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Donate Giveaway Items: To donate back-to-school supplies, non-perishable food items, or household essentials, please email cdawson@tnf1st.org . Back-to-School Items (Special Education) Non-Perishable Food Items Household Essentials Backpacks Plastic containers - all sizes Kleenex Wipes Three- hole punch Snacks (reg & gluten-free) Sheet protectors Masking tape White board & dry erase markers Fidgets & Sensory Items Hand Puppets Binders Binder rings Color printer Card stock paper/printer paper Hand sanitizer Clip board Magnetic tape Construction paper Storage bin First aid kit Toothbrush & tooth paste Deodorant Sanitary Pads Clothes pins & safety pins Tide pen Plastic baggies Cotton Swabs & cotton balls Magnifying glass headphones Adaptive pencil grips & holders Adaptive lunch boxes Adaptive devices (ex. ipad minis - Proloquo2Go) Drawing paper Dry erase pocket reusable sleeves Adaptive scissors Timers Chewies (sensory chew tools) Notebooks Weighted blankets Washable colored pencils and markers Nap mats Paper towels Non-latex gloves Adult pull-ups Pull-ups for children Sensitive (free of dye & perfume) lotion Lysol Air fresheners Plastic ware Paper plates (to use for food & to use for projects) Sharpies Batteries (AA and AAA) Glue sticks Laundry detergent Dixie cups Canned tuna Canned chicken Canned salmon Peanut butter Dry beans Rice Instant rice Pasta Macaroni and cheese Oatmeal packets Grits Cereal Pancake mix Crackers Tortillas (shelf-stable varieties) Applesauce cups Dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, apricots) Fruit cups Vegetable juice Canned soup Spaghetti and meatballs Instant noodles Granola bars Pretzels Popcorn Fruit snacks Crackers and cheese packs (shelf-stable) Flour Sugar Cooking Oil Salt Pepper Bottled water Other Toothbrushes Toothpaste Dental floss Mouthwash Bar soap Body wash Shampoo Conditioner Deodorant Lotion Lip balm Feminine hygiene products Adult hygiene wipes Dish soap Laundry detergent Disinfecting wipes Trash bags Paper towels Toilet paper Tissues Hand soap Diapers Pull-ups Baby wipes Baby shampoo Baby lotion Sippy cups Other

TNF1st Community Town Hall Panelists The Conversation Continues Dawn Neufeld Meryl Evans Crystal Currie Dr. Blair Hickey The following list of resources is provided for informational purposes only. The Not Forgotten 1st has compiled these resources based on our personal experiences and the experiences of others, but we encourage you to conduct your own thorough research and due diligence before engaging any of these providers. Your interactions and any agreements with these third parties are solely between you and the provider. By using this resource list, you acknowledge and agree that The Not Forgotten 1st is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

< Back Bright Beginnings OT & Wellness Katie Shelffo, Founder and Occupational Therapist Mission: “To provide powerful, holistic and effective therapy designed to help children thrive.” Contact Information: Email: info@brightbeginningsot.com Phone: 214-506-8087 Website: www.brightbeginningsot.com Address: 5335 Spring Valley Road, Dallas, Tx 75254 Previous Next The following list of resources is provided for informational purposes only. The Not Forgotten 1st has compiled these resources based on our personal experiences and the experiences of others, but we encourage you to conduct your own thorough research and due diligence before engaging any of these providers. Your interactions and any agreements with these third parties are solely between you and the provider. By using this resource list, you acknowledge and agree that The Not Forgotten 1st is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

< Back Blossoming Brains Mission: “Evidenced based asssesments and mental health care across the lifespan.” Contact Information: Email: manager@blossomingbrainsdfw.com Phone: 214-845-7336 Website: www.blossomingbrainsdfw.com Address: 5110 Eldorado Pkwy, Suite 460, Frisco, TX 75033 Previous Next The following list of resources is provided for informational purposes only. The Not Forgotten 1st has compiled these resources based on our personal experiences and the experiences of others, but we encourage you to conduct your own thorough research and due diligence before engaging any of these providers. Your interactions and any agreements with these third parties are solely between you and the provider. By using this resource list, you acknowledge and agree that The Not Forgotten 1st is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

< Back ABA ENHANCEMENT Mission: “Our mission is simple: We provide hope and love to the individuals and families we work with, regardless of funding source. This manifests in the programs we have that help neurodiverse individuals. It manifests in how we help individuals become more independent and self-reliant. It manifests in how we impact the overall quality of life for our clients and their families.” Contact Information: Email: IntakeCoordinator@abaenhancement.com Phone: (817) 730-6203 Website: https://abaenhancement.com/ Address (Texas Clinic): 7500 Beach St., Fort Worth, Texas 76137 (More addresses available on website) Previous Next The following list of resources is provided for informational purposes only. The Not Forgotten 1st has compiled these resources based on our personal experiences and the experiences of others, but we encourage you to conduct your own thorough research and due diligence before engaging any of these providers. Your interactions and any agreements with these third parties are solely between you and the provider. By using this resource list, you acknowledge and agree that The Not Forgotten 1st is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

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The Founder & The Journey When Portia’s second son was diagnosed with autism at the age of three, a new and challenging journey began. A sense of hopelessness crept in, and loneliness became a constant companion. The diagnosis was foreign, and the uncertainty and fear about his future was just as heavy on the heart as the uncertainty and fear of his day-to-day. At the time, resources were scarce and genuine, non-judgmental support for families was hard to find. She had no one to confide in, no one to learn from. The road felt long and isolating. But twenty-one years later, Portia and her son, Callie, stand as a testament to resilience and hope. Their journey is one of perseverance, filled with falls and triumphs, and unwavering faith. She learned that a diagnosis is not an ending—it's a beginning. There is hope and there is more to the story that they are navigating. Portia's heart beats for individuals with exceptionalities and their families. Through The Not Forgotten 1st, her mission is to promote awareness, acceptance, and respect. She is driven by a deep understanding of the road these families travel, even if their individual walks differ. She desires for both the individuals and the families to know that hope exists and they are not alone. Portia is here to help—whether it's connecting families with resources, finding job opportunities, or simply offering a shoulder to lean on. She wants every family to know that love and support live here.

Testimonials Testimonials Operation "No One Forgotten" Tactical Support for Exceptional Lives Meeting April 7, 2026 TNF1st Strategy (Hack-A-Thon) Meeting February 26, 2026 Dr. Demetrice Smith Capable Minds, Hearts & Hands Charles Daniel Merrill Lynch Deborah Bradford Community Care Allie McDaniel 29 Acres Dathan Johnson Alpaca Health Richard Martin DeSoto Police Department Clay Boatright Kim Reed Dehnu Mitchell H.E.R.O.E.S / Prosper ISD Here N' AdHere Community Town Hall July 17, 2025

< Back Safety Tools Safety Tools Resources: https://www.tnf1st.org/safety-tools Previous Next The following list of resources is provided for informational purposes only. The Not Forgotten 1st has compiled these resources based on our personal experiences and the experiences of others, but we encourage you to conduct your own thorough research and due diligence before engaging any of these providers. Your interactions and any agreements with these third parties are solely between you and the provider. By using this resource list, you acknowledge and agree that The Not Forgotten 1st is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

More than a resource fair—Operation “No One Forgotten” is a place where individuals with exceptionalities and their families can find answers, resources, encouragement, and hope. Connect with trusted organizations, explore opportunities, ask questions, and discover next steps in areas such as Education, Employment, Healthcare, Housing, Transition to Adulthood, and more. Families can also receive back-to-school supplies, household essentials, giveaways, and other support designed to make a difference. Because no family should have to navigate this journey alone. Saturday, August 8, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. City of DeSoto Town Center 211 E Pleasant Run Road DeSoto, Texas 75115 (Free Parking) Click to Register! Click to Donate! Giveaway Information

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Care Navigation At The Not Forgotten 1st, Care Navigation is more than connecting families to resources—it’s about walking alongside individuals with exceptionalities and their families every step of the way. We understand that this journey can feel overwhelming, filled with questions, decisions, and moments where the next step isn’t always clear. That’s where Care Navigation comes in. We help bridge the gap between uncertainty and understanding by guiding families with clarity and compassion. We are here to help you move forward with confidence. Through advocacy, resource connection, and ongoing support, our goal is simple: to ensure that every individual and every family feels seen, heard, supported—and never forgotten. Care Navigator Our Care Navigators are not just here to point you in a direction—we are here to walk with you. Access Page Community Resources The Community Resource page contains a curated list of organizations, non-profits and services, all dedicated to supporting individuals with exceptionalities and their families. Access Page The Care Navigation Companion The Care Navigation Companion is a thoughtfully designed toolkit created to support individuals with exceptionalities and their families throughout every stage of their journey. Access Page