The Opportunity Tree

Closed for the Winter Holiday
2023-12-22
The Opportunity Tree is closed in observance of our Winter Holiday. All four daytime program centers will be closed.

The Opportunity Tree is closed in observance of our Winter Holiday. All four daytime program centers will be closed.

The Opportunity Tree's 2023 Holiday Party!
2023-12-15 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | The Opportunity Tree – Phoenix Campus, 3146 E WINDSOR AVE, Phoenix, AZ, 85008, United States
Join us in Winter Wonderland for… The Opportunity Tree’s 2023 Holiday Party!
What’s in store:

Ugly sweater theme
Cookie contest
Holiday classic music
Delicious food
Dance pandemonium

RSVP to Ozzie with:

Headcount
Member dietary restrictions
Cookie contest participation

ocervantes@theopportunitytree.org
When: Friday, December 15, 2023, 10 AM – 2 PM
Where: The Opportunity Tree – Phoenix Campus

2023 Fireslammers Special Olympics Soccer tournament!
2023-12-06 09:00 - 12:00 | Pioneer Park Peoria, 8755 N. 83rd Avenue, Peoria, AZ, 85345, United States
72 of the finest Athletes the universe has ever seen will once again be donning the world renowned Fireslammer Uniform for the 2023 Special Olympics Soccer tournament!
-We have 42 Athletes signed up for the Skills tournament (no running, jumping, or intense physical exertion for our lower key folks BUT still competing for golds!)
-The rest of the FS Nation is signed up for Unified 5 vs 5 full field competition!

Giving Tuesday
2023-11-28 08:00 - 17:00 | The Opportunity Tree – Phoenix Campus, 3146 E WINDSOR AVE, Phoenix, AZ, 85008, United States
First observed in 2012, Giving Tuesday (sometimes styled as #givingtuesday) is an internationally recognized day of giving back. Occurring on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, this holiday takes the spirit of giving thanks that we feel each year and puts it towards making a real difference in our community. The holiday has been recognized here in Arizona for that entire time, where it is celebrated alongside Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Small Business Saturday.
This year’s Giving Tuesday 2023 is on Tuesday, November 28.

Your contribution makes a world of a difference in the lives of our Members.

A donation to The Opportunity Tree supports dynamic, innovative, & holistic programming for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the state of Arizona. In addition to supporting 250 Members day-to-day, we connect over 1000 individuals with programs and services each year. Your donation supports our adult day programs, Special Olympics Fireslammers team, youth afterschool programs, supported aging programming for older adults, employment services, and community living. These services impact people in Central Phoenix, Avondale, Casa Grande, Maricopa, and beyond.

Check out our Donation page to make a contribution today, or to learn more about who we are & what The Opportunity Tree’s impact is.

Closed for Thanksgiving
2023-11-23 - 2023-11-24

2nd Annual Maricopa Halloween Bash!
2023-10-27 10:00 - 14:30 | The Opportunity Tree – Maricopa Campus, Maricopa Campus 19756 N. Maricopa Rd. Ste 108/109, Maricopa, AZ, 85139, United States
Time 10am-2:30pm

Friday, October 27

2nd Annual Copa Halloween Bash:

DJ/Dance Party

Costume Contest-Best Over All(1st, 2nd, 3rd place- members).
Best Staff Costume
Games
Cooking Craft
Photo Fun Area
Halloween Treats

Please have RSVP for numbers for each site, as well as all who attend packing a cold/picnic style lunch, Limited Seating Available.

Address: 19756 N. Maricopa Rd. Ste 108/109
Maricopa, Az. 85139

Special Olympics Bowling Tournament
2023-10-23 09:00 - 2023-11-03 14:00 | Bowlero Christown, 1919 W. Bethany Home Rd, Phoenix, AZ, 85015, United States
Bowlero Christown
1919 W Bethany Home Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85015
Bowlero Avondale
1425 N Central Ave, Avondale, AZ 85323
Medicals/Consents & Partner Forms Due: Friday, September 29th
Deadline for Registration: Friday, September 29th
Dates will added/removed as needed depending on number of teams

Christown – Oct. 23rd – Nov. 3rd
Avondale – Oct. 23rd – Nov. 3rd (only Mon., Wed., & Fri.)
9:00 am to 2 pm

"Oh, What a Night!" A Soirée Celebrating Community Impact
2023-10-13 17:00 - 20:00 | The Opportunity Tree – Phoenix Campus, 3146 E WINDSOR AVE, Phoenix, AZ, 85008, United States
Join us in celebrating 60 years of Empowering, Advocating, and Evolving!
The Opportunity Tree’s 60th Anniversary Soirée on Friday, October 13th, 2023 marks six decades of supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Arizona.
Be a part of celebrating our inspiring past while looking to the future as we continue to work towards a more inclusive and just world for all.
Our Soirée will feature a 60 Year Scavenger Hunt, silent auction, a short program, full bar, light appetizers, tours of our historic Phoenix Campus, and opportunities to mix it up with our Members who make it all possible.
Purchase a ticket and be a part of history!

Sexuality and Developmental Disabilities: A Workshop for Parents & Guardians
2023-09-28 17:00 - 19:30, 2023-09-26 17:30 - 19:00 | Virtual
You Are Invited….
Talking with our young and grown children about sexuality can be a difficult task.
As parents and guardians, we often worry whether talking about it gives permission and whether they can be safe from harm when they are in relationships.
This workshop will help you become more comfortable discussing this topic by covering what topics to cover when and the most effective ways to talk about this sensitive topic.
Learning Objectives:

Examine barriers to talking about sexuality.
Gain knowledge about sexuality and developmental disabilities.
Acquire and practice skills in communicating about sexuality with our young and grown children.

Choose One Date to Attend:
Tuesday, September 26
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Time: 5:30PM – 7:00PM
Register HERE

Special Olympics Bocce Tournament
2023-09-27 09:00 - 14:00 | Rio Vista Park, 8866 West Thunderbird Road, Peoria, AZ, 85381, United States
Medicals/Consents & Partner Forms Due: September 1st
Deadline for Registration: September 1st

Sexualidad y discapacidades del desarrollo: Un seminario para padres y tutoras
2023-09-13 17:30 - 19:00 | Virtual
Ud. Está Invitado…
Hablando con nuestros niños, jovenes, y adultos sobre la sexualidad puede ser una tarea difícil.
Como padres y tutores, hay una preocupación natural si hablar de esas cosas les da permiso a nuestros queridosa ser activos sexualmente, y como podemos protegerlos cuando están en relaciones.
Este seminario le ayudará a ser más cómodo discutiendo este tema con sus queridos y le enseñara las formas más efectivas de hablar sobre esto tema delicado.
Objetivos de aprendizaje:
Examine las barreras para hablar sobre la sexualidad. Adquirir conocimientos sobre sexualidad y discapacidades del desarrollo. Adquirir y practicar habilidades para comunicarse sobre sexualidad con nuestros hijos pequeños y adultos.
Fecha: 13 de Septiembre de 2023
Hora: 5:30PM – 7:00PM
Regístrese AQUÍ: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf80d3Uu8bMB3yTjrrXJaAI6D7DnIftPWV3xy65Jqn_dduwjQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

Kharu's 3rd Annual Character Con!
2023-09-01 09:00 - 14:00 | The Opportunity Tree – Avondale Campus, 328 W. Western Ave., Avondale, AZ, 85323, United States
