Starkloff Disability Institute

Non-profit OrganizationsMissouri, United States11-50 Employees

The Starkloff Disability Institute is a non-profit organization based in St. Louis, Missouri, founded in 2003 by Max and Colleen Starkloff and David Newburger. It focuses on advancing inclusion in everyday life by operating disability-led programs that aim to improve economic opportunity and transform the lives of people with disabilities. The institute positions itself as a workforce and workplace disability advisor, addressing inclusion at both individual and systemic levels through candidate programs and partnerships with employers and communities. Its work centers on empowering people with disabilities to pursue and succeed in competitive professions while helping organizations implement inclusive hiring and customer service practices.

The organization serves individuals across youth, college, and adult stages, and engages corporate partners, communities, and public-facing events to dispel myths about disability and promote welcoming environments. Through these efforts, Starkloff seeks to change attitudes and processes that affect employment and everyday participation for disabled people, contributing to a broader movement for disability equity in the region and beyond. Recent developments include leadership appointments and program activities that expand its career services and annual employment summit, reflecting ongoing growth in its mission to help disabled people thrive.

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