The headquarters of the institute is located in downtown Chattanooga with a library, community education sessions, professional development seminars and family support programs.
During the next 30 years, the brothers championed numerous community projects focused on services for adults and children with disabilities.
A highlight was the1959 opening of an outpatient rehabilitation center that included a preschool for young children with physical and developmental disabilities.
Past performers include Sugarland, LeAnn Rimes, Hootie and the Blowfish, and Colbie Caillat.
Other fundraising events of the Institute include an annual fashion show known as Styleworks and the Think Different Business Breakfast.