Happy 35th Anniversary to the Americans with Disabilities Act! Posted on June 22, 2025 by Eau Claire Community Foundation Access Eau Claire Fund Holder Dr. Katherine Schneider and her canine companion Calvin explore REACH's Community Green Space, which is designed to be accessible to people with disabilities. This summer, ECCF joins the Eau Claire community in celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.). Signed into law by President George H. Bush on July 26, 1990, the A.D.A. is a landmark civil rights law that prohibits discrimination in employment, purchasing goods and services, and participating in state and local government programs and… Read More »
Happy 30th Anniversary to the Americans with Disabilities Act! Posted on July 28, 2020 by Eau Claire Community Foundation ECCF joins the Eau Claire community in celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Signed into law by President George H. Bush on July 26, 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act is a landmark civil rights law that prohibits discrimination in employment, purchasing goods and services, and participating in state and local government programs and services. Several Funds held at ECCF support the important work of improving accessibility for all. For example, grants from Access Eau Claire have provided sign language interpreters at events, a braille printer… Read More »
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