Six months ago, Snackability placed its first vending machine with a clear purpose: turn everyday snack and drink service into meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. What began as a single machine has already delivered measurable social outcomes, hands-on skill building, and a proven model that other businesses can join. Here is a transparent look at the data from our first half-year of operations, what it means f

Every day in the United States, millions of families navigate the joys and challenges of supporting loved ones with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). From autism spectrum disorder to Down syndrome and beyond, IDD affects cognition, communication, and daily functioning, shaping unique paths for individuals and communities alike. But behind these personal stories lie powerful numbers that highlight the scale of IDD prevalence in the USA—and the untapped potenti