Events / News

Events / News

FARF/RESPECT of FLORIDA HONORS!

We are thrilled to congratulate the following for recognition received: Darian Roman, a member of the MTC community since 2018, received the 2024 RESPECT of Florida Micro-Enterprise Grant for his start up t-shirt company, Roman Empire. Darian plans to use the grant to further grow his business by enrolling in MTC’s Small Business Entrepreneurship Certification Program. Laura […]

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A GALAXY OF EXPRESSIONS ART RECEPTION

Don’t miss the next Art Show at MTC! Upcoming Event:  Out of This World: A Galaxy of Expressions — art show exhibition of original artworks created by emerging artists with disabilities participating in the MTC Fine Arts Studios. Opening Night Reception: Thursday, September 25, 2025 Each piece is a unique expression of our artists’ stories, imagination, […]

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EMERGE CAREER EDUCATION REACHES MILESTONE!

MTC elevated educational and vocational opportunities to people with disabilities in a powerful paradigm shift, led by MTC’s visionary CEO, with the support of its Board of Directors. The pilot program grew with financial support from The Able Trust, Hillsborough County, City of Tampa and Bank of America. The innovative program centers on globally-recognized, industry-certified vocational […]

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Thousands of people with all disabilities are working and living independently because people like you care. Your gifts bridge the gap between government assistance for people with disabilities and what is truly needed to make them independent and happy.

Your gift today will change lives tomorrow.

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Together, we can turn possibility into reality.

MacDonald Training Center is committed to providing integrated employment, internships and workforce advancement opportunities for people with disabilities, while providing affordable and professional services for our business customers.

Live, Learn, Connect!
MTC offers comprehensive Day Services, individualized Employment Services, enriching Youth Camp Experiences, supportive Residential Services that promote independence and community living. MTC’s eMerge Career Collaborative provides innovative Post-Secondary Education.

Shop greeting cards created by MTC Fine Artists—available online and at our Tampa location. You can also purchase repurposed parade beads, sorted, and packaged by volunteers. In partnership with the City of Tampa, these reclaimed beads are kept out of Tampa Bay and sold back to parade crews for local celebrations.

MacDonald Training Center (MTC) transforms the lives of people with all disabilities through innovations in vocational training, employment services, residential supports and life enrichment opportunities. MTC’s programs are customized to meet the needs and learning styles of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, Autism Spectrum disorder, and those who are Deaf and hard of hearing.