked off the gathering with a presentation of their feasibility study, analyzing […]
Empowering Potential: Disability Employment Awareness
People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs) have unique skills and perspectives that benefit employers, yet the unemployment rate for people with IDDs is more than double the rate of their neurotypical peers. October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, which celebrates the value and talent employees with IDD contribute to America’s workplaces and economy. To […]
Kuni Foundation Awards $11.3 million to Washington and Oregon Nonprofits
Funding accelerates inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and revolutionary cancer research. From a documentary film on Autism to a first-in-the-world clinical trial for children’s leukemia, the Kuni Foundation’s recent round of funding is powering potential through grants, advocacy and program related investments. A full list of funded organizations can be found here. […]
Addressing Unmet Housing Needs – Kuni Foundation Partners with Housing Oregon to Highlight IDD Housing Opportunities
A five-session conference track sponsored by the Kuni Foundation will explore the challenges and opportunities in addressing the unmet housing needs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Since publishing a study titled, “Housing Needs for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities” in 2020, the Kuni Foundation has been working to raise awareness of the […]
Kuni Foundation Welcomes Robyn Shuey as Director of Grants and Programs
Robyn Shuey is joining the Kuni Foundation as Director of Grants and Programs, a new role that reflects the organization’s growth and commitment to the communities the foundation serves. “We’re excited to have Robyn join our team at such a dynamic and pivotal time in the evolution of our organization,” said Angela Hult, President of […]
Kuni Foundation Awards $13.2 Million to Oregon and Washington Nonprofits
Grants Support Research Dismantling Disparities in Cancer Detection and Treatment for BIPOC Communities; Innovative Housing Solutions for People Experiencing Intellectual Disabilities Accelerating cancer research that improves detection and treatment for underserved communities and increasing access to housing for adults experiencing intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) are priorities reflected in the 19 grants awarded to organizations […]