Our Mission

We create fun and meaningful experiences that inspire inclusion and build trust.

How it started

The idea for HomeField began in early 2020 when Gage DeDominicis and Daniel Caridi were running volunteer fitness classes for individuals with special needs at a gym in Darien, CT. When Covid hit, and there was no way to run in-person programs, they had no choice but to run classes online. The need for virtual recreational and habilitative services quickly became apparent as the classes grew in size and popularity. Thus, HomeField was born. The goal now is to reach as many people as possible and make health and wellness accessible to everyone, no matter their ability or situation.

Advisors

Tony Wyllie

Tony Wyllie is the former regional president and managing director for Special Olympics North America. He has previously worked as senior vice president of communications for the Washington Redskins of the National Football League, as well as an executive for the St. Louis Rams, Tennessee Titans, and Houston Texans.

Mike Tyson

Mike Tyson is an American former professional boxer who competed from 1985 to 2005. Tyson is considered to be one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time. One of his primary missions is to support people with special needs and disabilities.

J.T. Thomas III

J.T. Thomas III is a former American football linebacker. He was drafted by the Chicago Bears in the sixth round of the 2011 NFL Draft. He also played for Jacksonville Jaguars and the New York Giants. Thomas has a brother, Jared, who has autism.

Garrison Redd

Garrison Redd is a paralympic athlete. He was a Team USA Paralympic powerlifter. Redd was paralyzed in 2005 after being struck by a stray bullet outside his home in Brownsville. He is also an author, a TEDx speaker, founder of the Garrison Redd Project, model, and actor.