Our History
MORE is a private non-profit, 501(c)(3)
that has been making dreams come true
for the people we serve for over 50 years.
MORE Timeline
1969
501(c)(3) status approved
1973
Services begin with $5K, 8 clients, 3 staff, Executive Director, Secretary, & Treasurer
1977
Services expand to 30 clients as well as Work Evaluation and Work Experience. First CARF accreditation for one year secured.
1978
Pathways facility complete to house 6 males and 6 females. Day Programs grow to 15 staff and 60+ clients.
1980
Cold Springs Road facility opens. Prevocational and Vocational Services aligning with the Department of Rehabilitation. Grant funds begin Pathways residential program and a State Housing loan supports plans for customized residential facilities for IDD adults.
1982
Pathways facility complete to house 6 males and 6 females. Day Programs grow to 15 staff and 60+ clients.
1983
Susie Davies hired as Director of Program Services
1986
Alta and Department of Rehabilitation vendors Supported Employment Program
1988
Purchase of Bowling Alley located at 399 Placerville Drive. Receives County Chamber of Commerce “Outstanding Achievement Community Service Award.
1996
Adopts Vision and Mission statements. Computers arrive.
2000
Susie Davies hired as Executive Director. First Annual “MORE Special Art Show.” Building loan paid off.
2006
Implementation of GiftWorks donor software to support growing fund development.
2007
Alta approves Co-Op program making MORE second organization in California to offer services to adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Formal Information Destruction (shredding) community service starts. MORE earns regional A+ Employer rating.
2008
First Direct Support Associates hired. Classics, Creative Arts, Life Skills, and Job Skills merge to form CAP program. MORE hosts community-wide training, “Understanding Developmental Disabilities” sponsored by Marshall Foundation for Community Health grant.
2009
Independent Living Skills services begin.
2016
El Dorado Leadership Class 9 launches Stand Up for MORE Comedy Night fundraiser.
2018
USDA approves $4.5 million loan to renovate 399 Placerville Drive facility.
2019
Services move to 415 Placerville Drive while renovation underway
2020
Renovation complete creating a state-of-the-art facility expanding client, family, and staff resources, opportunities, and dreams.
2021
Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting of renovated facility. Capital Campaign raises $1.5 million from community and grants.
2025
After 42 years of dedication and inspiration Susie Davies retires and Kelli Nuttall assumes CEO.
