Events
Opportunities to support PACER, engage in disability advocacy and education, and celebrate achievements
PACER fundraisers
PACER Gala
An evening filled with moments to celebrate PACER’s mission and raise funds to support PACER’s work on behalf of families of children with disabilities.
Raise a Glass
A time to enjoy specialty drinks and good conversation at a local brewery, get to know PACER staff, and learn more about PACER’s resources.
Social inclusion
Puppet shows
Classroom presentations in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area for young children to hear important messaging about disability and inclusion through child-sized puppets.
Fun Times
Free events that connect youth with and without disabilities in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area.
National Bullying Prevention Month
A movement to promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion to prevent bullying.
Disability education & advocacy
Parent Leadership Training
A training to help parents build skills to advocate for systems change for children and youth with disabilities and/or mental health needs.
More information about 2026 Parent Leadership Training coming soon.
PACER’s Day at the Capitol
An inspiring and educational day to promote legislative changes for students with disabilities.
Assistive technology
EX.I.T.E. Camp
A free summer camp for middle school girls and gender expansive youth with disabilities to explore STEM activities in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.
STC Open House & Tech Expo
An open house at PACER’s Simon Technology Center (STC) where attendees can drop in to tour the Lending Library, participate in interactive assistive technology (AT) stations, and connect with an AT specialist.
Community awards
Paula F. Goldberg Champion for Children with Disabilities Award
Recognizes someone who has demonstrated exceptional advocacy and leadership for children with disabilities in honor of Paula Goldberg’s extraordinary 40+ years of leadership as PACER’s executive director.
Unity Awards
Recognizes individuals across the nation who take action to prevent bullying and help to build community.