Our Mission: The Courageous Steps Project supports children and young adults with various abilities and challenges to ensure their success in school and in life. 

Featured Programs

Preschool & Childcare

Early Childhood Preschool & Early Steps Program at the Step Forward Center for children ages 2.5-5 years old.

Home & Community Services

Home & Community Services for children ages 2.5 years old to
​21 years old in the home and community setting through Section 28.

Community Support Programs

Programs such as our Wishlist Initiative, Operation Find Me, Back-To-School Program, and One Word Challenge.

2024 Annual ​​Impact Report

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See it in the Numbers

Courageous Steps has impacted the lives of thousands of children and young adults all over Maine since 2014, and we are just getting started!

Together,
​We Gave Thousands - and counting

To support students, programs, and projects around sensory learning, achievement, and inclusion. 

Fueling futures in 48+ schools -and counting

Reaching communities in every Maine county with school supplies and sensory resources — giving 20,000+ children a brighter start.

Changing 20,000 Lives - One Life
​at a Time.

Direct care. Itemized grants. Real results. 20,000+ children reached through our unwavering commitment through the Step Forward Center and our Community Support Programs.

Our Commitment
to Belonging

The Courageous Steps Project has channeled resources back to our communities for over a decade. Through our initiatives, we have specifically channeled resources that most effectively support our youth and adults. 

Building A Bright Path Forward Together

We understand how important including everyone in the classroom and in programming is. Since 2014, our initiatives have been inclusive to support all children. 

​We are proud to continue our efforts
​in the community through our many events/programs. 

"Everyone should be grateful that our community is in the hands of The Courageous Steps Project. Thank you for fighting and advocating for such an important and beautiful cause!!”

- Maisey Girsa