Meet Your 2026 FashionAbility Top Models

Click a team to learn their story and support their campaign.

Each Top Model team pairs a community leader with a young adult with developmental disabilities. Together, they’re competing to raise funds that support Inclusion Connections programs. The team that raises the most will be crowned Top Model at the FashionAbility Gala!

$100,354 of $250,000 Goal

  1. Christina Fenwick with Rachel Mast

    Your support will make a meaningful difference in the lives of incredible people!

    $10,030 donated of $11,500 goal

  2. Greg Highbarger with Matthew Horn

    We’re in it to win it for Matt’s future.

    $9,135 donated of $11,500 goal

  3. Jill Maloney and Courtney Oddo with Anna Weinand

    Because every life deserves opportunity, joy, and independence.

    $8,930 donated of $11,500 goal

  4. David Hunt with Eli McCalla

    Help us reach our $7,500 goal, your support makes dreams come true!

    $7,625 donated of $9,500 goal

  5. Matt and Cory Blue with Rachel Zink

    Together with Rachel, we’re raising awareness for Inclusion Connections and BelongKC — because every student deserves the chance to shine.

    $5,220 donated of $7,500 goal

  6. Mike and Ellie Burton

    Father. Daughter. Dream Team for Inclusion.

    $5,125 donated of $7,500 goal

  7. Lisa Richardson and Greg Garbeff with Pattie Garbeff

    The young adults at Inclusion Connections are gifts from God and we are blessed to have them in our lives. We are their cheerleaders and love supporting them!

    $4,705 donated of $7,500 goal

  8. Will Marshall and Michael Billings

    Michael’s working hard toward a future where he can live on his own, get married, and shine—and your support helps him get there.

    $4,525 donated of $7,500 goal

  9. Ryan Banes with Ashtin Miller

    Being a Top Model at this year’s Fashionability Gala means stepping out of my comfort zone to stand alongside others who inspire me with their courage and individuality.

    $4,465 donated of $7,500 goal

  10. Meg and Matt Gasparovich with Lexi Boster

    Walking the runway with Lexi is an honor — your support helps Inclusion Connections continue changing lives.

    $4,145 donated of $7,500 goal

  11. Michelle Pfister and Erica Banks with Emily Edwards

    We’re proud to support this incredible cause, and hope you’ll join us in lifting up these amazing students and their families.

    $3,965 donated of $7,500 goal

  12. Paul and Shelby Hoffman with Sam Charpentier

    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.

    $3,790 donated of $7,500 goal

  13. Jared and Kaci Nowak with Alexis Cutler

    Help us in supporting a great cause!

    $3,765 donated of $7,500 goal

  14. Debbie Petrak with Christina Eidt

    We’re so excited to represent Inclusion Connections as a Top Model team this year. Every donation brings us one step closer to making a big impact!

    $3,110 donated of $7,500 goal

  15. Craig Schmuke with Cody Partrich

    Please donate to this amazing cause!

    $2,980 donated of $7,500 goal

  16. Sarah Owings and Katie Hilty with Katie Pine

    In it to win it for an exceptional cause. More footwork, more passion, more energy! 

    $2,520 donated of $7,500 goal

  17. Leigha Kneedler with Bailey Tinder

    Bailey dreams of living independently and one day getting married, and with your support, we can help make those dreams come true.

    $2,267 donated of $7,500 goal

  18. Cole Turner with Sam Rogers

    Hello! Sam and I are looking to raise the most money for this great organization. Your support means the world to us!

    $2,140 donated of $7,500 goal

  19. Nicole and Grace Beaver with Isabela Bowlin

    Every person is seen, valued and celebrated for who they are.

    $1,976 donated of $7,500 goal

  20. Robyn Murphy with Emma Walter

    As a mom to a son with autism, I know every chance to learn, work, and grow can change a life. Your support helps Inclusion Connections open doors for countless young adults with disabilities.

    $1,920 donated of $7,500 goal

  21. Kaleb Stoppel with Sam Husby

    Your support helps create brighter futures and reminds us that true fashion is about belonging.

    $1,580 donated of $7,500 goal

  22. Josh Palmer with Matt Santaularia

    Help amazing people reach their potential. Every contribution, big or small, helps build their path to an independent life.

    $1,515 donated of $7,500 goal

  23. Teresa Graves with Faith Michels

    I support Inclusion Connections because it’s creating future opportunities for my daughter, Bellamy.

    $1,250 donated of $7,500 goal

  24. Tim and Maddison LaPietra with Jacob Degner

    Every gift helps open doors for Jacob, his future, and every IC student.

    $895 donated of $7,500 goal

  25. John and Melanie Bakarich with Cade Hudler

    Big hearts. Big dreams. One incredible cause.

    $650 donated of $10,000 goal

  26. Alex Snook with Micah Nelsen

    We’re walking the runway to help create a community where everyone belongs!

    $630 donated of $7,500 goal

  27. Lusette Walker with Gabby Yost

    Gabby is the star, and I’m excited to be her support act!

    $530 donated of $7,500 goal

  28. Joe and Marcy Riedel with Paulina Quattrone/Hernandez

    Participating again reminds us how rewarding it is to support Inclusion Connections and see its positive impact firsthand.

    $300 donated of $7,500 goal

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