Mission: Every child deserves the chance to realize their fullest potential in life. While others may focus on the challenges of the children we serve, we see possibilities; possibilities for confidence, happiness, achievement and self-reliance. For more than 65 years, The Centers for Exceptional Children has been providing a critical combination of support services, programs and facilities dedicated to one thing: helping children with special needs and their families thrive.  (Less)

The Centers for Exceptional Children is a 501(c)(3) organization, with an IRS ruling year of 1957, and donations are tax-deductible.