Providing priority support for women veterans
An underserved person with a hidden disability may be sitting beside you.
Call or text us 24/7 at 888-562-7753 or attend our monthly meeting with employers, educators, counselors, and Special Guests who take action to help you succeed.
How we help
Welcome to White Apple Institute
Mentoring, community and online programs for underserved adults with visible and non-visible disabilities — veterans and civilians.
Our Story
At White Apple Institute, we started with a simple idea: to bring together Service Providers (educators, counselors, social workers, etc.) — Community Business Partners — to restore hope in underserved adults with visible and/or non-visible disabilities who are striving to succeed in the workforce and/or higher education. Become a Member
Expert Mentors
Our team of expert mentors are passionate about helping underserved workers and higher education students. They have years of experience in their fields and are dedicated to helping adults achieve their workforce and academic goals. Mentors are based in vocational rehabilitation and independent living philosophies to ensure differently-abled adults succeed. Complete the Contact Form
Online Programs via Podcasts
We understand that many of our clientele prefer the flexibility and convenience of communicating online, so we offer a connection to resources, education on self-advocacy, and mentoring support through our monthly podcasts featured on the ASK DR. APPLEwhite Program on YouTube. We encourage interaction with our mentors and special guests. Watch on YouTube
Meet our founder & president
Dr. Danita "Apple" Applewhite
Check out this informative video to understand why we serve underserved adults with Visible and Non-Visible Disabilities, both veterans and civilians, who are striving to help themselves succeed in the classroom, workforce and life as productive citizens. Let's work together to prevent hopelessness and homelessness. DONATE NOW to show your support. Thank you.
- Army veteran and disability advocate
- PhD in Psychology; retired psychology professor
- 40+ years in vocational rehabilitation and independent living
- Host of the ASK DR. APPLEwhite Program
A veteran-disabled and women operated public charity · FED# 45-560-2313 · GuideStar Bronze Level
Voices from the network
What members say
Joining the DAN gave me a place where I didn't have to explain or defend my disability — just show up and be supported. It reminded me I still have goals worth working toward.
I came to White Apple Institute feeling like no one understood what I was going through as a veteran with a hidden disability. Here, I found mentors who actually listened — and Community Business Partners who saw what I could do, not just what I couldn't.
The monthly meetings gave me the push I needed to go back to school. I finally feel like I'm not doing this alone.
Everyone belongs
A network built for every ability
Students, veterans, job seekers, parents and professionals: the Differently-Abled Network meets you where you are, and membership is always free.
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Make an Impact
By donating, fundraising, or spreading the word, you can help us reach more people who need support.
Our partners
Our Sponsors and Partners
Serving veterans of every branch alongside these community partners.
Every branch, every era
Proudly serving veterans of all branches
Whether you served in the Army, Navy, Air Force or Coast Guard, there's a place for you in the Differently-Abled Network.
Army
Navy
Air Force
Coast Guard
A Veteran-Disabled and Women Operated Public Charity · FED# 45-560-2313
- Guide Star Bronze Level
- AZ Community Foundation
- AZ Coalition for Housing / STANDDOWN