Individuals with disabilities flourish when seen as people first.
CAN Talks is an annual Greenville event featuring local speakers with disabilities who share their stories, experiences, and perspectives. Inspired by TED Talks, the event broadens perspectives, promotes inclusion, and celebrates the voices and contributions of individuals with disabilities throughout our community. Proceeds support the Barbara Stone Foundation.
October 20, 2026
- 6:40 to 8:40 PM
- Doors open at 5:30
- Centre Stage, 501 River Street, Greenville, SC
- Tickets: $30 in person · $10 virtual
- Special Guest: Riley Fincher-Foster
Meet the 2026 Speakers
Riley Fincher-Foster joins CAN Talks 2026 as a special celebrity guest, with a live performance.
Become a Sponsor
Your sponsorship helps make CAN Talks possible while advancing inclusion and empowering individuals with disabilities throughout the Upstate.
Executive Title: $4,000
Includes 10 tickets
After-Party: $3,000
Includes 9 tickets
Premier: $2,500
Includes 8 tickets
Gold: $1,000
Includes 6 tickets
Silver: $500
Includes 4 tickets
Bronze: $250
Includes 2 tickets
Every sponsorship includes recognition on event marketing materials, event signage, the BSF website, and newsletters and social media, plus an invitation to meet featured speakers and a commemorative sponsor gift. Reserve your sponsorship or request an invoice. Questions? Contact Lara Ceisel at Lara@barbarastonefoundation.org.
Join us on October 20!
On October 20, six speakers will take the stage to share what they’ve learned about living and working in this community. Come find a seat, and bring someone who has never been. If you can’t be there in person, a virtual ticket brings the night to you.
However you show up, you help make CAN Talks possible.
Get your tickets today, and we’ll see you on the 20th.
