Individuals with developmental or learning challenges were negatively impacted by COVID in many ways. Those whom were not able to attend day programs or had to discontinue employment may have experienced isolation.
Unicorn Children's Foundation focused on the opportunity to offer programs to individuals around the world, eliminating geographic barriers, expanding social networks, and exposing individuals with developmental or learning challenges to educational opportunities that they would not otherwise have available. We are proud to serve communities across the US and beyond!
Through our virtual programming, we are now able to serve individuals across the US. For more information about our virtual programs, see below... Don't see your state marked on the map? Sign up for a class and represent your state!
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Interested in registering for multiple classes? If you spend over $140, use the coupon code Class10 for a 10% discount! For information about financial assistance for programs, please send email to scholarship@unicornchildrensfoundation.org.
Virtual Programs
Entrepreneurs Networking Virtual meetings hosted via zoom
Next Meeting: Date TBD 7:15-8:15 PM EST For more information, please email Kerri Morse at kerri@unicornchildrensfoundation.org
The goal of Entrepreneurship Networking meetings is to provide young entrepreneurs and their support team with rich opportunities to share ideas, learn new skills, and network with like-minded individuals. Each month, participants will engage in interactive and cooperative activities to help spark creativity and elevate your business. Thinking about self-employment? Individuals interested but have not yet started a business are also welcome to join! Because this group will focus on implementing new business ideas, we encourage club members to bring a business colleague or family member who supports their business.
Cost: FREE
Scratch Block-based Coding Virtual class hosted via zoom
November 9 to December 14 Tuesdays (8 weeks) 7:00-8:00 PM EST
Unicorn Children's Foundation is excited to offer an introductory computer coding/programming class in partnership with Young Gates. In this class we will be teaching Scratch right from Scratch. We will go over each of the functionalities of Scratch at a beginner's level pace. Topics covered in class will include: learning to run Scratch on your computer; understanding the Scratch interface; adding, deleting and changing characters; adding backdrops; performing simple movements; understanding the looks and the sounds of the sprites; understanding animations; understanding loops; understanding sensing and operators; and understanding variables.
The beauty of Scratch is that it is a wide open platform for creators to express themselves. You can create stories, games, art, animations, and more! The goal of this class is that each learner will end up with unique projects, and the tools needed to continue creating long after class is over!
Participants will run Scratch using an internet browser and share work either using screen share or displaying their work on an iPad through the camera on zoom. Participants will be encouraged to create a Scratch account and save their work each week.
This class is intended for individuals ages 10 & older.
Cost: $50.00 Non-refundable fee **The value of this class is $100.00 per session but will be offered at a discounted rate, with support of available grants & donations.
Financial Health Virtual class hosted via zoom
November 8 to December 13 Mondays (6 weeks) 7:00-8:00 PM EST
Leading a financially healthy lifestyle allows a person the security and freedom to meet financial responsibilities, work towards independence and make choices. This class will teach teens and adults about managing money within their everyday lives through activities such as comparison and smart shopping, finding discounts & sales, avoiding scams, and simple budgeting.
All ages welcome.
Cost: $40.00 Non-refundable fee **The value of this class is $75.00 per session but will be offered at a discounted rate, with support of available grants & donations.
Zumba Virtual class hosted via zoom
November 29 to December 13 Mondays (3 weeks) 5:30-6:30 PM EST
Unicorn Children's Foundation is partnering with JMSaunders Services to offer a dance class to the beats of hip hop, Salsa, belly dancing and more. Learn about dances from different countries and cultures. All you need is a water bottle and a smile! All abilities and ages are encouraged to join the dance party!
Cost: $25.00 Non-refundable fee **The value of this class is $50.00 per session but will be offered at a discounted rate, with support of available grants & donations.
Disney Lovers' Club Virtual class hosted via zoom
December 3 to December 17 Fridays (3 weeks) 5:15-6:15 PM EST
Unicorn Children’s Foundation is partnering with Remarkable Disability Services to offer a high-energy social group celebrating all things Disney! Participate in fun, innovative themed activities, all while having a magical time! Ears are encouraged.
All ages welcome.
Cost: $20.00 Non-refundable fee **The value of this class is $40.00 per session but will be offered at a discounted rate, with support of available grants & donations.
Movie Lovers' Club Virtual class hosted via zoom
December 1 to December 15 Wednesdays (3 weeks) 4:15-5:15 PM EST
Unicorn Children's Foundation is partnering with Remarkable Disability Services to offer a club for movie buffs. Movie Lovers’ Club is a unique, high-energy social group celebrating all things movies and film! Participants will be engaged in interactive games, activities, and discussions that are centered around famous movies that we all know and love. We will also use movies to promote critical thinking skills, for sharing thoughts and ideas, and to illustrate themes, lessons, and social concepts.
All ages welcome.
Cost: $20.00 Non-refundable fee **The value of this class is $40.00 per session but will be offered at a discounted rate, with support of available grants & donations.
Pop Culture Virtual class hosted via zoom
December 1 to December 15 Wednesdays (3 weeks) 1:00-2:00 PM EST
Unicorn Children's Foundation is partnering with Remarkable Disability Services to offer a fun and interactive class for teens and adults. Boost your pop culture knowledge and stay informed on celebrities, current events, TV, movies, animation, comic books, video games, Broadway, and more. We’ll get together once a week to enjoy exciting activities and have a lively discussion about the popular things we know and love.
Cost: $20.00 Non-refundable fee **The value of this class is $40.00 per session but will be offered at a discounted rate, with support of available grants & donations.
Game On! Virtual meetings hosted via zoom
December 2 to December 16 Thursdays (3 weeks) 5:00-6:00 PM EST
Unicorn Children's Foundation is partnering with Remarkable Disability Services to offer holiday festivities. Join us each week for Game On, an interactive experience filled with laughter and excitement! You'll build new friendships as we rotate through various high-energy games. Each week is different, so you won’t want to miss out!
Cost: $20.00 Non-refundable fee **The value of this class is $40.00 per session but will be offered at a discounted rate, with support of available grants & donations.
Tringo Virtual meetings hosted via zoom
December 3 to December 17 Fridays (3 weeks) 12:00-1:00 PM EST
Unicorn Children's Foundation is partnering with Remarkable Disability Services to offer holiday festivities. What do you get when you mix Trivia with Bingo? TRINGO, of course! Challenge your brain, learn new things, and face off with friends as we combine the fun of Trivia and excitement of Bingo. TRINGO is the best of both worlds!
Cost: $20.00 Non-refundable fee **The value of this class is $40.00 per session but will be offered at a discounted rate, with support of available grants & donations.
Spanish Club Virtual class hosted via zoom
December 2 to December 16 Thursdays (3 weeks) 7:00–8:00 PM EST
Have you ever wanted to learn a foreign language but found traditional classes challenging or boring? Join us, in partnership with Ms. Laila, for Spanish Club—a fun interactive way to learn Spanish through activities such as cooking and games.
All ages welcome.
Cost: $5.00 Non-refundable fee
Winter Wellness & Self-care Virtual class hosted via zoom
November 30 to December 14 Tuesdays (3 weeks) 4:00-5:00 PM EST
Unicorn Children's Foundation is partnering with Remarkable Disability Services to offer a highly engaging, interactive, and skill-focused class for teens and adults with special needs. Say goodbye to those winter blues! Led by a licensed therapist, this weekly class offers highly engaging, interactive, skill-focused activities for participants to learn healthy, effective coping skills and strategies. Participants will play games, engage with peers, and build a “coping skills toolbox" in order to promote a healthy body and mind.
Cost: $20.00 Non-refundable fee **The value of this class is $40.00 per session but will be offered at a discounted rate, with support of available grants & donations.
Barista Training Program: Tea 101 Virtual class hosted via zoom
November 8 to December 13 Mondays (6 weeks) 4:00-5:00 PM EST
Unicorn Children’s Foundation is partnering with Firedancer Coffee Consultants to offer industry certification courses for individuals with special needs interested in learning about and working within the coffee industry, or perhaps own their own business. Tea 101 will provide attendees with a strong understanding of the three basic tea types (green, black, herbal) and the two traditional styles of orthodox tea production used to create them. Topics will also include the essential components of teas, where and how teas are grown. Attendees will have the opportunity to taste representative samples of each of the three tea types, discuss tea steeping methods, and examine the basic characteristics of different teas. An activity kit will be sent to each participant with samples of bagged tea along with brewing instructions.
This class is intended for adults or older teens. Individuals who have difficulties reading, writing, or retaining new vocabulary and technical information are encouraged to attend with a "coach" for support.
Cost: $100.00 Non-refundable fee **The value of this class is $200 per session but is being offered at a discounted rate due to a grant awarded by the Autism License Plate Fund and the Autism Services Grant Council.
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Introduction to Photography Virtual class hosted via zoom
December 1 to December 15 Wednesdays (3 weeks) 10:00-11:00 AM EST
Unicorn Children's Foundation is partnering with Samia Creative to offer an informal and social gathering where we will use Photography to bond and make friends. There will be no homework and you will not need to submit your photos, although if you wish to, then it is welcomed! This class aims to reduce stress and anxiety as there are no expectations on the participants aside from practicing kindness towards each other.
What you can expect: • To meet once a week with a Photography teacher and your peers to discuss or practice photography in a non-academic way • For the class to be informal in structure, meaning one week we could be in the garden/patio taking photos and another week we may be discussing a famous photograph as a group • Experimentation - we will also experiment further with class structure, such as going on a photowalk if participants are able to join class through a cellphone • To practice photography as a therapy. The practice of photography has many therapeutic properties such as the ability to reduce stress, anxiety and low moods • To bond as a group and create friendships with peers • Self exploration - to bring sentimental photos to class and discuss life events and meaning through photography, while also receiving support from peers • To build self esteem and confidence
Requirements: These are things you will need in order to participate and join the club. Though good attendance is highly favored, this class is not linear, meaning it is okay to miss now and then if you are unable to make it as the rest of your experience will not be jeopardized. • A device and internet connection to join class with (such as a laptop, computer, iPad or cell phone) • A second device to take photos with (such as a cellphone with a camera, or a digital camera) • The ability to use those devices fairly independently, or otherwise with a helper (who has tech skills) present
All ages welcome.
Cost: $20.00 Non-refundable fee **The value of this class is $50.00 per session but will be offered at a discounted rate, with support of available grants & donations.
Retail Fundamentals Virtual class hosted via zoom
November 9 to December 14 Tuesdays (6 weeks) 5:30-6:30 PM EST
Unicorn Children’s Foundation is partnering with Ken’s Krew, Inc. to offer an entry level class in retail fundamentals. This 6 week class is designed for adults with special needs seeking community employment in a retail environment, or for those already employed in retail looking to improve customer service and advance their skillset. Topics covered include an overview of the retail industry, jobs within a retail setting, customer service skills, handling challenging situations, identifying personal strengths, and learning from guest speakers employed in the retail industry.
This class is intended for adults or older teens. Individuals who have difficulties reading, writing, or retaining new vocabulary and technical information are encouraged to attend with a "coach" for support.
Cost: $100.00 Non-refundable fee **The value of this class is $200.00 per session but will be offered at a discounted rate, with support of available grants & donations.
In-Person Connection Programs
Yoga
November 4 to December 16 (no class week of Thanksgiving) Thursdays (6 weeks) 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST Location: Unicorn Connection Center
This class is a designed class for individuals to bring the mind body connection together through a guided sequence of yoga poses and a guided meditation. Each individual will feel calm, and relaxed by the end of each class.
Cost: $50.00 Non-refundable fee **The value of this class is $100.00 per session but will be offered at a discounted rate, with support of available grants & donations.
Lunch Club
November 4 to December 16 (no class week Nov 9 or week of Thanksgiving) Thursdays (5 weeks) 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST Location: Unicorn Connection Center
Unicorn Children's Foundation is partnering with Eden Caterer to provide a healthy meal preparation class. Students will learn how to make healthy and tasty lunches, practice food & kitchen safety, try new foods, and practice mealtime etiquette and social manners.
Cost: $50.00 Non-refundable fee **The value of this class is $200.00 per session but will be offered at a discounted rate, with support of available grants & donations.
Interested in registering for multiple classes? If you spend over $140, use the coupon code Class10 for a 10% discount! For information about financial assistance for programs, please send email to scholarship@unicornchildrensfoundation.org
