Let’s turn disabilities into possibilities
Let’s turn disabilities into possibilities
Let’s turn disabilities into possibilities
Let’s turn disabilities into possibilities
The Ramble Collective
We’re on a mission to create pathways to purpose and community for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). As a Boulder-based nonprofit organization, our innovative programs create employment opportunities and facilitate access to affordable housing where adults with IDD can thrive in community.
You can support us as we turn disabilities into possibilities: shop for something special at one of our Ramble stores, spread the word about what we do, or make a donation to support our cause.
The Collective
Ramble Opportunities
Our apprentice program provides paid-work experience, training and job placement services for individuals living with IDD. We provide our apprentices with on-the-job training in our retail stores, strengthening the hard and soft skills required for competitive, integrated employment. After our apprentices complete this program, we work with our graduates to secure a job and help them sustain independent employment.
Ramble on Pearl
Our flagship clothing boutique, located in the heart of Boulder, offers new, premium-quality women’s and men’s active lifestyle clothing and accessories. This store hosts Ramble Opportunities, our apprentice program for adults with IDD where we provide paid, on-the-job training and job placement services. At our store, every purchase has an impact!
Ramble Marketplace
Our brand new, Boulder-themed gift shop offers a broad range of curated products by locally-based artisans and brands as well as gift collections for retail and corporate customers alike. This new store allows us to expand the capacity of our apprentice program, while providing alternative on-the-job training opportunities. This expands the variety of skills our graduates offer local employers. We’re the perfect place to get Boulder-Born gifts and make an impact at the same time!
Ramble Community Connections
Collaborating with Boulder Housing Partners and other local organizations, Ramble Community Connections assists adults with IDD access quality, community-based and affordable housing. We are expanding our Ramble Community Connections program to include a range of events, activities and classes that create opportunities for people of all abilities to develop sustainable, natural relationships and thrive within our community.
Our Impact
Ramble Opportunities
Since our founding, 42 individuals have participated in our programs and 32 have secured independent community employment while some still train and work at Ramble.
Ramble Community Connections
Our Ramble Community Connections program supports 20 individuals living in affordable, community-based housing.
Ramble Success Stories
Ramble Success Stories
Ava’s Story
Ava moved to Boulder from New York where she participated in supported employment at Marshalls. She came to Ramble on Pearl with a dream of working independently, but had every intention of returning to her beloved Marshalls. She proudly showed us her name tag that she had kept and brought with…
Ramble Success Stories
Kendra’s Story
Kendra was one of our first apprentices, starting the apprenticeship program shortly after we opened in 2014. She has now been employed at REI since the spring of 2015 and is loving it there! Kendra is part of the stocking team that ensures all clothing goes on to the sales floor in…
Ramble Success Stories
Sean’s Story
Sean started at Ramble in April 2016 and proved himself to be an exceptionally hard worker. Sean always shows up with a great attitude and is always enthusiastic about whatever the day may hold. During his time at Ramble, Sean was our go-to man for anything inventory related, including reconciling…
Ramble Success Stories
Penny’s Story
Penny is Ramble’s newest Apprentice Program graduate and community employee. Penny began working at Clutter Consignment in October 2016 and has been a joyful presence to coworkers and customers alike. Penny loves customer assistance and goes above and beyond to deliver exceptional service to all of Clutter’s visitors! Penny loves…