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!

$32,303 of $250,000 Goal

  1. David Hunt with Eli McCalla

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

    $6,825 donated of $7,500 goal

  2. Christina Fenwick with Rachel Mast

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

    $4,045 donated of $7,500 goal

  3. Jared and Kaci Nowak with Alexis Cutler

    Help us in supporting a great cause!

    $3,315 donated of $7,500 goal

  4. 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.

    $2,700 donated of $7,500 goal

  5. 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.

    $2,117 donated of $7,500 goal

  6. 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!

    $1,640 donated of $7,500 goal

  7. 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

  8. Greg Highbarger with Matthew Horn

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

    $1,500 donated of $7,500 goal

  9. 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.

    $1,470 donated of $7,500 goal

  10. 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!

    $1,125 donated of $7,500 goal

  11. 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.

    $970 donated of $7,500 goal

  12. 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!

    $950 donated of $7,500 goal

  13. Nicole and Grace Beaver with Isabela Bowlin

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

    $851 donated of $7,500 goal

  14. Lusette Walker with Gabby Yost

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

    $530 donated of $7,500 goal

  15. Meg and Matt Gasparovich with Lexi Boster

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

    $460 donated of $7,500 goal

  16. 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.

    $450 donated of $7,500 goal

  17. 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

  18. Alex Snook with Micah Nelsen

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

    $280 donated of $7,500 goal

  19. Teresa Graves with Faith Michels

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

    $250 donated of $7,500 goal

  20. Tim and Maddison LaPietra with Jacob Degner

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

    $250 donated of $7,500 goal

  21. Craig Schmuke with Cody Partrich

    Please donate to this amazing cause!

    $220 donated of $7,500 goal

  22. 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.

    $190 donated of $7,500 goal

  23. Josh Palmer with Matt Santaularia

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

    $140 donated of $7,500 goal

  24. John and Melanie Bakarich with Cade Hudler

    Big hearts. Big dreams. One incredible cause.

    $100 donated of $7,500 goal

  25. Sarah Owings and Katie Hilty with Katie Pine

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

    $45 donated of $7,500 goal

  26. Mike and Ellie Burton

    Father. Daughter. Dream Team for Inclusion.

    $0 donated of $7,500 goal

  27. 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.

    $0 donated of $7,500 goal

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