
Abilities Redefined.
Possibilities Reimagined.
Empowering children with disabilities in the
St. Louis region to live amazing lives through critical programs and services.

TherHappy Kids
Building confidence and teaching new skills through access to physical, occupational and speech therapy.

Life-Changing Equipment
Providing access to critical medical equipment that increases independence and engagement.

Engaging Recreation
Helping kids try new things and make lifelong friends through camps and social opportunities.

Inspirational Performing Arts
Creating opportunities for children of all abilities to develop belief in themselves on and off the stage.

Believe Gala 2025
Join Variety St. Louis for a night of magic and wonder on Friday, May 16, 2025 at The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis, featuring world’s youngest mentalist, Nevo Abutbul.
Empowering Kids
with Disabilities
By providing access to vital medical equipment and therapies as well as the opportunity to participate in innovative Recreation and Performing Arts programs, we aim to empower Variety Kids by establishing independence, teaching new skills, improving socialization, building self-esteem, and so much more.
Stories of Everyday Possibilities
Variety Welcomes Kayla!
We are delighted to introduce Kayla, who has recently joined the Variety St. Louis team as our Human Resources Coordinator. In this vital role, Kayla will support both our administrative and finance teams, providing guidance…
Read moreStories of Everyday Possibilities
Variety Welcomes Kayla!
We are delighted to introduce Kayla, who has recently joined the Variety St. Louis team as our Human Resources Coordinator. In this vital role, Kayla will support both our administrative and finance teams, providing guidance…
Read moreNevo Abutbul: Believing Beyond Boundaries
Variety St. Louis is excited to unveil Nevo Abutbul as the headlining performer for our Believe: Magic of Empowerment Gala! Nevo Abutbul is the world’s youngest mentalist and a remarkable example of how belief, resilience,…
Read moreThe Miracle of Everett
Meet Everett—first grader, dinosaur enthusiast, and all-around bundle of joy! His contagious laughter and bubbly personality make him a friend to all, especially at school, where students and staff alike greet him with big smiles…
Read more2024 Impact
St. Louis-area children and teens with disabilities grow and change each day, and so do their needs. Variety’s critical services and innovative programs evolve and expand along with Variety Kids so they can continue to redefine their abilities and reimagine their possibilities.
Through Variety programs, 94% of Variety Kids gain the skills they need to experience their world as fully as possible.
88% of families report seeing their Variety Kid gain or maintain independence at home, school, or in the community.
93% of families report that their child demonstrates belief in themselves, their abilities, and their possibilities.
Variety Kids participated in 13,350 hours of engaging recreational activities like Adventure Camp.
Variety Kids used their medical equipment for 2,085,390 hours, an all-time record.
Variety Kids accessed a record 3,591 hours of therapy services, a Variety record.
Achieving Possibilities
Working to create a world where abilities are redefined and possibilities are reimagined for children with disabilities.