Each year, Starbridge honors people and organizations creating positive change in the lives of individuals with disabilities in the Finger Lakes region.
Our annual awards recognize Community Champions who embody the values of advocacy, inclusion, innovation, and respect. Champions may be activists, advocates, educators, employers, human service professionals, or students.
Champions show leadership and courage in making a difference. Together we transform communities to include everyone – all abilities, races, ethnicities, gender identities, national origin, and other identity groups.

Top row (left to right):
Antwan Williams, Director of Youth System Services at RochesterWorks!
Elisa DeJesus, Director of Health Literacy & Language Services at Ibero-American Action League
Brennon Thompson, Analyst for Fair Housing Policy & Programs at the National Association of REALTORS®
Bottom row:
The team from The Strong Center for Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) at the University of Rochester