Learn about what we are doing to allow the voices of the special needs community to be heard, and how you can help spread awareness and compassion by sharing your personal stories with FCSN. Continue reading Introducing the FCSN Voices, FCSN’s Online Newsletter
By Ryan Liu, FCSN volunteer and Tech Editor for the FCSN blog FCSN Gala has always been one of the most important events in FCSN’s agenda each year. Featuring talented performers, a recap of FCSN’s great events and efforts to help the special needs community, and a chance to donate and help FCSN develop new programs and maintain current ones, the FCSN Gala is a … Continue reading FCSN Gala 2020
Written by Jason Hwan, Gala Event Co-Chair FCSN is dedicated in its effort to support special needs individuals and families. However, we cannot succeed without collaboration with the community and help from our volunteers. Usually, FCSN hosts a special event, like the FCSN Gala, to highlight what we have achieved and recognize those who have contributed to our success. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we … Continue reading FCSN Gala 2020- Challenges and Opportunities
Spotlight on Frank Prenot By Jessica Yu, FCSN Voices Youth Reporter Since the age of 15, Frank Prenot has been winning the crowd through drum performances. In 2016, he also started practicing and performing vocals. This year, he won top places at the 2020 annual FCSN (Friends of Children with Special Needs) Special Needs Talent showcase for his individual performance and also with his acapella … Continue reading Winners of FCSN’s 2020 Annual Talent Showcase
By Kelly Ko, FCSN East Bay Outreach and Enrichment Programs Director The Special Needs Talent Showcase, which started in 2015, has always been a highlight for many of our talented individuals with special needs, as well as for those who have supported this event throughout the years. This competition motivates and encourages our special-needs individuals to work hard for something they really want to achieve. … Continue reading 2020 FCSN Special Needs Talent Showcase
by CK Lee, FCSN President Dear FCSN Families and Friends, I would like to give you the FCSN annual report via newsletter during this challenging time. My wish is that you and your family are doing well. My hope is that everyone stays safe. Since 2019, FCSN has been working on technology upgrades which include both hardware and software. You may have noticed that some … Continue reading President’s Message
FCSN Kids and Young Adults Find Their Voices in Toastmasters By Dan Rachlin, FCSN parent About two years ago, I attended a routine IEP for my son Sammy. At the beginning of the meeting, his teacher Ms. Louis mentioned that Sammy would be giving his own presentation. I was quietly skeptical, expecting that this would be a very watered-down sort of affair. When it came … Continue reading FCSN Toastmasters Club
This blog is authored by Isabella He, a high school volunteer and program coordinator for the “FCSN Club at Your School” program. As the founder and president of the first FCSN club at my high school (Mission San Jose High School), I have seen the great impact that an FCSN club can have. Our club now has 90+ members, with many active members participating in … Continue reading FCSN School Clubs Program
Thanks to your overwhelming support during the Asian Pacific Fund’s Give-In-May Challenge. FCSN won the highest number of unique donors with over 500, the 2nd place finisher was close with about 450 donors. FCSN raised over $40,000 to combat the COVID 19 and the State budget crisis. Continue reading 6/2/2020 Give in May Challenge
Channel 2 KTVU News just posted Dream Achievers Band’s virtual concerts’ impact on the community by bringing love, joy and music into everyone’s home. The band performed virtual concerts for April’s Autism Awareness Month. Continue reading 4/28/2020 Dream Achievers on KTVU
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