An unforgettable evening of celebration, networking, and impact took place at The Foundation for Developmental Disabilities 2nd Annual Grantee Showcase at the San Diego Air & Space Museum. CEO Sitara Sethi gave a warm welcome to an inspiring evening honoring the remarkable achievements of the FDD Program Grant Recipients, whose dedication empowers individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families across San Diego and Imperial Counties to live their best lives.
The event brought together community leaders, partners, and supporters, including Cindy Harris, Shahriar Afshar, Kasey Howell, Laura Bellizzi, Nevin Dursun, Maria Mingalone, Itzel Domduez, Linda Bay, Allie Sarnataro, Christen Freund, Annie Kesselhaut, Thomas Arthur, Heather Disher, Chloe Petch, Michael Harris, Gus Prentice, Jacqueline Riddell, Lesley Yuen, Kelsey Kenniston, Mark Klaus, Lucile Lynch, Tony Rubino, Tess Williams, Jim Kidrick, Maureen Simons, and Falon Leszczynski, all united in support of FDD’s mission and the organizations making a meaningful difference in the region.
Gallery of 2nd Annual Grantee Showcase 2025
































