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Every day, people like you make a difference in the life of a child at Kennedy Krieger.

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Event Recaps

Gratitude Report

Annual Gratitude Reports

With our annual gratitude report, we honor our donors—the many individuals, families and organizations around the world who choose to give to and support Kennedy Krieger Institute.

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Inspiring Stories

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Recent Grants

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Exploring the Brain Webinars

Kennedy Krieger’s exclusive learning series, Exploring the Brain, focuses on pediatric neurodevelopmental disorders and diseases and how Kennedy Krieger’s expert researchers and clinicians are studying these conditions and developing new interventions and treatments.

Kennedy Krieger Is...

Kennedy Krieger Is… on LinkedIn is series of articles highlighting the inspiring work, people, and impact of Kennedy Krieger. The series showcases how the Institute is advancing research, education, and care for children and adults with neurological disorders and developmental disabilities.

Story about Emmy

Meet Emmy

After years of uncertainty, Emmy was diagnosed with Coffin-Siris Syndrome at age 5. Now a thriving teenager, she communicates through sign language and inspires everyone around her.

Article and video about Ayden

Meet Ayden

Diagnosed with a rare terminal disease, Ayden defied expectations thanks to breakthrough treatment and donor support. Today, he’s a joyful Pokémon expert who lights up every room.

Daniel article and video.

Meet Daniel

Born with a rare brain condition, Daniel found hope and healing at Kennedy Krieger. Now he speaks multiple languages and brings laughter to his family.

Article and video about Pepper

Meet Pepper

Pepper races in her wheelchair with the Bennett Blazers, Kennedy Krieger’s adaptive sports program. She’s not thinking about spina bifida—she’s thinking about going faster.

Festival of Trees 2025 recap

Thank You for Making Our 36th Annual Festival of Trees a Success!

We're deeply grateful to everyone who contributed to the success of Festival of Trees.

Harvesting Hope 2025 recap

Harvesting Hope 2025: What a Night to Remember!

Because of your generosity at the inaugural Harvesting Hope, more than $93,000 was raised to create something extraordinary: a new Teen Lounge at Kennedy Krieger Institute.

Article about Seamus.

Seamus: Kennedy Krieger’s Thumb War Champion

Seamus’ three-and-a-half month in-patient stay at Kennedy Krieger Institute was marked with hard work, measurable progress and thumb war domination.

Pickleball for All 2025 recap

Pickleball for All: A Smashing Success!

On Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025, the courts came alive for the first annual Pickleball for All Tournament—an accessible, action-packed event where fun met fierce competition!

2025 Center for Autism Charity Golf Outing recap story

2025 Center for Autism Charity Golf Outing Recap

The weather was beautiful, the course was lush and green, and most importantly, we raised more than $55,000 to support the services, programs and research at the Center for Autism Services, Science and Innovation (CASSI™) at Kennedy Krieger.