Free Wheelchair Mission

Ecuador, a country in South America, is bordered by Colombia, Peru, and the Pacific Ocean. Its terrain includes the Amazon rainforest, the Andean highlands, and coastal plains. Ecuador's dependence on agricultural exports makes the economy vulnerable to global market fluctuations and environmental challenges such as storms and other natural disasters that affect crops. Approximately half a million Ecuadorans live with disabilities. In remote, rural regions, limited infrastructure presents significant challenges to accessing education, employment, and healthcare. This November marks the 19th anniversary of our partnership with Junta de Beneficencia de Guayaquil (JBG), which has been supporting Ecuadorians since 1888 and provides nearly four million medical services annually, including wheelchair provision. “Wheelchairs have contributed to the expansion of our disability program,” relayed Diana Alfonso of JBG, “reaching the most vulnerable populations and those in situations of extreme poverty.” If you like in-depth highlights of the countries we serve, read our quarterly newsletters! Read the latest edition and more at https://lnkd.in/gzb9wX9Z

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Give the gift of mobility in the form of a beautiful bracelet! This 14K gold-filled and 4mm sterling silver bracelet makes a beautiful and meaningful gift for you or a loved one! But this isn't just a bracelet. It's a Dignity Bracelet. Each of these bracelets provides someone with renewed hope, dignity, and independence through the gift of a brand-new wheelchair. Get yours today with a donation of $96 or more at DignityBracelet.org! Special thanks to our friends Bracelets for Change for partnering with us to create this stunning piece. #GiftofMobility #DignityBracelet #GiftsThatGiveBack

Meet Carlos, a 67-year-old in the Dominican Republic who’s been living with diabetes for over a decade. His condition led to the amputation of his left leg, and he relies on frequent treatments to prevent further complications. Despite the challenges, Carlos and his wife, María, continue to face each day with resilience. Carlos recently received his first wheelchair, which has transformed his daily life. With this new mobility, he can now move more freely around his home, go outside for sunshine and fresh air, and connect with others in his community. His wife, María, no longer struggles to help him get around, and together they’re embracing a renewed sense of freedom. This World Diabetes Day, let’s remember people like Carlos and all who are affected by diabetes around the world. ?? #WorldDiabetesDay #DiabetesAwareness #GiftofMobility

Through the kindness and generosity of our supporters, partners, volunteers, and people just like you, we've provided more than 1.4 million wheelchairs to individuals with disabilities across 95 developing countries. For many, this is more than just a wheelchair; it’s a gateway to new possibilities, like connecting with community, accessing vital healthcare, or simply enjoying the sunshine outside. Every act of kindness has the potential to break down barriers and lift others up. Happy World Kindness Day! #WorldKindnessDay #KindnessInAction #GiftofMobility

Meet Esther, a 17-year-old student from Kenya, who faces mobility challenges with unmatched resilience. Born with spina bifida, Esther underwent successful surgery early in life, but struggled with mobility and self-care, often unable to visit friends or relatives. Thanks to continuous family support and training, she mastered essential skills to manage her condition, boosting her confidence and independence. Esther's determination never waned. She dreamed of a future in fashion design and enjoyed music and dance. Our distribution partner, Bethany Kids, fitted Esther with a new GEN_3 wheelchair, perfect for assisting her active school life and rough terrains between home and school. Thanks to your support, we can continue to empower brilliant young minds like Esther to chase their dreams with renewed hope. Transform lives just like Esther's this holiday season by giving special gifts from our store. Visit https://lnkd.in/g_uUVxyH to learn more! #SeasonofGiving #SeasonofGiving2024 #GiftofMobility #HolidayGiftIdeas

Happy Veteran's Day! Today, we honor and celebrate the men and women who have selflessly served our country, including Ray Anderson (right), a veteran who returned to Vietnam to distribute wheelchairs in 2019. Thank you, veterans, for your bravery, service, and sacrifice! #VeteransDay #VeteransDay2024 #HappyVeteransDay

There are an estimated 80 million people, globally, who need wheelchairs, but the majority of them don't have access to one. This holiday season, our team is hard at work to ship wheelchairs to developing countries around the world! You can help us spread joy and transformation through the gift of a wheelchair to people who need them during the holidays. Learn how and donate at https://lnkd.in/g_uUVxyH #SeasonofGiving #GiftofMobility #HolidayGifts

Inside these boxes are new wheelchairs, ready to be shipped, assembled, and distributed to people and families who need them! We believe in a world where everyone who needs a wheelchair has one. Follow along and help us make that dream happen! Give the gift of mobility this holiday season through a variety of ways. Visit https://lnkd.in/gPcCRa-a to learn more. #SeasonofGiving #GiftofMobility

It's never too soon to start finding your gifts for this holiday season! We have the perfect thing for anyone on your list: our Christmas and Holiday Cards! Not only do you get a one-of-a-kind card to give to someone you love, but your gift also provides a brand-new wheelchair to someone who has been waiting for one! Plus, each card features a unique code that the card recipient can use to choose which region to send a wheelchair to. Shop card designs today at https://lnkd.in/gPcCRa-a #GiftofMobility #SeasonofGiving #alternativegifts #giftideas