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EFEA was established to serve individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and provide opportunities for those participants to thrive and be engaged in social and recreational activities.

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Exceptional Foundation of East Alabama

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The Exceptional Foundation of East Alabama is a nonprofit organization established to serve individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and provide opportunities for those participants to thrive and be engaged in social and recreational activities.

The need for our services within this community is great. With high numbers of local individuals with special needs, an increased number of families that have relocated to our area due to school-aged services, and the number of families in need of support, the Exceptional Foundation of East Alabama offers services to those families and individuals in a number of ways.

Our program alleviates hardships, as caregivers are able to work with peace of mind knowing that their loved ones are cared for during the day.

Our Story

The Exceptional Foundation of East Alabama was founded through the efforts of four Auburn women in 2012.

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Our Programs

Learn about the various programs and services offered by The Exceptional Foundation of East Alabama.

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OUR MISSION

The Exceptional Foundation of East Alabama provides a program for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. These individuals meet regularly to experience a broad range of social, recreational and educational activities designed to promote healthy living, support social relationships, explore the arts, improve functional skills and foster community involvement.

Who We Serve

The Exceptional Foundation of East Alabama serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities residing in Lee, Chambers, Tallapoosa, Elmore, Montgomery, Macon, Bullock and Russell Counties in Alabama and Muscogee, Harris, and Troup Counties in Georgia.

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Be Exceptional

At The Exceptional Foundation we are committed to enhancing the lives of all those with special needs, regardless of their financial means. Donations from individuals, corporations and grants fund a large portion of our operating costs. Your donation makes it possible for exceptional individuals to participate in our programs, benefitting our participants as well as their families and caregivers.

What Our Families Have to Say

My sister loves going to her “day camp” every day. She loves Dana, loves her friends, and is so happy to have a reason to get up every morning. Each night, before she goes to bed, she asks me, “Do I have day camp tomorrow?” Thanks to all of the amazing people who have worked so hard to make the EFEA a reality!
Embry Burrus
Exceptional Foundation Family Member
EFEA is such an incredible and inclusive program that strives to serve its participants the best it can every single day! The staff are all such wonderful people with the biggest hearts and, as a student at Auburn, I could not be more proud to be interning with them for this semester! So excited to see this program take off here in Auburn!
Julie Ewell
Exceptional Foundation Intern
My son adores this program! All of his favorite activities and friends from his other community schools and programs are there, in a wonderful environment. Many thanks from a grateful parent to all of the supporters who helped get this much-needed all-day program for adults running — I couldn’t be happier as a parent!
Susan Ellzey
Exceptional Foundation Parent