what is TKG?
It all started with a cup of coffee! Lucy and Emily founded The Growing Kind with a shared belief that growth happens best when people feel seen, supported, and connected. What began as countless conversations about creativity, community, and intentional living for special needs families - slowly grew into something bigger: a space built to encourage “blooming” and growth in everyday life.
The Growing Kind (TGK) is a mission-driven non-profit dedicated to building connection, understanding, and belonging for special needs families in our community. We create intentional, thoughtfully-designed events that meet families where they are—offering spaces for joy, support, and meaningful connection through family-friendly socials, enriching programming, and caregiver-focused experiences.
At the heart of our work is a belief that no family should walk their journey alone. We aim to strengthen community support by bringing people together, raising awareness, and fostering inclusion—so that families feel seen, supported, and surrounded by people who truly care.