Third time’s a charm! We’re thrilled to team up with Sam again to support his dreams and the dreams of many Inclusion Connections students.

Why Your Support Matters to Paul, Shelby & Sam

Paul Hoffman, Chief Financial Officer at Worcester Investments and Hawaiian Bros, and Shelby Hoffman, Interior Designer at Nell Hill’s, are honored to be part of an organization that brings joy and opportunity to so many in the community. Shelby has been volunteering at FashionAbility since the very first gala, serving as backstage manager for the past five years, and Paul has supported the event for several years as well. This year marks their third time partnering with Sam Charpentier, who they first teamed up with during the first two galas. Sam has been part of Inclusion Connections for 13 years, loves making dog toys, and works at Sweet Tee’s and Dairy Queen. In his free time, he enjoys video games and dreams of becoming a police officer.

Support Paul, Shelby & Sam’s campaign to help Inclusion Connections create even more opportunities for students like Sam.

106.80%
Goal $7,500
Help Paul, Shelby & Sam Reach Their Goal — Donate Today!
106.80% Raised
$8,010 donated
41 Donors
Campaign has ended
  • We love you guys! -Brett and Lindsay
    Brett Meinzer
  • To put a little bit of love out in the universe.
    Debbie Hutchison
  • Go team!!! ❤️
    Chloe Gentry
  • Such an important cause an organization and having enormous respect for Shelby and Paul in their involvement
    Kari Stubbs
  • We ❤️Sam!😀👏😀
    John and Lisa Arnold
  • Here’s to dog toys, Dairy Queen, and making a difference. Keep being your bright self, Sam ❤️
    Bailey & Jake Hawks
  • Shine bright Sam, Shelby and Paul! Love, Alex & Tristan
    Alexandra Jones
  • We love you both 🤍
    Stephanie Schwin
  • #verygoodstuff
    Rob MORGAN
  • ❤️
    Pam Hoffman
  • Dream team! Go crush it out there.😊💃🏼
    Mercedes Burdick
  • About Inclusion Connections

    Inclusion Connections empowers young adults with developmental disabilities to pursue their goals and thrive. From job training and employment at PawsAbilities, to theater, arts, and fitness programs, to the future BelongKC supportive living community, every program is designed to build independence and belonging.

    FashionAbility is our signature fundraiser that makes these life-changing opportunities possible and every team on the runway represents the dreams of our students.

  • The Impact of Your Gift

    Your donation doesn’t just support an event — it changes lives. A gift of $50 provides transportation so a student can get to work. With $100, you can cover an entire week of job coaching. A contribution of $250 opens the door for students to take part in arts and fitness programs that build confidence and friendships. And a generous gift of $500+ helps us move closer to building BelongKC, our future supportive living community.

    When you give to Paul, Shelby & Sam's campaign, you’re investing directly in Sam’s dreams and creating opportunities for him and his friends at IC to thrive.

  • Your Generosity Deserves the Spotlight — Thank You!
    1. KAREN MORRIS

      $50
    2. Brett Meinzer

      $250
      We love you guys! -Brett and Lindsay
    3. Worcester Investments

      $1,000
    4. Debbie Hutchison

      $250
      To put a little bit of love out in the universe.
    5. Chloe Gentry

      $100
      Go team!!! ❤️
    6. Heather Brundieck

      $50
    7. Ashley Starke

      $100
    8. Brittany Siler

      $100
    9. Kari Stubbs

      $100
      Such an important cause an organization and having enormous respect for Shelby and Paul in their involvement
    10. tiffany patton

      $100
    11. Marissa McMullen

      $20
    12. John and Lisa Arnold

      $500
      We ❤️Sam!😀👏😀
    13. T-Mobile

      $750
    14. Dave Hoffman

      $750
    15. Denise Charpentier

      $100
    16. Bailey & Jake Hawks

      $100
      Here’s to dog toys, Dairy Queen, and making a difference. Keep being your bright self, Sam ❤️
    17. Cindy Charpentier

      $250
    18. Dan Zima

      $500
    19. Alexandra Jones

      $100
      Shine bright Sam, Shelby and Paul! Love, Alex & Tristan
    20. Susan Christifano

      $200
    21. Karen Texeira

      $50
    22. Megan Harrison

      $50
    23. Sarah Barrett

      $100
    24. Nancy & Dennis Bryant

      $50
    25. Worcester Investments

      $1,000
    26. Reed Frizell

      $50
    27. Debbie Van Blaricum

      $25
    28. Heidi Hess

      $50
    29. Jillian & Scott Glass

      $75
    30. Stephanie Schwin

      $50
      We love you both 🤍
    31. Debbie Jones

      $25
    32. Rob MORGAN

      $50
      #verygoodstuff
    33. Pam Hoffman

      $50
      ❤️
    34. Josh and Meagan Brown

      $500
    35. Haley Zeikle

      $50
    36. Joel Worcester

      $250
    37. Mercedes Burdick

      $25
      Dream team! Go crush it out there.😊💃🏼
    38. Denise Zeikle

      $50
    39. Emily Hoffman

      $25
    40. Zach Marten

      $100
    41. Sarah Sullivan

      $5
    42. Victoria Griffin

      $5
    43. Evelyn Burns

      $5
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