Pyramids Mission
We exist to meet the needs of people
who are developmentally disabled.
We care about the people we serve, our employees, and each other.
We provide uncompromised service.
We believe in what we do.
We make a difference.
We exist to meet the needs of people
who are developmentally disabled.
We care about the people we serve, our employees, and each other.
We provide uncompromised service.
We believe in what we do.
We make a difference.
Pyramid is an organization located in Tallahassee that is dedicated
to enriching the lives of those with severe disabilities. They use art to build
excitement and meaning into their disabled student's lives. According to the
International Art Therapy Organization, “art therapy encourages self-expression, self-discovery and
emotional growth.” That is
exactly what Pyramid is doing; their program fosters an opportunity for
students to feel a part of the Tallahassee community.
The activities in the art program range depending on the students ability and preference. The program offers a variety of involvement from painting to the performing arts. Pyramids' musical group The Pyramid Players perform in Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. The beautiful artwork created by the students can be seen across the state of Florida and even across state lines. One is able to purchase paintings, jewelry, and pottery on their website: http://www.pyramidinc.org/gallery.htm. At Kia Autosport we have more than five beautiful paintings displayed in our office and waiting room.
Beyond the arts program Pyramid provides therapeutic
repositioning, physical/nutritional and behavioral assistance, peer counseling,
sensory integration, social and life-management skills training and a variety
of educational classes designed to increase their independence.
Pyramid supplies an abundance of programs to improve the lives
of severely disabled community members. Pyramid in a non-profit and has been supported
by Medicaid before but it’s not always enough. A primary source of their support
is through fundraising, partnerships with the university, and private
businesses. Cue Kia Autosport and the Tallahassee community.
Together we can support a group that supports our community.
Throughout the month of March we will donate $50 for every car
sold and we will be collecting donations at the dealership. As well March 30th
we will have a Pyramid Party with the students. It will be an eye opening- and
awe inspiring experience that we invite you to join.
“Pyramid’s programs are shaped by an innate belief in the
abilities of the people we serve, by a commitment to individualized curricula
and a holistic view of our students’ lives.”
