Summer brings sunshine, fresh energy, and new chances to grow. It’s a time to listen, learn, and lift each other up. At The Kennedy Collective, we believe in the power of Collective Voices where everyone’s ideas and stories matter. By speaking up and working together, we create a community that welcomes all.
This summer let’s keep reaching higher and dreaming bigger. Every action we take brings more light to our mission and more joy to our community. Together, we can shape the future of The Kennedy Collective and reimagine what’s possible for the communities we champion every day.
When we unite as a Collective, our abilities have no bounds!
With gratitude and joy,
Collective Voices
Spotlight:
TKC Leadership Grads!
This month, we spotlight and congratulate Roy Watanabe, Director of IT Infrastructure & Operations, and Joanne Van Vlack, Employment Services Manager, on their graduation from Leadership Greater Bridgeport Class 36!
Roy and Joanne joined professionals across the region to build leadership skills, create lasting connections, and gain new insights that they are bringing back to The Kennedy Collective to strengthen our mission.
Joanne & Roy's dedication to continuous growth and community impact exemplifies what it means to lead with purpose. We are so proud to have them on Team Kennedy Collective!
Leadership Greater Bridgeport (LGB) is a comprehensive and intensive development initiative designed to empower individuals in our community to become effective and impactful leaders in their respective fields. The program aims to provide participants with the knowledge, skills, and resources necessary to lead with vision, inspire teams, and drive positive change.
Michael’s Gone Viral! 🎉
Our June Collective Voices Spotlight, Michael Hedrick, is blowing up on Instagram!
Tap the image to watch his viral video
CLICK HERE to read his story—and explore more inspiring voices on our Collective Voices page!
July 2025 'A Unique Perspective'
Featured Calendar Artist
Ryan Curl
"The Dome of Santa Maria"
Ryan is a skilled architectural painter whose watercolor on paper brings to life a diverse array of arches, domes, and turrets. His dynamic use of form and and color infuses each building with palpable energy, capturing both the essence of real and fantastical places.
Thank you Ryan for sharing your amazing artistry with our community.
To purchase The Kennedy Collective original art & art-inspired merchandise, visit:
Our new center-based ABA services provide tailored Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy to children, teens, and young adults (ages 3 to 21) with autism. The insurance-funded center is located at 2440 Reservoir Ave.,Trumbull, CT.
For more information and to register, visit: Collective ABA or contact:
brings to life stories that define our Kennedy Collective employee’s drive and commitment to the profound work they perform with love every day. Our July Spotlight goes to... Sara Schwartzer
Coming Up at TKC...
Autism Learning Network July Drop-in Social
Summer Fun
Click below to sign up!
June 14 - September 15
TKC is partnering with Coffee for Good to showcase the inspired art of our amazing MDAC artists.
Stop by Coffee for Good, 48 Maple Ave. in Greenwich to enjoy a cup of coffee and discover Unleashed 🐾—a heartfelt collection of pet-inspired artwork.
All artwork is available for purchase. Proceeds benefit MDAC, our artists, and Coffee for Good.
Goings on at TKC...
Summer Fun at Bass Pro Shops!
Project Impact and Project Rise day programs kicked off summer with a trip to Bass Pro Shops for a fun, underwater-themed bowling experience! 🎳🌊 Each month, participants have a voice in selecting the activities they’d like to explore—and bowling was a top choice. It was a day filled with laughter, teamwork, and new memories—just one example of how our programs empower individuals to shape their own experiences.
Transition to Employment program (T2E) participants had the opportunity to intern at Chili’s to gain hands-on experience in a real-world setting. Each week, they focused on building essential job skills including, packaging cutlery and napkins for table settings, preparing credit card machines, and pre-portioning vegetables for meal prep. Chili's has offered a meaningful space for skill-building, confidence, and workplace readiness!
Pictured: Meghan preps table set-ups to get ready for Chili's lunch crowd!
First Responders, Educators, and Healthcare Professionals
The Kennedy Collective is offering Autism Preparedness Training to help foster inclusive communities by equipping professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to successfully engage with individuals with Autism.
To learn more about our training program and to register, please contact:
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