Special Education & Disability Service Advocacy in Iowa & the Quad Cities | Bridges 2 Advocacy

Empowering Families. Navigating Schools.
Building Bridges between Disability Systems and the Families who use them.

Support, guidance, and advocacy so every child gets the educational and waiver services they are entitled to.

NEW! Free Grant & Fundraising Consultations

The cost of supporting your child’s needs can add up quickly. Through our partnership with SupportNow, EmpowerEd offers free, 30-minute funding coach consultations to help families explore ways to pay for treatments, supplies, services, and advocacy support.

Together, we can:

Discuss your family’s needs and funding priorities.
Explore potential grants and financial assistance.
Consider crowdfunding options and how to get started.
Identify practical next steps.

You don’t need to have a fundraiser underway to get started. Whether you’re facing a new expense or exploring support for ongoing needs, we’re here to help you consider your options.

Schedule a Free Funding Consultation

Quad Cities Communities trust our expertise.

At Bridges 2 Advocacy, we know how overwhelming it can feel when your child isn’t getting the support they need in school. That’s why we stand beside families every step of the way—making sure parents feel heard, children are valued, and schools are held accountable.

Over the past year, we’ve:

Offered more than 100 free strategy meetings to local families, helping them problem-solve barriers and find a clear path forward.
Reached hundreds of families through partnerships with charitable organizations, first responders, service providers, and schools.
Delivered workshops and trainings—online and in person—so parents, educators, and community partners better understand how to support children with disabilities.

Every child deserves the chance to succeed, and every family deserves an advocate in their corner. With your support, we can continue building bridges that connect families to resources, schools to accountability, and children to brighter futures.

Our vision

We envision a world where every child with a disability is seen, valued, and supported to reach their full potential—where families are informed and confident, schools are accountable, and communities work together to create inclusive futures without barriers.

Our mission

Bridges 2 Advocacy exists to empower families of children with disabilities by providing education, advocacy, and resources that ensure equitable access to services and supports. We work alongside parents, schools, and communities to break down barriers, protect rights, and build stronger pathways toward inclusion, independence, and opportunity.

Over 100 years of combined expertise working with families.

At Bridges 2 Advocacy, our team brings together decades of experience across education, advocacy, and family support. From the classroom to community programs, we understand the challenges families face — and how to navigate them. This combined expertise allows us to provide practical solutions, compassionate guidance, and a strong voice for children with disabilities.