Blooming Inclusiveness™

Blooming Inclusiveness™ is a vibrant initiative using the Sunflower to represent individuals with diverse abilities. The program is dedicated to cultivate kindness, plant seeds of inclusion, and nurture support against bullying in the special needs community

Laila’s Gift is dedicated to advocating for, supporting, and celebrating children with special needs and disabilities, along with their families. Since its inception in 2022, Laila’s Gift® has touched the lives of over 1,000 families, empowering not only the children, but also their siblings and caregivers to thrive together.

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Promoting Inclusivity For Individuals With Diverse Abilities

Launching in May and culminating in October, which is national anti-bullying month, Laila’s Gift® hosts a series of sunflower-themed events that foster dialogue and create opportunities for inclusive engagement for children with special needs, their families, and the broader community.

Symbolized by the sunflower, representing growth and resilience, this initiative emphasizes the limitless potential of those with diverse abilities. Each season, community members are invited to plant sunflower seeds in honor of individuals with special needs, with options for those unable to attend to submit profiles for seeds to be planted on their behalf. In the fall, everyone is welcome to celebrate at the Sunflower Festival, witnessing the beauty of inclusivity in full bloom.

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The Weight Of Grief & Guilt Can Feel Overwhelming

For families who have experienced the loss of a child with special needs, the weight of grief
and guilt can feel overwhelming.

At Laila’s Gift®, we believe that each child is a precious gift to the world, and we aim to surround these families with kindness and support.

The Blooming Inclusiveness™ Grant

Each year, we honor one family with a Blooming Inclusiveness™ grant from our partner, Zigglebee®, celebrating the unique life of their beloved child and the everlasting impact they leave behind.

Together, we stand by these families, offering steadfast love and support as they navigate their journey, ensuring that the light of their child’s spirit continues to shine bright.

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Overview

Blooming Inclusiveness™ Campaign

Blooming Inclusiveness™ involves a series of events centered around a sunflower theme. The highlight of these events is the First Annual Seeds of Inclusion event, where community members come together to hand plant sunflower seeds at a local Sunflower Field in Jarrettsville MD.

This act symbolizes how intentional nurturing of sunflower seeds can allow them to grow and blossom in limitless ways, just like individuals with diverse abilities.

To celebrate the growth of these sunflowers, a Sunflower Festival will be held in the fall.

This festival will be a sight to behold, showcasing the gorgeous sunflowers that have grown and become a representation of individuals with diverse abilities.

To support the Seeds of Inclusion event, sponsorship packages will be available for pledging sunflowers.  The money raised from these sponsorships will contribute to Laila’s Gift’s newest initiative titled  “Sunflower Field of Dreams” launching in 2025. This initiative aims to make birthday and milestone dreams come true for children with special needs and disabilities across the nation.