Quarterly Newsletter

The Changemaker – June 2026

June 26, 2026

Council Member Spotlight: Jennifer “Allie” Fredrich Meet Jennifer “Allie” Friedrich, MODDC’s Chair-Elect and advocate. Allie was appointed in 2022. She graduated from Partners in Policy Making in 2021. What is your why?  My mother was a fierce advocate for me. From a very young age, it was instilled in me that anything is possible and…

The Changemaker – March 2026

March 20, 2026

Grant Impact: Disrupting the School to Prison Pipeline (SToPP) The Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council (MODDC) works to make changes that create greater equity for people with developmental disabilities. MODDC provides funding through grants for innovative projects while partnering with universities, nonprofits, and state agencies. The following is a highlight of one of MODDC’s many projects.…