Meet Todd! As CFO, Todd is responsible for looking at NW Works’ finances and how they support the empowerment of adults with disabilities. As Todd shared, he focuses on the mission when making financial decisions, and reports these back to other decision-makers at NW Works.

At NW Works, St. Patrick’s Day was more than just a celebration—it was an opportunity for team members to build skills, gain confidence, and enjoy the rewards of their hard work together.

Happy Employee Appreciation Day from NW Works! Today, NW Works celebrated our employees through a breakfast bar! Today and everyday, we're thankful for the support and commitment of our staff as they serve adults with disabilities in the Northern Shenandoah Valley.

As we recognize Developmental Disability Awareness Month this March 2026, I want to take a moment to celebrate the remarkable achievements and contributions of individuals with developmental disabilities within our organization and our community.

March is nationally recognized as Developmental Disability Awareness Month, and at NW Works we’re honored to support adults with developmental disabilities and share their successes, impact, and growth.

March is nationally recognized as Developmental Disability Awareness Month (DDAM), and at NW Works we’re honored to support adults with developmental disabilities and share their successes, impact, and growth.

In the fall of 2024, Kelly began working at Plato’s Closet Winchester. Store Manager Mac Hall remembers her interview clearly. “Not only was Kelly capable, she was ambitious. She showed an excitement and desire to work and learn that I see less and less of in people today.”

Meet Rebecca! As a Stephen’s City native, Rebecca is no stranger to the Northern Shenandoah Valley. Rebecca serves as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at NW Works and was drawn to the role due to her previous roles in caregiving and service positions. From piano lessons to caregiving for her grandmother, Rebecca has always cared deeply about others and wanted to teach individuals skills and build their confidence.

NW Works is pleased to announce its nomination for the Nonprofit of the Year award through the Top of Virginia Regional Chamber’s 2026 Greater Good Awards.

Advocacy is key for the individuals we serve, and as NW Works has grown over the last 55 years, and particularly recently, we have placed emphasis on moving from access which began in 1970, to advocacy, which we see becoming increasingly important for those we serve.

We're reflecting on 2025 and the impact the individuals we serve, and our organization left on our community in the Northern Shenandoah Valley. In 2025, NW Works supported more people, more jobs, and more growth than ever before.

NW Works has so much to be thankful for this holiday season, and we're especially thankful for those in the community who ensure our team can feel extra supported this season.

As the holiday season is upon us, we're taking a trip down memory lane to when NW Works made bows and the pride team members took in completing each bow for community members to use on holiday gifts. Now, 55 years later, team members can be found performing a variety of jobs in the community.

Robby, a new team member at NW Works, shared with staff how glad he is to be here and remarked that he knows this is exactly where he’s meant to be. Moments like this remind our staff, community members, and supporters of the bigger picture behind the NW Works mission—to make a meaningful difference in the lives of adults with disabilities.

Happy National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)! This NDEAM Spotlight shines on Shannon! 🌟

Shannon is employed through Martin’s.

Happy National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)! This NDEAM Spotlight shines on Agazzi! 🌟

Agazzi is employed through Aramark at Shenandoah University.

Happy National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)! This NDEAM Spotlight shines on Maddie! 🌟

Maddie is employed through the City of Winchester.

Happy National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)! This NDEAM Spotlight shines on Dave! 🌟

Dave is employed through Axalta.

The Digital Literacy Lab represents empowerment and will help expand possibilities for the people we serve to build skills, explore career pathways, and gain greater independence.