Ohio SIBS

10/13/2026

Meet Brian Trapp, author of Range of Motion!

We’re excited to welcome Brian Trapp to our Wild About SIBS event!

Brian is a writer, sibling, and advocate whose work offers an opportunity to think about the sibling experience and the relationships that shape our lives.

October 24, 2026 @ 11 AM
Columbus Zoo & Aquarium - African Event Center

Tickets are SOLD OUT! We can’t wait to bring our community together to celebrating siblings.

10/13/2026

12 DAYS UNTIL WILD ABOUT SIBS! 🐾

The countdown is on! In 12 days, we’ll gather at the Columbus Zoo to celebrate siblings, share powerful stories, and recognize the incredible impact siblings have on the lives of people with disabilities.

Get ready for our Sibling of the Year, Empowering Young Voices, and Change Agent Awards!

Inspiring stories. Meaningful connections. A community that understands.

We’re officially SOLD OUT, and we can’t wait to celebrate with all of you! Get ready for a wild day celebrating siblings! 🐘🦒

10/11/2026

Executive DirectorDianna Temple and founding member of Ohio SIBS Barbara Sapharas, was on the sibling panel today! Spreading awareness of the sibling perspective!

Thank you to Siblings with a Mission: International Society for Support and Awareness and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital for another wonderful event for SIBS!

Please share any questions you have for our panelists

10/07/2026

10/05/2026

Last week to get tickets!

Zoo tickets are almost gone!
Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/vutqrkm

Wild About SIBS - Daytime Gala
Ohio SIBS invites you to an unforgettable event at the Columbus Zoo. Enjoy an exclusive animal encounter, hear inspiring stories from siblings and individuals with disabilities, and celebrate the strength of sibling relationships. Together, we’ll honor advocates and support programs that provide connection, education, and lifelong support for siblings and families across Ohio.

Hosted by - Dave Jarrell & Michael Dustman
Speaker - Author Brian Trapp
Raffles too

11:00 AM–12:00 PM | Buffet & Sibling Stories
12:00 PM–2:00 PM | Event & Awards
*The first 50 registrants will receive free zoo tickets

Come and celebrate the importance of siblings of people with disabilities with us!

Celebrate the Importance of Siblings
Hear Sibling Stories
Discover the Impact of Ohio SIBS
Connect with Other Siblings & Supporters
Meet Zoo Animals
Enjoy a Delicious Buffet
Listen to Brian Trapp — Author & Disability Advocate
Celebrate with our Sibling Awards
Win Raffle Prizes
Learn Why Sibling Support Matters
Support Ohio SIBS & Our Mission


Wild About SIBS - Daytime Gala
Ohio SIBS invites you to an unforgettable event at the Columbus Zoo. Enjoy an exclusive animal encounter, hear inspiring stories from siblings and individuals with disabilities, and celebrate the strength of sibling relationships. Together, we’ll honor advocates and support programs that provide connection, education, and lifelong support for siblings and families across Ohio.

Hosted by - Dave Jarrell & Michael Dustman
Speaker - Author Brian Trapp

11:00 AM–12:00 PM | Buffet & Sibling Stories
12:00 PM–2:00 PM | Event & Awards
*The first 50 registrants will receive free zoo tickets

Event Sponsored by Upreach LLC

10/01/2026

Dianna and Renee had a blast at the Synergy Conference representing Ohio SIBS!!

09/24/2026

Zoo tickets are almost gone!
Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/vutqrkm

Wild About SIBS - Daytime Gala
Ohio SIBS invites you to an unforgettable event at the Columbus Zoo. Enjoy an exclusive animal encounter, hear inspiring stories from siblings and individuals with disabilities, and celebrate the strength of sibling relationships. Together, we’ll honor advocates and support programs that provide connection, education, and lifelong support for siblings and families across Ohio.

Hosted by - Dave Jarrell & Michael Dustman
Speaker - Author Brian Trapp
Raffles too

11:00 AM–12:00 PM | Buffet & Sibling Stories
12:00 PM–2:00 PM | Event & Awards
*The first 50 registrants will receive free zoo tickets

Come and celebrate the importance of siblings of people with disabilities with us!

Celebrate the Importance of Siblings
Hear Sibling Stories
Discover the Impact of Ohio SIBS
Connect with Other Siblings & Supporters
Meet Zoo Animals
Enjoy a Delicious Buffet
Listen to Brian Trapp — Author & Disability Advocate
Celebrate with our Sibling Awards
Win Raffle Prizes
Learn Why Sibling Support Matters
Support Ohio SIBS & Our Mission


Wild About SIBS - Daytime Gala
Ohio SIBS invites you to an unforgettable event at the Columbus Zoo. Enjoy an exclusive animal encounter, hear inspiring stories from siblings and individuals with disabilities, and celebrate the strength of sibling relationships. Together, we’ll honor advocates and support programs that provide connection, education, and lifelong support for siblings and families across Ohio.

Hosted by - Dave Jarrell & Michael Dustman
Speaker - Author Brian Trapp

11:00 AM–12:00 PM | Buffet & Sibling Stories
12:00 PM–2:00 PM | Event & Awards
*The first 50 registrants will receive free zoo tickets

Event Sponsored by Upreach LLC

09/20/2026

Gary Tonks, President/CEO of The Arc of Ohio shared a panel stage today, at the invitation of the Hamilton County Board of DD The panel provided comments after the documentary, “Lest We Forget”.

09/20/2026

The Future is Now is a multi-part series designed to help older caregivers and their family members with a disability make plans for the future.