Corporate Structure

This chart will give you a better understanding of how SMD is structured, the individual missions of each member of the SMD family and how each mission contributes to achieving the overall vision of “a community that supports the independence, participation and empowerment of persons of all abilities.”


SMD Alliance logo

To support and foster a diverse and cohesive community for persons with disabilities.







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SMD Services logo

To continually develop, maintain and deliver relevant services that assist in the development of individual independence and community support for persons with disabilities.

SMD Foundation logo

To generate contributions and foster philanthropy to support persons with disabilities

SMD Clearinghouse logo

To foster collaborative networking and collective advocacy to support self-help organizations.

SMD Ventures logo

To foster independent business initiatives that generate revenue to support services for persons with disabilities.