Self-Advocate Businesses

Jeff founded Gifts of God's Creations, a craft and ceramics business, in 2019. Inspired by Matthew 17:20 - "Our faith can move mountains," Jeff creates artwork in a variety of mediums, including crosses, earrings, and buttons. He is most inspired by his younger brother, Jason, and his faith in God.  

Grace is a young lady who loves art. After getting her first big girl desk at eight years old, Grace started spending more and more time pursuing this passion. Since then, art has become therapeutic for her; a safe space for self expression and a technique to help her navigate emotions. GracePlace Art was created to give Grace a platform through which she could share her art, and her story with the world. Her hope is to empower the Down syndrome and special needs communities, inspiring people of all abilities to follow their dreams, no matter how wild.

Gracie's Doggie Delights is operated by an enterprising young woman with Down syndrome who loves dogs. These are her dog's favorites and we hope they will your pet's favorites too. Her Doggie Delights are made with just ONE ingredient. Freeze dried USDA inspected meat. No additives. No chemicals. The high value dog treat you've been looking for.

Travis Gunther lives in Plymouth, WI. He has been creating works of art since he first held a pencil. Travis enjoys classic TV and movies because they give him lots of ideas. Most of all, he love my family and friends and wants his art to give you joy, and cheer up your day.

H-Bomb Ties is a clothing brand inspired by Harrison (aka H-Bomb) that specializes in fun bow ties and neck ties for children and adults. Harrison, who has Down Syndrome and Autism, is a fun loving, energetic, personable, hardworking, fashion forward boy from Ohio. Harrison helps pick styles, test products, and occasional personally delivers orders accompanied with a fist-bump.

We are a family run business wanting to grow and employ other adults with special needs. We offer ordering delicious, locally roasted coffee online and delivered to your doorstep every month. Inclusion Brew is a light and medium roast blend, we have medium and dark roast as well. Whole bean or ground. DRINK COFFEE. DO GOOD.

Welcome to If You Had Wings, where we're building more than birdhouses. (Truth be told, though, we spend a good bit of time doing just that.) We're also building on the goal of the Todd Family of Virginia Beach to “Do Good Things.” Whether that means supporting non-profit organizations with donations we receive, celebrating the gifts of our loved ones with disabilities or encouraging collaboration, we're all in.

Hello and welcome to Imperfect Creations. I have been making quilts and other sewing crafts for over five years. I decided that I wanted to sell them and raise awareness for individuals with disabilities. Here you will find all kinds of quilts and many one of a kind handmade creations. I hope you find what you are looking for or become inspired.

John's Crazy Socks is a father-son social enterprise inspired by John Lee Cronin, a young man with Down syndrome, and his love of colorful and fun socks, or what he calls his “crazy socks.” We're on a mission to spread happiness. We have socks you can love with the widest array of fun, unique and beautifully designed socks that let you express your passion and personality.

Charlie is an intuitive abstract artist who embraces a blank canvas as an imaginative adventure. He has studied painting in London, Santa Fe and Dallas, and has sold art to private and corporate collectors around the world. Charlie finds great joy in painting, and hopes his art makes others happy too.

Kayla Snover Studio is where color and shapes combine to create dynamic pieces. Founded in 2020, Kayla's passion for color is evident through her use of the complete spectrum of the rainbow in her pieces. From her popular recycled Tyvek art to her empowering merchandise line, “Different is Cool”, Kayla invites you to share her mission of making the world a more colorful and inclusive place for all."

Kendall, 22, loves to crochet hats! She began making hats several years ago as gifts, but once her inventory grew so large, she decided to open an Etsy shop and have her own business. She creates beautiful color combinations, each as unique and special as she is. Her favorite part of being an Internet Businesswoman is shipping the hats to her customers. She takes great pride in knowing that what she has made will make someone very happy!