17th Annual 2026 SHARE Walk wraps!
That’s a WRAP on the 2026 SHARE Walk!
What an unforgettable day of community, connection, and inclusion. Because of YOU, families across the Permian Basin will continue to receive support, resources, and a place to belong. Our community truly is the heart of the Permian Basin!
Thank you to every team, sponsor, volunteer, board member, staff member, vendor, performer, and supporter who made this event truly impactful.
Stay tuned over the next few weeks for updates on total funds raised, event photos, and highlights… and of course save the date for 2027!
2026 Transition to Adulthood Conference
We’re inviting YOU to join us for a powerful 3-day online series focused on what comes next for individuals with disabilities and their families.
💻 FREE | Virtual (Zoom) | Registration Required
Hear from professionals covering:
✔️ Estate planning & special needs trusts
✔️ Financial planning for caregivers
✔️ Government benefits & adult services
This is designed for:
👨👩👧 Parents
📣 Advocates
🍎 Educators
🏢 Agencies & Community Partners
🎯 Whether you’re just starting to think about the future or actively planning for adulthood, this series will give you real tools, real insight, and real support.
📅 Kicking off 5/5 at 12 PM (CST)
🔗 Register now:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TrsSVU88QXWVR3jvQrncfw
📩 After registering, you’ll receive a confirmation email with your webinar access details.
Let’s walk into the future prepared - together. 💙
SHARE awarded Greewood ISD Community Grant
SHARE is incredibly honored to share that we have been selected as the recipient of the Greenwood Independent School District Students in Philanthropy Community Grant.
This group of students didn’t just give… they invested in families right here in our community. Their decision will directly support children with special needs and the families who love them, creating opportunities for connection, respite, and belonging across the Permian Basin.
To these students: thank you for seeing the heart of what we do. Thank you for choosing inclusion.
The future is in good hands.
SHARE Team - Invested in Training
Our SHARE staff and Room Leaders recently participated in CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) Training, hosted by Region 18 Education Service Center this January.
We are grateful for the opportunity to strengthen our skills, deepen our understanding, and continue growing as a team.
At SHARE, we believe that when we invest in training, we invest in the families we serve.
SHARE Room Leader Accepted Early to Medical Program
We love celebrating our people! ❤️🖤
Congratulations to Ovya, one of our incredible SHARE Room Leaders, on earning early admission to UNT Health’s Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine through Midland College’s Primary Care Pathway Program! Your passion, compassion, and commitment to serving others shine both inside and outside of SHARE. We’re so proud of you!
Midland College also celebrates Ariana Blackwell and Zing Len on this outstanding achievement. This accelerated partnership helps remove barriers and prepare future physicians for careers in primary care through strong academics, clinical experience, and advising, strengthening the future healthcare workforce. Congrats, Ovya!
SHARE celebrates 20th Anniversary
Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate our SHARE 20th Anniversary Celebration 9/28! It was a beautiful reminder of the power of friendship, belonging, and community. Here's to 20 incredible years—and to many more ahead.
We are deeply grateful to the following partners and volunteers who helped make this event unforgettable:
We Rock the Spectrum – Venue
Yaya's Cocina – Dessert Trays
SunTime Creations – Face Painting
Special Olympics Texas – Entertainment
Cody's Red Balloon – Balloon Décor
Odessa College Volunteers
SHARE Staff, Board, and Room Leaders
We couldn’t have done this without you. Thank you for being part of our journey and for continuing to support families raising children with special needs across West Te
Fall 2025 TOPSoccer season wraps!
The Fall 2025 TOPSoccer season wrapped up this past Sunday, and what a season it was! Smiles were everywhere as local special needs families came together to learn, play, and grow.
Our season ended with a heartwarming awards ceremony - an exciting first for many participants. These moments of celebration remind us why this program matters, plus we loved seeing so many of our own SHARE families!
To all our amazing players - keep growing, keep playing, and we’ll see you in Spring 2025!
2025 Benefit Shoot Passes Goal!
SHARE is thrilled to announce that the 2025 Shooters that SHARE Benefit Clay Shoot presented by SM Energy surpassed its $110,000 goal—raising an incredible $110,157.50, our largest post-pandemic record!
Every dollar stays right here in the Permian Basin community to support SHARE’s support programs for families raising children with special needs and disabilities.
Thank you to all the sponsors, shooters, and volunteers who made this milestone possible. Together, we are building a stronger, more inclusive community!
SAVE THE DATE: 7/17/2026
Love Midland brings heartfelt support to SHARE Families
We’re incredibly grateful to all the volunteers, organizers, families, and community partners who made Love Midland event so special on 10/4. The collaboration, meaningful conversations, and uplifting energy throughout the day were truly inspiring.
It’s powerful to see our community come together in support of families raising children with special needs—this is what partnership and purpose look like.
Thanks to our amazing volunteer team, staff, and board members, every game and puzzle was carefully checked, organized, and made ready for our SHARE respite families. Your dedication ensures these families feel seen, supported, and celebrated.
SHARE celebrates 20th Anniversary!
Did you know 2025 that marks the SHARE 20th anniversary? As part of this milestone, we are honoring all those who've helped pave the way and been instrumental in our journey.
Follow us this year on our storytelling journey as we share and reflect on where we began, where we are, and where we hope to be. We, as SHARE, are proud to have the roots we've grown as part of the Permian Basin over these past 20 years and are so honored to continue to be part of our community for years to come. Thank you for being a part of our story.
SAVE THE DATE: Celebration Event - 9/28
SHARE attends IDD Training
Members of the SHARE Team recently attended The $10,000 Management Seminar with Glenn Shepard! Continuous learning and leadership growth are key to building stronger teams, enhancing performance, and delivering exceptional results for our SHARE clients and partners. Thank you to the Odessa Chamber of Commerce for this event!
An Evening with Dr. Temple Grandin
The SHARE Team attended the Evening with Dr. Temple Grandin 11/7 and left with our hearts full! So many of our SHARE families were able to attend and hear this amazing autism pioneer speak and instill her wisdom upon our deeply connected community.
A big thank you to Frost Bank for donating a table to our families, allowing us to fill (8) additional seats!
Beacon Awards
SHARE was the recipient of the Nonprofit Management Center 2024 Beacon Award for Program Excellence!
The SHARE Team could not be prouder of this honor, this team, and this achievement! Thank you to all our supporters, the SHARE Board, families, sponsors, partners, and donors to allowing us to do what we do and connect with those who need us! We truly love our special needs community and look forward to the future!