TURNING CHALLENGES INTO OPPORTUNITIES

The Arya Foundation provides need-based adaptive equipment to children with special needs in the Greater St. Louis Region. Learn more about why the organization was formed and our volunteer-run team.

Know a child that could use our services? Read about our process, whether they are eligible for aid, and apply. We provide up to $1000 in financial aid per child per year on adaptive equipment.

Would you like to volunteer or provide a great idea? Maybe you have a question or feedback. Even if you simply want to say hi, connect with us and let’s positively work together to uplift our community.

As we are 100% volunteer-run, over 90% of individual donations go straight to families with special needs in the Greater St. Louis Region. This means that we are using your donations efficiently and ethically.

The Arya Foundation’s events are unique and memorable. Whether we are hosting a convention or fundraiser, it’s an opportunity to build a network of people with the goal of improving our community.

Check out our online store, TAF House! All of our jewelry and is handcrafted by people with special needs and volunteers with a focus on quality and sustainability. Shop our jewelry and apparel now!

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