Sean’s Story: Turning a Passion for Cooking Into a Professional Future with Opportunity Kitchen
Sean Wilson’s journey is one of resilience, self-discovery, and the power of second chances. Once working as a dishwasher at Denny’s and struggling to make ends meet, Sean knew something […]
Dawn’s Culinary Journey with Opportunity Kitchen
At Columbia Ability Alliance, our mission is all about transformation—helping people discover their potential, learn new skills, and feel empowered to take the next steps in their lives. We’re so […]
Making the Internet a More Inclusive Place with accessiBe
We’re delighted to share a guest blog from Sheldon Lewis, Nonprofit Partnership Manager at accessiBe. Lewis recently helped us install an exciting new accessibility tool, making our website a resource […]
National Disability Employment Awareness Month – Access to Good Jobs for All
By Cheri Montee, Director of HR, Columbia Ability Alliance, and Michael Novakovich, President & CEO, Columbia Ability Alliance October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time to celebrate […]
Building Connections at Engage & Grow 2024
Guests came together to enjoy a great night of networking and learning about Columbia Ability Alliance at our annual Engage & Grow 2024 event. Guests were provided with a […]
Celebrating Our Impact: Columbia Ability Alliance’s 2023-2024 Achievements
We are excited to present Columbia Ability Alliance’s 2023/2024 Impact Report, showcasing the milestones and successes we’ve achieved over our past fiscal year (July 2023 – June 2024). Our commitment […]
Discover the Benefits of Adult Day Services in the Tri-Cities at Columbia Ability Alliance
When it comes to finding reliable and enriching adult day services in the Tri-Cities, Columbia Ability Alliance’s Community Center stands out as a beacon of support, engagement, and inclusivity. Our […]
2024 Giving Blitz: Generosity Unlocked!
It was a whirlwind 48 hours of generosity and fun as we embarked on a mission to raise $50,000. We asked, and our community answered: We are excited to share […]
Justin’s Journey: From Facing Barriers to Leading with Purpose at Columbia Ability Alliance
For Justin, employment has never been just about a paycheck — it’s about independence, dignity, and purpose. Over the past 16 years, he has gone from being a Columbia Ability […]
From Support to Success: A Sister’s View of How Opportunity Kitchen Transformed Her Brother’s Life
Sometimes, the most powerful success stories come from the people who witness them firsthand. For Lauren, watching her brother grow through Columbia Ability Alliance’s Opportunity Kitchen program has been nothing […]
