Accessibility Statement

Committed to an Inclusive Experience

Last Updated: July 2026

Our Commitment to Accessibility

Variety Children’s Charity of the Desert is committed to providing an accessible and inclusive experience for all individuals who interact with our organization, including children, families, caregivers, donors, volunteers, and community members.

Accessibility is an important part of our mission. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to participate, belong, and thrive, and we strive to ensure our website reflects those same values of inclusion and accessibility.

Certified Autism Center®

Variety Children’s Charity of the Desert is proud to be a Certified Autism Center® (CAC). This designation reflects our commitment to creating welcoming and supportive experiences for individuals with autism, sensory sensitivities, and other accessibility needs.

Through specialized training and ongoing education, our team is better equipped to understand and support the diverse needs of the children and families we serve.

Website Accessibility

We are continually working to improve the accessibility and usability of our website and digital content.

To support accessibility, our website includes the UserWay Accessibility Widget, which provides visitors with tools to help customize their browsing experience.

Accessibility features may include:

  • Keyboard navigation support
  • Text size and readability adjustments
  • Contrast and color enhancements
  • Alternative text for meaningful images
  • Responsive design for desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
  • Ongoing accessibility improvements and testing

Accessibility Standards

We strive to follow recognized accessibility best practices and work toward conformance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA where reasonably possible.

Accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we are committed to continually improving our website as technology, standards, and user needs evolve.

Need Assistance?

If you experience difficulty accessing information on our website, encounter an accessibility barrier, or need information in an alternative format, we encourage you to contact us.

When reaching out, it is helpful to include:

  • The webpage or content you were trying to access
  • A brief description of the issue
  • Your preferred method of communication

We will make reasonable efforts to respond promptly and provide the assistance or information you need.

Feedback

We welcome feedback about the accessibility of our website and services. Your input helps us identify opportunities for improvement and better serve our community.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Accessibility Statement or need assistance accessing our website, please contact us:

Variety Children’s Charity of the Desert
42-600 Cook Street, Suite 150
Palm Desert, CA 92211

P: (760) 773-9800 E: variety@varietyofthedesert.org