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President Trump, I heard what you said about the plane crash in Washington DC when you suggested that the hiring of people with intellectual developmental disabilities contributed to the tragedy. As the father of a young man with Down syndrome and an employer of people with differing abilities, I feel compelled to respond—not in anger, but to open a dialogue.

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John’s Crazy Socks is excited to announce the 2025 Autism Can Do Scholarship, celebrating creativity and the talents of individuals on the autism spectrum. U.S. residents with autism can apply by March 15, 2025, by submitting an application, a personal statement, and a sock design. Co-sponsored by the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism and Rangam, this scholarship highlights the potential of neurodiverse talent. Winners will be announced in April 2025.

Visit John’s Crazy Socks to learn more and apply today!

Join John’s Crazy Socks and be part of a mission to spread happiness, empower individuals with differing abilities, and make a difference! We're hiring a Digital Media Lead and an Educator to help us grow, inspire, and create meaningful connections. Ready to change the world with us? Apply now!

Join John’s Crazy Socks for a joyful and inspiring experience celebrating inclusion, entrepreneurship, and the power of dreams. Led by co-founder John Cronin, who has Down syndrome, the tours showcase the heart of the business—from picking and packing socks to meaningful discussions about overcoming barriers. Visitors enjoy an engaging warehouse tour, an award-winning documentary, interactive Q&A sessions, and fun photo opportunities. Open to schools, advocacy groups, entrepreneurs, and anyone eager to be inspired, tours are available in person or virtually and are free to book. Email tours@johnscrazysocks.com to schedule your visit!

The U.S. Department of Labor wants to eliminate the subminimum wage for workers with disabilities, but they need your support. Submit your comment by January 17, 2025, to help create a fairer, more inclusive society.

John and Mark Cronin of John’s Crazy Socks share why this change matters and how you can make a difference.

John Cronin and the Huntington Blue Devils are transforming Long Island’s chilly beaches into their training ground for the Special Olympics snowshoe competition. With teamwork, resilience, and unwavering dedication, they prepare for the regional and state games.


Hiring people with differing abilities is not just the right thing to do—it’s smart business. At John’s Crazy Socks, more than half of our team has a differing ability, and this inclusive approach has proven to boost morale, increase productivity, improve employee retention, enhance recruitment, and align with consumer values. By focusing on what people can do, we’ve built a thriving business that ships with precision, fosters loyalty, and attracts passionate team members and customers alike. Let us show you how inclusion creates opportunities, drives success, and spreads happiness. 

John's Crazy Socks hosted New York Assemblyman Keith Brown to discuss supporting entrepreneurship for people with differing abilities. Key proposals included disability-owned business certification and more support for disability-owned businesses. With 34 employees, including 22 with differing abilities, we’re committed to creating jobs and spreading happiness. Shop at John’s Crazy Socks to support our mission!

John’s Crazy Socks was recently featured in Design Rush, highlighting the company’s incredible growth, mission to spread happiness, and commitment to inclusivity. The article explores how the business creates exceptional customer experiences, supports people with differing abilities, and blends purpose with sustainable success.

 

Discover how John’s Crazy Socks, a father-son social enterprise featured in Reimagining the Workplace, spreads happiness through inclusive employment, advocacy, and 4,000+ custom sock designs.
Step into holiday cheer with our top six Christmas socks! From cozy gingerbread designs to festive Christmas lights, find the perfect socks to keep you warm, happy, and stylish this holiday season.
We celebrated eight years of spreading happiness with John’s Crazy Socks with our Anniversary Party and Warehouse Sale. We had hundreds of visitors share in the fun with John, our Sock Wranglers, Santa, Music, Food Trucks, and of course Socks, Socks, and More Socks. 

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