Matching peer mentors with children of all abilities to build communication, connection, and confidence in a fun, structured environment.
Programs are open to all children ages 5–18, independent of diagnosis. Peer mentors are youth volunteers ages 9–18.
Youth volunteers ages 9–18 who model respectful, age-appropriate behavior and communication with their peers.
Register as mentor →Children ages 5–18, all abilities welcome, joining to connect, communicate, and grow socially.
Register as participant →Share your expertise during programming or serve as an advisor to the MORIAH team.
Get involved →MORIAH Cooperative provides guidance and support services for children with special needs and their families — focusing on interpersonal communication, relationship development, and social learning. Programs are delivered independent of diagnosis; many participants have Autism, Cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and other exceptionalities.
Every dollar goes directly to program delivery — helping children with Autism, Cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and other exceptionalities connect with peers.
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High school and college students from across the Phoenix metro help develop training curriculum, program leadership, and volunteer recruiting. Applications are reviewed quarterly.
A research-based analytical approach for educating communities to respect individual uniqueness and assisting organizations — including camps, sports leagues, and businesses — with building inclusive programs that bridge the divide between typical and special needs children.
A new research-backed program in partnership with Arizona State University, helping neurodiverse adolescents and young adults build social, communication, and workplace skills. Funded by UHCCCP.
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