CDS consumer with a walker is accompanied by an OT student employee walking down a hallway.

Giving to the Center for Disability Services

The Center for Disability Services supports individuals with disabilities while serving as a vital training site for College of Health and Human Services students. Services promote independence, dignity and quality of life. 

Advancing care and inclusion 

Donor support enhances programs, resources and access to specialized services. 

Center highlights 

  • Individuals and families served annually 
  • Student involvement hours 
  • Program retention or participation rates 

Your impact 

Gifts support: 

  • Direct services for individuals with disabilities 
  • Specialized program resources and equipment 
  • Experiential learning for future health professionals 

Ways to Give 

  • Mail a check designated to the Center for Disability Services to: 
    Attn: Gift Processing 
    WMU Foundation 
    1903 W Michigan Ave 
    Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5403 
  • Connect with the college advancement team to discuss customized, in-kind or planned giving opportunities 

Your Dollar at Work 

  • $250 supports program materials and adaptive resources 
  • $1,000 supports individualized services for participants 
  • $5,000 supports expanded programming or staff training 
  • $20,000+ supports program capacity and service expansion