
Big Wave was founded by four local residents and parents of adults with special needs.
The Big Wave Project is a local, parent driven nonprofit organization founded in 2000 that helps adults with special needs maximize their full potential by providing services in an environment where they can thrive.
Founders Steve and Jamie Barber and Jeff and Valerie Peck each have a family member with special needs. They are committed to accomplishing two important goals: first, to provide a place for adults with special needs to reach their full potential, and second, to support Coastside businesses by creating local jobs and resources so that Big Wave can be completely self-sustaining.



Our Mission
By contracting with the best innovative organizations that provide programs and tools to teach critical life skills, Big Wave helps adults with special needs learn job skills, discover their self-worth and achieve an independent
lifestyle so they can create a future for themselves
while contributing to our community.
Mission Statement
The Big Wave Project is dedicated to creating an inclusive and interactive community of people and businesses to provide a purposeful and independent life for individuals with developmental disabilities through affordable housing, meaningful employment, and a supportive community.