Events
Coffee at the Center 9/25
Join us Friday, September 25 from 8:00-9:30 AM for an open house-style coffee at The Centers for Exceptional Children. This gathering is for healthcare and pediatric providers, referral partners, and anyone working alongside children with disabilities and complex needs.
Come see our campus, hear an update from CFEC leadership, and tour our classrooms and therapy spaces. Drop in any time - tours are offered throughout the morning, with brief remarks from leadership at 8:45 AM.
We'd love to show you what we do and talk about how we can partner together.
2026 Golf Classic
For over 70 years, The Centers for Exceptional Children has provided a critical combination of support services, programs, and facilities dedicated to helping children and their families thrive. We believe every child deserves the chance to realize their fullest potential, and we invite you to join us for a day of golf with greater purpose! Your swing helps create brighter futures! By participating or sponsoring, you support vital therapies, education, and enrichment for children with exceptional needs. Register or sponsor today!
Back to School Open House 2026
We invite you to join us for CFEC's Open House! Help us celebrate the 2026-27 school year with our students and staff as we embark on a new journey this school year. All members of the community are welcome to come, and parents are especially encouraged to attend as our Executive Director highlights the school year and what to expect from CFEC! Coffee and croissants will be provided as a light refreshment.
Hear a brief update from CFEC Executive Director Nicholas McCoy at 8:30 AM!
Drop in as you are able—no RSVP necessary!
Spring Open House in the Garden
Celebrate the season with us at The Centers for Exceptional Children! We are opening up our garden for an evening of community, fresh air, and fellowship. Whether you’ve been a long-time supporter or are just getting to know us, we would love to see you there.
Enjoy light refreshments and the beauty of our outdoor space. We’ll host a brief program at 6:00 PM to share some exciting updates, but otherwise, please feel free to drop in whenever your schedule allows!
Unfolding Possibilities 2026
Join us on April 16, 2026 for Unfolding Possibilities, CFEC’s annual cocktail party & fundraising event.
Coffee at the Center
The Centers for Exceptional Children is a unique, inclusive environment where children of all abilities grow together. We invite you to join us for an informal coffee hour to witness the incredible work of our students, teachers, and therapists.
Take a brief tour of our facility, enjoy a morning brew, and learn more about our holistic approach to early childhood education and on-site therapy. We’d love to share our story with you!
RSVP is not required but is appreciated!
Meet & Greet with CFEC ED Nicholas McCoy
Join us at CFEC to meet Nicholas McCoy, the organization's new Executive Director. RSVP is encouraged but not necessary; walk-ins are welcome! Please drop by as your schedule allows for coffee, to hear Nicholas' vision for the organization, and for an optional tour of the program.
Click here to learn more about Nicholas.
Holiday Open House
For decades, we have been empowering children with special needs and supporting their families, right here in the greater Winston-Salem neighborhood. Drop in (and invite a friend!) to learn more at our Holiday Open House & Coffee Social.
We will be hosting a brief program and guided tour at 9:00am and 10:00am. Meet our staff and teachers, experience seeing our services and programs first-hand, and enjoy complimentary coffee and pastries from Camino Bakery.
Kindly let us know you will be attending by registering yourself and your guests within the form below.