Giving Tuesday in Support of Those with Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities
Join Us Today through December for Giving Tuesday 2025: Share the Gift of Hope
People with developmental disabilities need loving care and support every day.
Your gift will make an immediate and dramatic impact on those we support – like Katherine! Cash, checks, and credit cards are welcome via our secure payment system below. Please make any checks payable to:
Bello Machre, Inc.
Making a Difference
7765 Freetown Road
Glen Burnie, MD 21060
Give Hope to People Like Katherine This Giving Tuesday
Meet Katherine: A Story of Resilience and Hope
Katherine’s story is one of perseverance, growth, and possibility. Born with multiple disabilities and nonverbal, she has faced challenges that would test anyone’s strength. Yet with the love and commitment of her family, Katherine continues to shine, learning, communicating in her own way, and bringing joy to everyone who knows her.
After graduating from the Maryland School for the Blind, Katherine’s family faced an uncertain future. They needed to find a new provider who could understand her unique needs and continue supporting her journey toward independence. That search led them to Bello Machre.
Through Bello Machre’s Residential Services and Meaningful Day Services, Katherine now has a safe and nurturing home where she is celebrated for who she is. With caring staff by her side, she enjoys community outings, participates in engaging activities, and continues to grow in confidence and connection.
Her mother, Kim, shares, “Bello Machre has been a blessing for our family. Katherine has a place where she is loved and cared for, and we have peace of mind knowing she is happy and supported.”
Katherine’s story is a beautiful reminder of what is possible when compassion and opportunity come together. Your support makes that possible for people like Katherine every day.
Ways to Make a Difference
When you support Bello Machre, you help us say “YES!” to children, adults and seniors with intellectual disabilities. Your charitable donation helps individuals and families access the lifetime of loving care and opportunities they deserve. Help us enhance our community and change lives. Your support can make a profound impact. Here’s how your donation can change lives:
- $300 Provides a specialized car seat through our Ray of Hope Program.
- $500 Covers speech and occupational therapies for those, like Reese, supported in our community.
- $750 Supports a week of accessible summer camp.
- $1,500 Funds essential medical equipment, like mobility and hearing aids, for individuals across all services.
- $2,500 Helps purchase a barrier-free lift system for our next new home.
- $5,000+ Contributes to the down payment for a fully accessible forever home for individuals in need.
Please consider helping Reese and the hundreds of others supported by Bello Machre!
Your gift will help provide loving care, support, and opportunities to all of those who count on Bello Machre.
Support Us with In-Kind Donations
Baskets of Joy
This holiday season, help Bello Machre make the holiday special for the individuals we serve by providing holiday meal baskets. Every donation ensures a joyful meal, filled with warmth and gratitude, for those in our community.
Each holiday meal basket should include: stuffing mix, canned goods, instant potatoes, cranberry sauce, cake mix & frosting, gravy mix, seasonings & spices, & a $25 grocery gift card (for fresh items)
Want to help? Contact Jeremy at Jeremy.Crowe@Bellomachre.org or 443-702-3024 for more information.
Amazon Wish Lists
This holiday season, join us in spreading cheer by shopping from our Amazon wish lists! Each item you purchase will be sent directly to the Bello Machre group home that needs it most, bringing comfort and joy to individuals in our care. Explore our wish lists and make a difference today!