Friends for Life

06/01/2026

📣 Join us for Friends for Life’s 3rd Annual Granny Basketball Fundraiser! 🏀

Our amazing Famous Friends team is back and ready to hit the court on July 11 at 2 PM at MCC Highlands Gym — all for a great cause!

This year’s returningplayers include:
Ashley Thornton, Rachel Martinez, Lori Fogleman, Rachel Pate, Mary Lou Castillo, Jordan Martinez, Ann Harder, Sgt. Sami Bull, Inez Russell, Megan Snipes, Andrea Kosar, Julie Jacque, and Chief Sheryl Victorian as the Coach!

And we’re not done yet — more players are coming soon!

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/grannybb/
Grab yours early for an early bird discount. Raffle prizes, silent auction items, and more coming soon!

Let’s fill the gym and cheer them on! 🎉

Every ticket helps support Friends for Life and its mission to provide compassionate care, support, and resources for older adults and adults with disabilities in our community. Learn more about the impact of their work at FriendsforLife.org.

05/30/2026

We are thrilled to announce that Friends for Life has received a generous $7,000 grant from Do it Best to support our Children & Youth Program! A huge THANK YOU to Brent Watts and the local Do It Best team for this incredible investment in the families we serve.

Our Children & Youth Program works with families who have children and youth with special healthcare needs, connecting them to vital resources through state and local programs and support networks in their own communities. From helping cover co-pays for behavior support services and medical supplies to funding summer camps and respite care, this program makes a real difference in these families' daily lives. We also empower families through person-centered planning, because we believe families know best what they need and how to meet those needs.

This generous grant from Do It Best will help us continue serving families across McLennan, Bell, Coryell, Hill, Falls, and surrounding counties.

To learn more about our Children & Youth Program or any of our services, visit friendsforlife.org or call us at 254-772-7600.

05/28/2026

We did it — we hit the full match! 🎉

Because of your incredible generosity, we’ve officially unlocked the full $25,000 match from the Carl C. and Marie Jo Anderson Charitable Foundation.

Thank you to everyone who donated, shared, sponsored, and cheered us on. Your support will make a real difference for seniors and people with disabilities in our community.

We’re so grateful to have a community that shows up in such a big way. Thank you for helping us make this happen!

05/27/2026

🏀 3rd Annual Granny Basketball Fundraiser, Waco Six Shooters Granny Basketball Team vs Friends for Life’s Famous Friends
📅 July 11, 2026
📍 MCC Highlands Gym | Waco, TX

We're looking for sponsors to help make this year's event the best one yet! Whether you're a local business or just want to support a great cause, we've got sponsorship opportunities for every level.

🎟️ Game tickets go on sale June 1st!

For more information and sponsorship details, visit:
👉 Friendsforlife.org/Granny-basketball

Drop a comment, send us a message, or share this post to help spread the word!

Granny BB Sponsorship Deck 2026

05/26/2026

Volunteer Drivers Needed – Help Our Clients Get to Medical Appointments!

At Friends for Life, our mission is to help clients live independently for as long as possible. One of the biggest challenges they face? Getting to medical appointments when they can no longer drive themselves.

That's why we coordinate volunteer drivers to provide this much-needed transportation — and right now, we need MORE volunteers to meet the growing demand.

You don't have to commit to a huge schedule. Even one ride a month can make a real impact in someone's life. A simple trip to a doctor's appointment can mean the difference between staying healthy and independent or falling behind on critical care.

Here's how you can help:
🚗 New volunteers: Sign up today at https://volunteer.bloomerang.co/volunteer/ #/join-party?k=qhs026d2xrjxct

🚗 Current volunteers looking to take on more rides: Contact Kay at 254-772-7600 x110 or [email protected]

Your time behind the wheel changes lives. Will you help keep our neighbors independent and connected to the care they need? Share this post to help spread the word!

05/25/2026

In honor of Memorial Day, Friends for Life will be closed on Monday, May 25th. We will return on Tuesday with our regular hours.

Today, we pause to remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Have a safe and reflective holiday with your family and friends.

We look forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday!

🇺🇸 friendsforlife.org | 254-772-7600

05/22/2026

A heartfelt thank you to The Arc of McLennan County for their incredible kindness. They stopped by with beautiful flowers and cards after hearing we had lost some dear friends. We are so touched by their thoughtfulness and generosity. It truly means the world to us during this difficult time. 💐❤️

05/21/2026

We're excited to share this wonderful opportunity from Waco Parks and Recreation! 🌿

Paths Together is a free guided outdoor experience designed for individuals with disabilities and their families, friends, and buddies. Led by Park Rangers on ADA-accessible trails, it's a chance to connect, enjoy nature, and make meaningful memories together.

📅 Saturday, June 6
🕑 2:00 p.m.
📍 Brazos Park East (3516 N. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Waco)

Adventure really is for everyone — and we love seeing our community come together like this. Sign up today and join in!

🔗 Sign up here: https://bit.ly/4sPkUlX

Adventure is for everyone!

Help us spread the word about Paths Together, a free guided outdoor experience where individuals with disabilities and their families, friends, or buddies can explore the trails together with Park Rangers leading the way.

This ADA-accessible walk is designed to create a welcoming space to connect, enjoy nature and make meaningful memories outdoors. The next one is coming up on June 6!

Sign up 👉 https://bit.ly/4sPkUlX

🗓 Saturday, June 6
🕑 2 p.m.
📍 Brazos Park East (3516 N. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Waco)

The Arc of McLennan County Waco Committee for People with Disabilities Challenger Little League in Waco Texas Mobilize Waco Heart of Central Texas Independent Living Center, Inc. (HOCTIL) Friends for Life

05/20/2026

Thank You, Gentle Transitions Hospice! 🙏

A huge thank you to Gentle Transitions Hospice for being a Free Throw Sponsor of our 3rd Annual Granny Basketball Fundraiser! 🏀👵

We are SO close to reaching our $25,000 Challenge Grant goal from the Carl C. and Marie Jo Anderson Charitable Foundation — and sponsorships like this one count toward the match! That means every dollar goes TWICE as far in supporting seniors and adults with disabilities in our community. ❤️

💙 Donate: https://friendsforlife.org/donate
👉 Become a Sponsor: https://friendsforlife.org/granny-basketball/

Let's hit our goal and unlock the full match! 💪