Who We Are
We champion the rights of people with disabilities and invest in what matters most: real opportunities, strong relationships, and inclusive, equitable communities.
At Fello, we believe in the power of choice and community. Our name reflects how we work—alongside others, with heart, purpose, and a deep commitment to connection. We partner with people with disabilities to provide support services, develop inclusive and accessible housing, and create spaces where people feel genuinely connected—not just accommodated.
Mission: To support people with disabilities to live the lives they choose by creating opportunities, promoting respect and equity, and fostering inclusion in their communities.
Vision: For people with disabilities to live the lives they choose in communities that are equitable, accessible, and fully inclusive.
This isn’t day one, this is decade six.
Our story began in 1961, when a group of families came together to fight for the rights and futures of their children with disabilities. They believed what we still know to be true today: that everyone deserves the same opportunities to live, work, and thrive in their community. Their grassroots effort became one of the largest, most dynamic organizations in the region, with a legacy built on advocacy, services, and inclusion.
More than six decades later, Fello continues to be a leader and change-maker, dedicated to building the services people tell us they want and need while removing the barriers people face in accessing their communities. We don’t wait for others to take action – we believe it is our responsibility to meet people where they are, address the overlapping needs of our communities, and make a profound impact on people’s lives.
Today, we continue to lead the way in innovating services for people with disabilities and creating communities where everyone belongs.
Fello’s growth throughout our history is fueled by the urgency of our mission and supporting our communities where no one else is. Our mission is a powerful declaration of commitment to advocacy, empowerment, and the creation of inclusive communities.
We are Fello—a name that reflects our deep belief in community and our commitment to working alongside others. While our name has changed, our purpose remains clear. We believe in individuality, in the strength of relationships, and in the lasting impact of real communities—shaped by the people who live in them.
Together, we are Fello. Together, we belong.
1,544
Number of opportunities created through Fello services.
2,946
People supported through Self-Directed Services.
380
People with disability & mental health diagnoses receiving support through Behavioral Health.
$12 Million
Average amount paid to the 8,000+ employees of Self-Directed Services participants every pay period.
1.6M Miles
Driven by Fello's fleet to provide community-based services (60X around the globe!)
625+
Number of employees across Fello's organization.
4
Consecutive years without raising healthcare costs for employees while improving our Total Rewards (benefits) package.
87%
Percent of employees that believe Fello is inclusive of people with diverse identities and backgrounds other than people with disabilities.
2X
Direct Support Professional wages have doubled since 2017 from $9.88/hr to $20.50/hr.
17
Years our team has developed affordable and accessible housing.
100
New units throughout the community.
149
Leaseholders, 95% of whom fall into the very low to low-income category.
4
Mixed-income developments underway that offer a combination of market-rate and affordable units, creating inclusive housing opportunities for everyone.
100%
Percent of the units are regularly assessed for energy efficiency and solar capability.
4
Mixed-income developments underway that offer a combination of market-rate and affordable units, creating inclusive housing opportunities for everyone.
180+
Units actively under development
373,450
Square feet currently under development
$70m+
Anticipated spend on construction
Our Values
We see the whole person, celebrate our differences, and offer the people we serve and our team opportunities tailored to them.
Fueled by the urgency of our mission, we continually push for better and more innovative approaches.
We are creative, resourceful, and have a “get it done” approach to overcoming challenges.
We value the different identities and experiences of the people and communities we work with, and we build respectful relationships to meet them where they are.
Where We Work
Fello is a dynamic regional organization supporting more than 4,000 people statewide. Fello supports people with disabilities throughout central Maryland and provides self-directed services to participants across the state of Maryland.
Our Team
At Fello, we believe every employee here makes mission-critical decisions every day which enriches the lives of the people we support, improves our operations, and maintains our reputation for innovation and improvement.
Fello is a transformative organization with leaders at every level. We are a community of passionate professionals dedicated to supporting people with disabilities to live self-determined lives, innovating services, and creating more equitable and inclusive communities.
Support Fello
We need your help to create real change in our community.
When you give to Fello, you become part of a movement that creates greater equity and access and finds innovative approaches to solving the most pressing community needs. Your gift gets us all one step closer to living in the fully inclusive communities we need and deserve by supporting two critical initiatives: Children, Youth, & Their Families services and innovation.
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