The Runway of Dreams Foundation was founded in 2014 by Mindy Scheier - a fashion designer and mother of a child with a disability. Her journey began when her son Oliver, who has a rare form of Muscular Dystrophy, wanted to wear jeans to school like his friends, but couldn’t manage the buttons and zippers. That night, she used her background in design to adapt a pair that not only met his needs but increased his confidence and independence. She realized then that millions of people around the world must also be struggling to access stylish clothing that meets their needs. She began to envision a world where all styles of clothing were available with adaptations that would make them accessible for people with disabilities and that adaptive clothing would become as commonplace as petite and plus size. After spending 20 years in the fashion industry, Mindy decided to combine her experience and her passion by creating Runway of Dreams.

Founded on the basis that clothing is a basic human need, Runway of Dreams develops, delivers, and supports programs and events that celebrate people’s differences, break down stereotypes, highlight the need for mainstream adaptive apparel, and showcase people with disabilities in fashion. Through our campaign for inclusion, national adaptive runway shows featuring models with varying disabilities, scholarships for the next generation of adaptive designers, wardrobe grants and apparel donations for organizations serving people with disabilities in need, and college clubs across the country, Runway of Dreams is bringing positive visibility to a disability, leading a movement of inclusion in the apparel industry, and empowering people with disabilities with confidence, independence, and style. Our mission fills a void that no other charitable organization is currently addressing.

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Runway of Dreams

Mindy Scheier

Ava Gordon

Jackie Klein

Isabela Cruz

Emily Cohen

Debbie Rucker

Abigail Winner

Carly Schneider

Alexa Weinberger

Adam Fine

The Operations Team at Runway of Dreams ensures the seamless execution of the foundation's multifaceted programs and events. The Director of Operations oversees logistics and strategic initiatives, the Logistics Committee handles the coordination of fashion shows and apparel donations, and the Outreach Committee engages with organizations and communities to broaden the foundation's impact and reach. Together, they aim to promote inclusivity and adaptive fashion within the apparel industry.

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