Mission: The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) is a convener, connector, and catalyst for change, increasing the political and economic power of people with disabilities. As a national cross-disability rights organization, AAPD advocates for full civil rights for the over 60 million Americans with disabilities by promoting equal opportunity, economic power, independent living, and political participation. (Less)

American Association of People with Disabilities is a 501(c)(3) organization, with an IRS ruling year of 1996, and donations are tax-deductible.