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Celebrate “Choose to Include” this March—a call to action to move beyond awareness and into intentional, meaningful support for people with developmental disabilities.

Sunshine Communities is challenging the community to lead by example—turning awareness into tangible impact and ensuring every individual is seen, valued, and empowered. 

Looking to learn more about Sunshine? If you’ve never visited, request a tour here.

Blue and white “Acoustics for Autism” event graphic featuring a winged acoustic guitar inside a circular emblem with words like “Play,” “Laugh,” and “Love,” presented by Project iAm.

March 1: Sunshine Art Studio will serve as a sensory-friendly, quiet indoor space featuring activities created by the Autism Society of Northwest Ohio (ASNO).

Restaurant Week Toledo logo on green background with white city skyline graphic and bold black and white text.

March 2-8: Located in historic Uptown Maumee, Georgette’s (owned and operated by Sunshine Communities) is proud to participate in Restaurant Week Toledo 2026 (March 2–8), supporting Leadership Toledo’s tuition-free youth programs

People enjoying ice cream at an outdoor community event celebrating inclusion and developmental disabilities awareness.

March 11: Some of the best memories are made around food. Join us for ice cream, conversation, and a sweet way to celebrate Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. 12:30-1:30 at Sunshine Communities. 

Individuals from Sunshine Communities participate in a hands-on science activity at Imagination Station in Toledo, Ohio during Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.

March 25: Free & open to the public: We’re taking over the Imagination Station for a day of hands-on fun. Come explore, learn, and connect. 

Smiling Georgette’s employee holding a bag of Georgette’s Sunrise coffee, a coffee with a cause supporting people with developmental disabilities.

All Month: Serve coffee with a cause at your workplace and actively support Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in Northwest Ohio.

Smiling Sunshine Communities participant wearing an Ohio State shirt outdoors in Northwest Ohio.

All Month: Share a story about someone you know at Sunshine—or an event or program you’ve experienced, or anyone in your world with a developmental disability.  What do they teach you about life? Share using the hashtag #ChooseToInclude and tag Sunshine Communities! 

Child supported by Sunshine Communities resting comfortably in adaptive seating with a favorite stuffed animal in Northwest Ohio.

Anytime: Direct your gift to what matters most to you.