Abilities First in Wappingers Falls, New York, has announced that its 2024 Recognition Reception slated for Thursday, June 6, and sponsored by Cuddy and Feder LLP, at The Inn at Bellefield Hyde Park will honor its community partners and celebrate the achievements and contributions of Abilities First’s 2024 Honorees:
• Business Partner of the Year Award – Fit and Fun Playscapes Founder and CEO Pamela Gunther for their steadfast commitment to prioritizing accessibility in their products and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Volunteer of the Year Award – Anthony Morando of Cuddy & Feder LLP, whose exceptional contributions as a board volunteer for the Foundation for Abilities First have profoundly enriched the Abilities First Community.
• Abilities First Participant Person of the Year Award – honors Emily Roraback for her inspiration to others, resilience, determination and extraordinary achievements.
• Community Partner Award – Recognizes DVM Industries owners Matthew and Dina Silvestri for their personal and professional contributions to enhancing our neighbors’ lives with disabilities.
• Friend of Abilities First Award – Presented to Erick Santana for his outstanding talent, engagement and warm embrace of the Abilities First community for over 10 years, notably as a celebrated DJ at various event celebrations.
Abilities First is a leading advocate and service provider for individuals with disabilities, dedicated to fostering inclusion, independence and empowerment across the community.
