Our Awards
2023
Friendship Award: Dennis Borel, for friendship and partnership in the 2023 Legislature and many years before.
Texas Advocates
Advocate of the Year: Chase Bearden, for his hard work in the 2023 Legislature on voter access.
American Council of the Blind of Texas
2021
2020
Hometown Heroes: Kit Cuny, Rosie Williams, and Laura Harrell of our CDS Division, for exceptional service during the pandemic.
We Work for Health Texas
Nomination, National Rare Voice Award: Dennis Borel, for Patient Advocacy (State)
National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD)
2019
Health Equity Hero: Dennis Borel, for leading the charge in Texas to ensure adults with disabilities have access to the preventive oral health care they need.
DentaQuest
2017
Luminary Award: Chase Bearden, for his leadership and dedication to the life science industry in Texas (left, with fellow honoree Rep. Four Price)
Texas Healthcare and Biosciences Institute (THBI)
2016
Certificate of Appreciation: Chase Bearden, for his advocacy work on behalf of Texans with disabilities
ADAPT of Texas
2015
Certificate of Appreciation, for exceptional service on the 25th anniversary of the ADA
A Resource Center for Independent Living (ARCIL)
Luminary Award: Dennis Borel, for his leadership and dedication to the life science industry in Texas (left)
Texas Healthcare and Biosciences Institute (THBI)
2014
Barbara Jordan Media Award for Special Contribution by an Organization: The Autistic Brain: An Interview with Dr. Temple Grandin with Golden Arm Media (left, Alex Murphy of Golden Arm Media with CTD's William Greer and Dennis Borel)
Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities
2013
Honorable Mention, Best Use of Social Media for Cause Advocacy: Texas Medicaid Matters Campaign with 9Terrains
PR Daily
Chairman's Commendation: Chase Bearden, for advocacy work in the 2013 Legislative Session
Austin Mayor's Committee for People with Disabilities
Agency of the Year (left, with Bryson Smith)
Personal Attendant Coalition of Texas (PACT)
2012
Advocate of the Year: Dennis Borel
Texas Parent 2 Parent
Advocate of the Year: Dennis Borel (left)
San Antonio Independent Living Services
Statewide Systems Advocate
Volar Center for Independent Living
2011
Advocacy Award: Chase Bearden, for work on Respectful Language Bill.
Alliance of Texas Down Syndrome Associations
Barbara Jordan Media Award for Special Contribution by an Organization: Interview with Dr. Temple Grandin and a visit to Austin by the National Haitian Amputee Soccer Team Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities
President's Award in Appreciation of Outstanding Service: Chase Bearden
Texas Physical Therapy Association
2009
NCIL Annual Advocacy Award for Region VI: Dennis Borel
National Council on Independent Living (NCIL)
TRA Legislative Award: Chase Bearden (left)
Texas Rehabilitation Association
2008
Advocacy Award: Private Sector Cell Phone Accessibility Advocacy Project
AT&T
2007
Media Award: Legless Lizard Tour de Tejas Event Austin Mayor's Committee for People with Disabilities
Media Award: Cinema Touching Disability Film Festival & Short Film Competition Austin Mayor's Committee for People with Disabilities
2006
ADA Champion Award
ADAPT of Texas
Best Public Affairs Campaign: VOTEXAS with Burson-Marsteller
Public Relations Society of America, Austin Chapter
2005
Media Award: Capitol Ride '05
Austin Mayor's Committee for People with Disabilities
Media Award: Cinema Touching Disability Film Festival Austin Mayor's Committee for People with Disabilities
2004
Barbara Jordan Media Award for Special Contribution by an Organization: 1st Annual Cinema Touching Disability Film Festival Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities
Media Award: 1st Annual Cinema Touching Disability Film Festival Austin Mayor's Committee for People with Disabilities
2003
Media Award: Team Everest '03
Dallas Mayor's Committee for People with Disabilities
Barbara Jordan Media Award for News Article: Team Everest '03
Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities
Barbara Jordan Media Award for Photojournalism: Team Everest '03
Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities
Barbara Jordan Media Award for Special Contribution: Team Everest '03
Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities
Partnership Award
Austin Mayor's Committee for People with Disabilities
20 Texas Accomplishments to Celebrate in 2003: Livable Communities cooperation with AARP
Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities
About Us
Our Staff
Based in Austin, CTD's staff is composed of dedicated individuals with and without disabilities.
Our Board
CTD's Board of Directors reflects the population of Texas in terms of types of disability, geographic representation, ethnicity, and income level.
Our History
Founded in 1978, CTD has grown to become the oldest and largest consumer-driven cross-disability organization in Texas.
Our Awards
Our work has earned praise from partners, clients, colleagues, and more.
Media Kit
Members of the media interested in leveraging our expertise or scheduling an interview about an issue or upcoming event are encouraged to contact Chase Bearden at info@txdisabilities.org.
Annual Report
Learn about last year's advocacy and organizing activities, arts and community events, and more in our detailed, easy to read annual reports.
