Exceptional Persons, Inc. (EPI)

12/18/2025

🎄 Every Need Fulfilled – Thanks to YOU! 🎄

This holiday season, our Giving Tree made sure all 79 individuals had all 280 essential needs met—and it’s all because of your incredible generosity. From winter coats to bedding and kitchenware, you helped bring dignity, hope, and comfort to those who need it most.

A special thank you to everyone who donated and to the businesses who hosted Giving Trees. Together, we proved what community can do!

Read the full story and see how one extraordinary gift helped us cross the finish line: https://www.episervice.org/blog/more-than-you-see/every-need-fulfilled-a-heartfelt-gift-and-a-community-of-support.aspx

12/17/2025

We are honored to be named a Fiscal Year 26 Fall Grant Recipient! A huge thank you to Black Hawk County Gaming Association for investing in our mission of connecting people, creating opportunities, and nurturing growth. We’re proud to stand alongside these amazing organizations making a difference! 💙

👉 Learn more about our work at www.episervice.org

During this season of giving, we are excited to announce our FY26 Fall Grant Recipients!

Help us thank and recognize these eight outstanding organizations for their hard work and commitment towards making Northeast Iowa stronger. We appreciate your partnership!

12/13/2025

🌟 Make an Impact Every Day – Join Us as an Assistant Teacher! 🌟
Looking for a career with purpose and growth? At EPI, you’ll help create a positive, nurturing environment for young children while building your future.

✅ What You’ll Do:
Support classroom activities & curriculum
Build relationships with children & families
Maintain a safe, respectful environment

📌 Qualifications:
16+ years old
Experience with infants–preschool (preferred)
Pass background checks

💰 Competitive Pay | 🕒 Flexible Scheduling | 🌈 Inclusive Workplace

👉 Apply Today & Make a Difference! https://episervice.bamboohr.com/careers/510?source=aWQ9Mw%3D%3D

12/11/2025

Ready to Make a Difference? Join Our Team as a DSP – Intermittent Specialist!

At EPI, you’ll mentor individuals with Intellectual Disabilities, helping them achieve personal success while building your own career.

Why You’ll Love It:
✅ Real career advancement opportunities
✅ A supportive community with a greater purpose
✅ Flexible part-time shifts (10–19 hrs/week) – days, evenings, weekends
✅ Competitive pay: $17.00–$19.50/hr (based on experience)

👉 Apply today and discover a career with REAL PURPOSE! https://episervice.bamboohr.com/careers/509?source=aWQ9Mw%3D%3D

12/05/2025

It's another Five Star Friday and November's DSP of the Month goes to Zhuldyz Parpucu! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Zhuldyz empowers individuals to build skills, make choices, and live confidently. She fosters independence through problem-solving and decision-making, creating an environment where people feel safe and valued.

Her attentiveness and care ensure those we serve are supported in doing what they enjoy. Thank you, Zhuldyz, for the incredible impact you make every day!

Congratulations and welcome {BACK} to the Five Star Club!

12/05/2025

🎄 Fulfill a Need…or 6 or 7! 😉

This holiday season, we’re asking YOU to help us meet all 280 essential needs for individuals who would otherwise go without.

With 200 tags remaining on our Giving Tree, here's how you can help:
✅ Shop from our Wish Lists
✅ Make a monetary donation
✅ Share this post to spread the word

Every gift matters! Join the Giving Tree tradition now through December 22, start here: https://www.episervice.org/you-can-help/donate-to-epi/giving-tree.aspx

12/04/2025

❄️ Winter weather in the Midwest can be unpredictable!

If inclement weather impacts EPI or the Hawkeye Child Development Center – ALC, here’s where you can find the latest updates:

✅ KWWL Closings: https://www.kwwl.com/weather/closings/
✅ Our Website: www.episervice.org
✅ Right here on our social media pages!

We’ll also keep our staff informed and ready to share updates as needed. Stay safe and warm this winter!

12/03/2025

Hey Panthers! 🐾
EPI is set up at Maucker Union today until 3 PM!

Stop by to:
✅ Learn about career opportunities at EPI
✅ Grab some snacks
✅ Enter for a chance to win EPI merch
…and more!

Don’t miss out—come say hi and see how you can make a difference with EPI!
👉 https://www.episervice.org/join-our-team/career-opportunities/default.aspx

12/02/2025

It’s Giving Tuesday! 💙 Today is all about making a difference—and you can do just that with EPI!

Here's how you can join:
✅ Pick a tag from our Giving Tree and make someone’s holiday brighter
✅ Make an end-of-year donation to support critical services for people with disabilities
✅ Share this post to spread the word and inspire others to give

Every gift—big or small—creates opportunities for independence, connection, and growth. Thank you for giving!

👉 https://www.episervice.org/you-can-help/donate-to-epi/

12/02/2025

🎄 It's Time for a Weekly Giving Tree Update! 🎄

With everyone’s help, we’ve fulfilled 65 needs—and have 215 more to go! That means we’re 23% of the way there toward meeting all 280 essential needs for individuals who would otherwise go without this holiday season.

The Giving Tree runs now through December 22.
💝 Help us reach 100%—shop online, shop local, or donate today → https://www.episervice.org/you-can-help/donate-to-epi/giving-tree.aspx

11/29/2025

🎁 Celebrate Shop Small Saturday with BIG Impact!

Today is all about supporting local—and what better way than by shopping for Giving Tree gifts at your favorite local stores? Every item you purchase helps fulfill one of 280 essential needs for individuals who would otherwise go without this holiday season.

🎁Click here to learn how to shop the Giving Tree locally → https://www.episervice.org/you-can-help/donate-to-epi/giving-tree.aspx