For 40 years, the Foundation for Developmental Disabilities (FDD) has invested in programs that help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) lead fuller, more connected lives. Through strategic grantmaking, FDD partners with organizations that remove barriers, expand access, and create communities where everyone has the opportunity to participate and thrive. This summer, FDD is proud to award nearly $92,000 in Program Grant funding to ten organizations whose...

At the Foundation for Developmental Disabilities (FDD), we are honored to support programs that empower individuals with developmental disabilities to gain confidence, independence, and meaningful life skills. One such partner making a profound impact is XO Ranch, a peaceful sanctuary in rural East County dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities through animal-assisted therapeutic and vocational programs. XO Ranch offers a nurturing...

At the Foundation for Developmental Disabilities (FDD), we believe education is one of the most powerful tools for creating lasting change, especially in the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). That belief is at the heart of the Dr. Raymond M. Peterson Scholarship. Established in honor of Dr. Raymond M. Peterson — a visionary advocate and devoted leader in the I/DD community — the scholarship carries his legacy forward by equipping the next generation...