Columbia Ability Alliance Releases 2023-2024 Impact Report, Showcasing a Year of Empowerment

Columbia Ability Alliance is proud to announce the release of our 2023-2024 Impact Report, highlighting a year of significant achievements and community impact. The report reflects our unwavering commitment to empowering individuals with unique abilities, breaking down barriers, and creating a more inclusive community across the Tri-Cities. 

Key Accomplishments: 

• Employment Services: Provided over 2,650 hours of job coaching, serving 73 clients, resulting in the successful placement of 33 clients into meaningful employment with our network of 35 employer partners. 
• Opportunity Kitchen: Celebrated the graduation of 15 students from our 12-week vocational training program, providing nearly 900 hours of training, and equipping them with essential skills for careers in food service, catering, and hospitality. 
• Community Center: Enhanced social integration for clients through a robust calendar of 7,871 activities, including 15 weekend outings and valuable partnerships with local organizations. 
• Federal Building Services: Expanded our janitorial services through the AbilityOne program, including the launch of a Mobile Janitorial initiative, further supporting individuals with disabilities in the workforce. 
• Solutions Department: Produced 125,000 welding hoods through 6 contracts, providing individuals with disabilities the opportunity to develop technical skills while earning a paycheck. 

 
“Our team at CAA continues to serve an increasing number of community members with disabilities and other barriers in life-enriching ways,” stated Michael Novakovich, President & CEO of Columbia Ability Alliance. Thanks to the trust of our clients and community partners, we are positively impacting culture in organizations across our region and building an even better community for all to enjoy.” 

Since 1963, Columbia Ability Alliance, formerly Columbia Industries, has been at the forefront of providing services that support individuals with disabilities in achieving personal independence and success. This year’s Impact Report underscores the strength and diversity of our programs, including Employment Services, Opportunity Kitchen, the Community Center, and our federal contracts. 
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The full 2023-2024 Impact Report is available online at columbiaabilityalliance.com/impact-report/. We invite community members, partners, and stakeholders to review the report and celebrate the collective accomplishments that have made a lasting difference in the lives of so many.