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Countries Distributed
Wheelchairs Worldwide
In many of the developing countries that we serve, having a wheelchair means being able to participate in society in ways that otherwise may not be possible.![]()
Instead of being confined to their homes, many of our wheelchair recipients can attend community events or church services, visit friends and family, and attend school or earn a living.![]()
A wheelchair provides so much more than a safe place to sit or a way to move around. It renews independence and hope, creating new opportunities for people to re-enter their communities.
Volunteering is the easiest (and often the most rewarding) way for your company to engage with our mission!![]()
With a wide variety of ways to serve, we're sure anyone can find a volunteer opportunity that suits their unique skillset. ![]()
If you have young professionals who are passionate about social responsibility, encourage them to join our Associate Board. Do you know a team of people who loves to plan events? Tell them about our various planning committees.![]()
Either way, join us in making a transformative difference in the lives of people living with disabilities in developing countries.![]()
Our volunteers are known to provide insights, energy, and connections that help expand our reach—while also developing leadership skills and networks for themselves. It’s a win-win that elevates both your team’s engagement and your company’s commitment to social impact.![]()
Learn more about volunteer opportunities at FreeWheelchairMission.org/Company-Engagement/![]()
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Inspire and educate your team by hosting a custom Mobility Outreach event at your company. ![]()
These gatherings help employees understand the daily challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in developing countries and highlight the transformative power of a wheelchair. ![]()
Through interactive VR experiences, inspiring video testimonials, and informative presentations, participants will walk away with new perspectives—developing a more compassionate workplace culture.![]()
Find out how to host your own customized Mobility Outreach event at FreeWheelchairMission.org/Company-Engagement![]()
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Catch a glimpse into the kinds of paths our recipients travel. ![]()
In the developing countries we serve, their trips can span anywhere from a few meters to several miles if they need to visit a medical facility.![]()
Before receiving a wheelchair, some had to crawl these distances, or be carried by friends or family. Others were left confined to their homes, unable to get outside for fresh air and sunlight.![]()
Join us in 2025 as we provide the life-transforming gift of mobility to people who are waiting for it.![]()
Learn more by visiting FreeWheelchairMission.org
Raiza lives in the heart of the Dominican Republic, where her life was shaped by an unexpected challenge at just seven months old. ![]()
Stricken with polio, Raiza was left unable to walk, her world forever altered.![]()
However, she refused to let circumstances dampen her spirits, completing high school with the support of her loving family.![]()
Thanks to the generosity of our dedicated supporters, Raiza received a new GEN_3 wheelchair to assist her daily needs.![]()
Raiza's entrepreneurial spirit couldn't be confined by her physical challenges. From her home, she runs a small shop selling everything from homemade breakfasts to crafts. ![]()
When sharing her story with us, Raiza said, "Disabilities are not what limit us; we set our own limits by how we choose to see the world." ![]()
Her story and outlook on life is an inspiration to us as we continue the work we do.![]()
Read more stories, just like Raiza's, by visiting https://www.freewheelchairmission.org/stories/