About I Belong

Art · Ability · Community — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving DFW

Our Mission

I Belong is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to create community for people with disabilities and their families.

Our Vision

Through Expressive Arts, I Belong will be the leading model in providing expressive arts programming that fosters personal growth and a sense of belonging.

Our Story

I Belong was founded by Witek Nowosiad, a father who understands firsthand the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities and their families. After searching for meaningful, joyful community experiences for his own family member, Witek recognized a gap — and decided to fill it.

What started as a small, community-driven initiative has grown into a thriving nonprofit serving hundreds of Creators across the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Through expressive arts programs — music, dance, theater, visual arts, yoga, culinary arts, and more — I Belong creates spaces where every person is celebrated for who they are.

Our name says it all: everyone belongs here. We believe in the transformative power of creative expression to build confidence, connection, and community — for Creators and their families alike. Every program is designed with joy, dignity, and belonging at its core.

I Belong creators holding their artwork together

2025 Impact

Numbers that reflect real lives changed

526
Engagements of I Belong Creatives
88
Families Served
10
Expressive Arts Instructors
100%
All Donations Dedicated to the Creatives
No overhead cost
100%
Volunteer Board of Directors

Board of Directors

Witek Nowosiad
Witek Nowosiad
Founder & President

Founder of I Belong, Witek brings personal mission and organizational vision to every aspect of the nonprofit's growth and programming.

George Cattat
George Cattat
Treasurer

George brings financial stewardship and accountability to I Belong, ensuring resources are deployed with integrity and impact.

Adam Lubbers
Adam Lubbers
Spirituality Director

Adam guides the contemplative and community-building dimension of I Belong's work, grounding programs in purpose and belonging.

Tamara Schlueter Bayo
Tamara Schlueter Bayo
Board Director

Tamara contributes advocacy experience and community connections to advance I Belong's reach and mission across DFW.

Alexandra Robinson
Alexandra Robinson
Board Director

Alexandra brings strategic insight and a passion for inclusive programming to the board's direction and planning.

Kimberly Ingram
Kimberly Ingram
Board Director

Kimberly's dedication to community wellness and family support strengthens I Belong's programs and partnerships.