Logo for 99 R Bash Balloons with the words 'BALLOONS' and 'RECESS' in blue and black text.
A woman and a young boy kneeling on the floor playing with a wooden train set in a room with light wood flooring, a blue storage unit, and a table with chairs.
A woman with curly hair and a gray headband hugging a young girl with braided hair and a light blue hoodie in a seated position in an indoor setting. Behind them, a coffee bar sign is visible on the wall, and there is a counter with yellow and black storage bins. In the background, a group of people are engaging in conversation near a door.
A woman with light-colored hair, wearing a black jacket, holding a small child with curly hair, a floral print jacket, and a red name tag, standing in an indoor space with carpeted floors, a large plant, a TV, and a counter in the background, as well as a yellow sign indicating a men's restroom.
Children's hands covered in white foam playing with large colorful building blocks on a table in a classroom or play area.
A young girl with brown hair in a ponytail, wearing a pink shirt, is painting a small pumpkin with colorful decorations at a table. The table has paint supplies, and the pumpkin has bright colors and patterns. In the background, there is a painted wall with a whimsical black line drawing of a vine with leaves.

A monthly respite night for children with disabilities and their siblings.

Held the second Friday of each month, September–April, starting at 6pm. Every child is paired with a dedicated buddy for three hours of games, crafts, and play. Volunteers arrive at 5pm for dinner and an overview of the 99 Balloons program — all background-checked, with a medical professional and behavioral specialist on site.

For caregivers— a real break. Rest, reconnect, run errands, or just breathe, knowing your kids are safe and cared for.

For kids experiencing disabilities — one goal: fun. No therapy, no doctors — just a one-on-one buddy focused on making it the best night of their week.

For siblings — often overlooked, never here. Dedicated sibling volunteers and programming, plus other kids who get exactly what it's like.

Want to volunteer or register a child?
Contact Amy Crawford

417-848-9732

Amy@thevenues.org