Friendship Circle of Cleveland

Friendship Circle of Cleveland offers programs that include camps, holiday programs, after school programs, weekend programs, field trips, and parent support group meet-ups. Friendship Circle creates meaningful friendships between teen volunteers and children through adults with social need. Friendship Circle now offers FriendshipABA, an approach to ABA therapy for children with autism that is described as joyful, meaningful, and long-lasting. Parents and siblings receive respite and support from Friendship Circle programs and the Friendship Circle family.

• Ages: 3–18 years old

Friendship Circle has been connecting teen volunteers and children with developmental disabilities for almost 20 years. Its mission is to spark friendship, connection, and support for children of all abilities, their families, and teen friend-makers, and it also sparks friendship, connection, and support for Jewish teens. Friendship Circle’s community involvement includes partners and sponsors and is powered by Chabad.org.

Last updated June 28, 2026.