Member Since March 2024
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Kendra Davenport came to Easterseals in 2022, bringing three decades of nonprofit experience, having managed development and communications portfolios and teams ranging in size from 50 to 1500 for several national and international organizations. Before joining Easterseals, as president and CEO, Kendra led global philanthropy, communications, and brand marketing for Operation Smile. She is a passionate collaborator and a champion of transparency and trust as she works to support Easterseals’ Network of 70 Affiliates, elevate the brand, and raise transformative funding and awareness of Easterseals’ mission – to promote equity, inclusion, and access for people living with disabilities, older Americans, and veterans.
Kendra Davenport
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Jul 26, 2024
Expanding accessibility is good for business, good for employees, and is just the right thing to do. Here's how leaders can support disability pride in the month of July and beyond.
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Many employers see veterans as an essential part of their workforce, but they are less certain about how to support them.
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Easterseals
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Children and adults with disabilities, families, and communities find high-quality services designed to meet their needs when they come to Easterseals. Through a diverse array of supports and programs Easterseals Network of 70 Affiliates across the country aim to address disparities throughout multiple diverse populations, specifically within the social determinants of health — including access to quality education and health care, stable employment, and community engagement. Easterseals also serves seniors and veterans and provides comprehensive mental health supports and programs to help them thrive. Whether helping seniors re-enter the workforce or helping veterans transition from active duty to private sector jobs, Easterseals is there every step of the way. Each year, Easterseals staff of 32,000, along with thousands of volunteers and advocates lead the way to greater equity, inclusion and accessibility for people of all ages with all disabilities, seniors, veterans and their families and communities.