2024
Annual
Report

2024 Annual Report

From The Founder

Thank you for taking the time to review our annual report. This past year was extraordinary as we celebrated 25 years of outreach and ministry in Central Florida. What a journey it has been! If you haven’t yet, we encourage you to revisit the inspiring videos on our website from our anniversary season. While we reflect on 2024’s impact, we know the story isn’t finished. We step into 2025 with excitement, continuing the mission we share.

First, a heartfelt thank you to each of you who make up the Lift Family. Your generosity and dedication fuel our growth and expand our reach. Because of you, we had our most successful year-end campaign ever, raising over $191,000! This incredible support has given us the confidence to expand into Lakeland, Florida, where we will open our adult day program on March 24th, serving families across Polk County.

At Lift Disability Network, impact isn’t just measured by numbers but by transformed lives. Families come to us not just for resources but for community. As you read this report, know that the joy in their lives is directly connected to your open hand.
Thank you for being part of this incredible journey. The best is yet to come!

Programming in 2024

The Impact

As we reflect on 2024, we are overwhelmed with gratitude
for the incredible growth and impact Lift Disability Network has experienced. This year, we reached more families than ever before, expanding our community and deepening our connections with both long-time participants and new friends. Along the way, we also forged meaningful partnerships that have strengthened our ability to serve and uplift those with disabilities and their families.


One of the most memorable moments of the year was our
Monster Mash Costume Dance Party—a beloved tradition
that has brought joy to so many over the years. However, this year, we faced a challenge: we needed a new home for the event. That’s when The Church at the Cross stepped up in a remarkable way, not only opening their doors to us but also providing an incredible team of volunteers who made the night truly special.


The impact of this partnership was immediate and powerful. Many new families joined us for the first time, and their excitement and joy were evident throughout the evening. For one family in particular, the experience was life-changing. They felt so welcomed and connected at Monster Mash that they decided to begin attending The Church at the Cross regularly. Over the past few months, they have become increasingly involved in the church community, and recently, the mother made the decision to be baptized—who would have thought a silly event could make such an impact!


Stories like these are why we do what we do. 2024 has been a year of transformation, not just for those we serve, but for the entire Lift family. As we look ahead, we are excited to continue growing, reaching more families, and fostering even deeper partnerships that create lasting impact.

– Ryan Rouse

Elevate milestones

This year has been an incredible one for Elevate! In 2024, we celebrated increased enrollment to 22 members, welcoming new faces and expanding our reach. One of our biggest highlights? We staged our first-ever theatrical performance—a testament to the creativity and confidence that continues to blossom in our Elevate community!


Beyond the stage, we danced the night away at Elevate Prom, enjoyed special family days, and embarked on exciting field trips to: Kennedy Space Center, Cowboy Church Ranch, Florida Strawberry Festival, SeaWorld, and Southern Hill Farms.


Elevate wouldn’t be the same without the incredible organizations that support and enrich our program. This year, we partnered with: Chance 2 Dance, Orange County Library System, I Can Cook That!, Garden Theater, Foundation Academy, and Orlando Health. Our 5-day-a-week program kept members engaged with weekly community outings, from catching a movie and dining out to bowling, library visits, local parks, and grocery shopping. We also gave back by serving at the Christian Service Center. Together we experienced unforgettable memories and we can’t wait for what’s
ahead in 2025!

– Stacie Rouse

Our Year In Numbers

18%

increase in families served in 2024

22

Club members in Elevate.

128

Average attendance of all events.

1148

Total touches in 2024.

REVENUE – $674,259.15

EXPENSE – $613,718.15

NET – $60,541.00

YOU MADE IT HAPPEN

Thank You!

To our amazing donors, volunteers, and families—thank you! Because of you, this past year has been filled with hope, connection, and life-changing moments. Your generosity, time, and love have made a real difference for individuals and families living with disabilities. Whether you gave, served, or shared this journey with us, we are so grateful to have you as part of the Lift family. We couldn’t do this without you! Here’s to another year of lifting each other up and making an impact—together.

With gratitude,
The Lift Team

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