In the October 2025 edition of our newsletter, The Treehouse, we’re lacing up for victory.
Catch up on our biggest golf tournament to date, watch our powerlifting residents combine their strength by working together, and learn how Special Olympics has been a defining part of our board members’ lives. Check out all these stories and more by reading below in the October 2025 edition of our monthly newsletter, The Treehouse.
The Latest:
Our annual flagship event celebrating our residents and community delivered historic numbers. Gabriel Homes is proud to announce that the 30th Annual Golf Tournament raised over $78,000 and had 118 golfers.
See all photos from the tournament and get a full recap of the day at gabrielhomes.org.
When our powerlifting residents aren’t competing in tournaments, they’re preparing to move a heavy-duty aircraft as a team at the 2025 Dulles Plane Pull.
See how our powerlifters put their strength to the test at gabrielhomes.org.
Board Spotlight
Sarah Carwile
Through Special Olympics, Sarah learned how to support others in ways that encouraged independence and belonging. Her volunteering gained her experience in coordinating events and advocating for inclusive programming.
See how her refined skills, combined with her professional background in nonprofit auditing, applied directly to Gabriel Homes.
Kendall Heren
One night at Special Olympics bowling changed Kendall Heren’s career path forever. Because of the warmth and acceptance she felt from the athletes, Kendall knew she wanted to make a difference in the lives of people with IDD and their families.
Learn more about Kendall’s love of Special Olympics and her advocacy for people with IDD at gabrielhomes.org.
Staff Spotlight:
Angela Rivera Wins DSPY Award for Advocacy
As a residential counselor, Angela (right) has championed the residents’ abilities to speak up for themselves and feel empowered. Her nomination rose to the top out of 32 submissions from local service providers like Gabriel Homes.
Learn more about how Angela is celebrated among Gabriel Homes staff and residents at gabrielhomes.org.
Outside of Gabriel Homes, program coordinator Daniel Borges (right) leans into his passion, fitness. He recently completed a 12K in Quantico in preparation for the Marine Corps Marathon later this month. Thankfully, Rich (left) was there to cheer Daniel’s every step.
I couldn’t let Rich Down.
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