Orchard Manor Foundation’s mission is to offer educational opportunities, programming, meaningful work experiences, and support for individuals and their support systems in an agricultural setting.
The Foundation’s workshops, led by educational professionals, will enhance community participation and improve quality of life for individuals and their families.
Meet Our Founder!
Lauren Marra, a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst, is a successful clinician and business visionary. She has helped hundreds of School Districts, Private Medical Providers and Families build supportive programs and transition services to support individuals. Here in Loudoun County, she continues to support individuals and their parents during their IEP process and transitions into adult services while being an active support to Veteran Non-Profits and helping lobby for more programs to support Veterans at home.
Lauren Founded a company that specialized in building Center-based locations to support Individuals with Disabilities. She helped grow regionally specialized programs within the NY area helping thousands of individuals with growth, while supporting several non-profits and residing as a Board Member to privatized companies.
At Orchard Manor Foundation, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental values that enrich our organization and strengthen our impact on the communities we serve. We are committed to fostering an environment where all individuals feel valued, respected, and empowered regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic.
Our commitment to diversity is reflected in our programs, partnerships, and internal practices. We recognize the importance of diverse perspectives in driving innovation, creativity, and effectiveness.
We are dedicated to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and experiences of every individual. By embracing diversity and fostering a sense of belonging, we strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to positive change.
As we work towards our mission of providing day programming in an agricultural setting, we reaffirm our pledge to uphold the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work.