PLAY

Play is the birthright
of every child.

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EDUCATE

Inclusion in schools
changes lives.

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Transforming our world
through global advocacy.

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Innovative Leaders in Inclusive Play and Education Since 1998

Children with disabilities frequently face exclusion from play, peer interactions, and social networks, leading to detrimental effects on their life trajectories.  In response to this critical need, Inclusion Matters has spent a quarter century ensuring that no child is left on the sidelines of play.  Through collaborative partnerships across five continents, this life-altering mission is leveling the playing field between children with disabilities and their peers for millions of children throughout the world.

 

Our Mission

Inclusion Matters by Shane’s Inspiration is dedicated to creating play, dignity, and social connection for children with disabilities through inclusive playgrounds and education programs that unite children of all abilities worldwide.

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OUR EVENTS

BE INCLUDED!

365 Club & F2F Donor’s Circle

Become a Monthly Donor

Join one of our monthly giving programs and make a lasting impact for children of all abilities. With just $1 a day through our 365 Club, or by joining our Family2Family Donor’s Circle, you’ll help provide transportation, inclusive education, and access to playgrounds where all children can play, connect, and grow together. Your recurring gift ensures that no child is left on the sidelines—and that the power of inclusion reaches families every single day.
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Inclusive Schools Week

December 8 – 12, 2025

Celebrate Inclusive Schools Week with schools across Los Angeles honoring children of all abilities. This year’s theme, “Children First,” invites your school to create activities that promote belonging, respect, and inclusion. Start an inclusion committee, share stories about feeling included, or host discussions on inclusive education. Help every child feel seen, heard, and valued. Be part of the movement and show your school’s commitment to true inclusion!
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My PlayClub: Arctic Adventures

Saturday, December 6, 2025

Celebrate the Holidays at Aidan’s Place in Westwood with a fun playdate featuring holiday cookie decorating and festive card making! This free event brings children of ALL abilities together to play on our inclusive playground, enjoy face painting, temporary tattoos, treats, and more in a welcoming, winter wonderland setting. Volunteers from FOX Sports will be there to support our little elves and snow pals for this joyful celebration of play and inclusion!
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THANK YOU

Thank you to Edutopia, our education media partner, for bringing
Together, We Are Able to 12 million viewers worldwide!!

Playanthropists®
Investors in Inclusion!

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Playanthropists are financial investors in inclusion!  They help determine how fast and how far we can go in spreading this important mission to communities throughout the world. Playanthropists understand the importance of sustainable investments, ensuring that play, dignity and social connection will be provided to children and their families through meaningful and long-term strategies.  For more information on how you can become a Playanthropist, please contact Tiffany Harris – tiffany@inclusionmatters.org

OUR UN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS COMMITMENT

Inclusion Changes the World

UN Goals to Transform Our World

Our mission supports these UN Sustainable Development Goals.

04 Quality Education

Inclusive learning environments ensure that all children learn and grow together.

10 Reduced Inequalities

Inclusive playgrounds give all children equal
access to their communities.

03 Good Health & Well-Being

Inclusive playgrounds strengthen the bodies,
hearts, and minds of all children.

11 Sustainable Cities & Communities

Sustainable social inclusion transforms the
physical and social landscape.

17 Partnerships For The Goals

Inclusion Matters inspires powerful partnerships that create global change.
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Our Global Impact

80

PLAYGROUNDS
OPEN TO DATE

67

COUNTRIES RECEIVED
EDUCATION CURRICULUM

55000

CHILDREN DIRECTLY SERVED
THROUGH OUR ED PROGRAM

1000000

ANNUAL
PLAYGROUND VISITORS

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PLAYANTHROPISTS®

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