Friendship Circle of Virginia Hosts 4th Annual Disability Inclusion Day at the Diamond in Partnership with the Richmond Flying Squirrels
On Sunday, June 29, 2025, Friendship Circle of Virginia will host their 4th Annual Disability Inclusion Day at the Diamond, highlighting disability inclusion, in partnership with the Richmond Flying Squirrels. The event is presented by fas mart® and generously sponsored by Allianz Partners, Genworth, Jewish Community Federation of Richmond, Markel, QTS Data Centers, Rudlin Torah Academy, and The UPS Store at Gayton Crossing. Additional sponsors include Sentara and Dominion Energy. As part of the day’s mission to promote accessibility and inclusion, 10,000 FREE TICKETS will be distributed to individuals and families connected with disability and mental health organizations across the Richmond area. Disability Inclusion Day at the Diamond creates a welcoming, sensory-friendly environment at the ballpark and offers inclusive activities for all. Attendees will enjoy:
ā ASL interpreters ā Closed captioning ā Audio description services ā Increased accessible seating ā Sensory-friendly entry gate ā Sensory Zone ā Sensory backpacks | ā An adult changing area ā Lower speaker volume ā Alternate food options ā Nut Free suite ā And more |
Inclusion will take center stage during the game, with individuals with disabilities featured in meaningful roles. Local musician George Dennehy, born without arms, will perform the national anthem playing guitar with his feet. Additional highlights include pre-game catch on the field, in-between inning games, and post-game running the bases for children and adults with disabilities.
More than 130 local organizations serving the disability community have been invited to participate. Friendship Circle of Virginia, a Richmond-based nonprofit for over 13 years, fosters friendships and inclusion through a range of innovative free programs. Find out more at FCVA.org.
To request FREE tickets, or get involved, visit InclusionDayRVA.com.
