Message from the President & CEO
There is an old saying that defines success as "preparation plus opportunity". In 2007, ECF was given an extraordinary opportunity to demonstrate the truth offered by this simple formula.
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Exceptional Children's Foundations Elects Four Community Members to its Board of Directors
The Exceptional Children's Foundation announced today that it has elected four new members to its board of directors.
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Exceptional Children's Foundation Finalizes Merger with Kayne Eras Center, Expanding Reach and Resources to All People with Developmental Disabilities
Merger Forms One of California's Most Comprehensive Nonprofits Serving People of All Ages with Special Needs.
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Exceptional Children's Foundation Forms Young Leaders Board; Young Professionals Gather at Beverly Hills Hotel, Raise More Than $10,000
The Exceptional Children's Foundation, a nonprofit serving 2,300 children and adults with developmental disabilities, is tapping into the time, talent and energy of local up-and-coming young professionals through the creation of a Young Leaders Board.
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Exceptional Children's Foundation Merger with Kayne Eras Center
Creates One of State’s Most Comprehensive Nonprofits Serving the Disabled. Expansion of Services Now Ranges From Birth Through Adulthood.
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Welcome to ECF

Over 60 years ago, several parents, driven by a powerful vision and their love for their children who were born with developmental disabilities, forged the creation of ECF. These parents knew with the right mission, ECF would stand the test of time and attract caring, service-oriented people who would improve lives and strengthen communities for decades to come. Our founders were right. For six decades, ECF has promulgated these original plans and helped thousands of children and adults with disabilities grow with opportunities to live in communities throughout Los Angeles with dignity, self-respect, and happiness.
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