About Feed the Need Sensory Zone
Founded in 2021, Feed the Need Sensory Zone creates sensory-friendly accommodations through intentional inclusion. We build welcoming environments and inclusive opportunities where neurodivergent individuals, families, and communities can connect, engage, and thrive.
Founded by Tiana Haygood, Feed the Need is informed by lived experience and community leadership. What began with one family’s need has grown into a commitment to making participation more accessible through mobile sensory environments, community programs, training, event support, and collaboration with organizations.
Our mission is simple: create practical accommodations that help more people feel welcomed, supported, and able to participate. Inclusion is the standard.
Why Feed the Need Exists
Every individual deserves opportunities to participate fully in their community.
Yet many families still encounter barriers that limit access to sensory-friendly experiences, educational opportunities, social engagement, and community participation.
Feed the Need Sensory Zone exists to help bridge that gap by creating environments where neurodivergent individuals can feel safe, supported, and valued.
Through innovative programs, community partnerships, sensory experiences, educational initiatives, and family support opportunities, we are helping create communities where everyone belongs.
The Foundation of Everything We Do
Connect
We create welcoming environments where families build relationships and find community.
Engage
We provide meaningful opportunities for learning, participation, creativity, and personal growth.
Empower
We equip individuals, families, educators, and organizations with resources that support long-term inclusion.
Sponsors & Supporters
We are grateful for the businesses, organizations, and community supporters whose generosity helps make our programs and initiatives possible.
