2026 Valentine’s Dance!
Conversation hearts say "Be Mine."
SHARE says "You Belong."
And that’s our favorite love language.
Huge thank you to Fyre Events for bringing the beats , Bynum School of Midland for the beautiful space, and amazing volunteers who made our 2026 Valentine’s Dance so special!
Spring 2026 TOPSoccer Season Opens!
SHARE is excited to partner with Midland Soccer Association again to offer TOPSoccer Midland -Texas Spring 2026! Registration is NOW OPEN!
TOPSoccer is an adaptive youth soccer program created to ensure every child has the opportunity to play. The focus is on fun, confidence-building, skill development, and meaningful participation in a safe and inclusive environment.
Athletes experience the full joy of soccer including practices, uniforms, and games, all thoughtfully adapted to meet their individual needs.
Who can participate?
Children with disabilities
Ages 3-19
Disabilities may include, but are not limited to:
Autism
Down Syndrome
Cerebral Palsy
Muscular Dystrophy
Sight or Hearing Impairment
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI
Spring Session Dates:
March 15 + 29
April 12 + 19
Session Times:
Group A: 1:30-2:30 PM (little to no assistance needed)
Group B: 2:45-3:45 PM (assistance needed)
Register today:
Lights, Camera, Inclusion: Registration Now Open for the 17th Annual 2026 SHARE Walk
Call your cast. Assemble your crew.
Registration is officially open for the 17th Annual 2026 SHARE Walk, and we’re rolling out the red carpet for West Texas families.
Now is the time to gather your team and register for the Permian Basin’s largest commemorative benefit walk and resource fair supporting families raising children with special needs.
Event Details
Saturday, 4/25/2026
Midland County Horseshoe
Free and family-friendly
Open to the public
This isn’t just a regular walk event; it’s a celebration of every ability, every family, and every story. Join us for awards, a community resource fair, food, activities, entertainment, and a morning where everyone belongs.
Walk with coworkers, family, friends, classrooms, or organizations as we celebrate inclusion across West Texas.
Event Highlights
Commemorative Walk
Community Resource Fair
Raffle
Live Entertainment
Team Awards
Team Awards Include
Best Leading Role
Best Costume Design
Largest Ensemble
Register your team today:
https://secure.qgiv.com/event/2026sharewalk/
Resource Fair Inquiries
Isela Ramos | iramos@sharewtx.org
Volunteer Inquiries
Isela Ramos | iramos@sharewtx.org
Sponsorship & Event Questions
Cali Trowbridge | ctrowbridge@sharewtx.org
Every family is the star. Every ability deserves the spotlight.
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!