Impact Stories

The Numotion Foundation recently continued its support of Dare2Tri, a Chicago-based 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose mission is to enhance the lives of individuals living with physical disabilities and visual impairments by building confidence, community, health, and wellness through swimming, biking, and running. Keri Serota, Executive Director of Dare2Tri, provided the following impact story: At Dare2tri, our mission is to empower athletes of all abilities—from beginners to elite competitors—in their journey toward physical activity, goal-setting, and meaningful community engagement. Our programs change lives by fostering self-esteem, confidence, and overall well-being. We…

The Numotion Foundation was proud to support Peace, Love, and ACCESSibility’s Community Awareness Day event, held in July. The organization, headquartered in Connecticut, was founded on principles of compassion, education and advocacy. Peace, Love, and ACCESSibility is dedicated to fostering inclusivity, promoting accessibility, and empowering individuals with physical disabilities. Executive Director of Peace, Love, and ACCESSibility, Alex Bode provided the following impact story: On July 13th, 2024, we hosted our first annual Community Access Awareness Day, a remarkable success dedicated to raising awareness about accessibility for people living with mobility…

In June, the Numotion Foundation continued its support of Gaylord Specialty Healthcare’s “Gaylord Gauntlet,” a 5k obstacle race to benefit adaptive athletes and the Gaylord Sports Association. Following the event, Gaylord Specialty Healthcare’s Assistant Director of Events & Donor Relations, Katelyn Muolo provided the following impact story. A rare COVID-induced condition called Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) left Lenny Lamarre paralyzed and fully dependent on a ventilator to breathe. “There were days where I thought I was going to be in that bed for the rest of my life,” said the Massachusetts…

The Numotion Foundation was proud to continue its support of Children’s Hospital of Colorado and their Adaptive Recreation for Childhood Health (ARCH) program. The ARCH program was established to help kids living with physical disabilities find confidence and freedom through sports and outdoor recreation. Andrea Colucci, CRTS, Operations Manager of ARCH provided the following impact story: In July 2024, the Numotion Foundation provided sponsorship to support the Children’s Hospital Colorado Courage Classic Bicycle Tour, and the Adaptive Recreation for Childhood Health (ARCH) program.  The ARCH program is a part of the Rehabilitation…

The Numotion Foundation was proud to continue its support of Disability EmpowHer Network, an organization “run for and by girls and women with disabilities that connects, motivates, and guides disabled girls and women to grow, learn, and develop to their highest potential and have the confidence to lead.” Sophie Poost, Director of Programs and Stephanie Woodward, Executive Director of Disability EmpowHER Network provided the following impact story: Disability EmpowHer Network envisions a world where girls and women with disabilities recognize their value and believe in their ability to be leaders.…

The Numotion Foundation was proud to have recently continued their support of Determined2Heal, a Virginia-based nonprofit whose mission is “to simplify the difficult transition into life with paralysis for injured persons and their support team, to inspire and empower the paralysis community through valuable information and rehabilitative outings, and to support paralysis related research, technologies, projects, and organizations.” Founder of Determined2Heal, attorney, and leader in the disability community, Josh Basile provided the following impact story: Every summer Determined2Heal Foundation, Inc. and SPINALpedia organize an Adventurous Weekend at Virginia Beach for…

The Numotion Foundation was recently proud to support Camp Patrick via a grant to the Patsy Reeve Foundation. Camp Patrick is a volunteer-run organization “where kids can strengthen their independence, try new things, and make lifelong friends with children that are similar.” Katie Reeve, Director of Campers and Co-Founder of Camp Patrick provided the following impact story: Camp Patrick takes place in Northern Arizona at an all-accessible facility called Whispering Hope Ranch. This year, we proudly hosted 76 children and young adults living with Spina Bifida, supported by 130 dedicated…

The Numotion Foundation was pleased to support the United States Power Soccer Association, a national organization whose mission and hope is “that all persons who use power wheelchairs will have their opportunity to play and experience power soccer.” Funds provided were utilized to host a power soccer clinic in Cary, NC. Event co-organizer, Josh Hewitt shared the following impact story: On July 27th, history was made in Cary, North Carolina, as the United States Power Soccer Association (USPSA) and Mr. Riley Johnson—USPSA’s 2023 Power Soccer Player of the Year—hosted North…

The Numotion Foundation was proud to have served as an event sponsor of Youth LEAD NC and their annual North Carolina Youth Leadership Forum (NCYLF), held July 20th through 24th at North Carolina State University. NCYLF, a statewide, cross-disability, overnight event, is a unique opportunity for youth and young adults with disabilities, ages 15-30, to experience independence firsthand. Participants are provided exposure to a college campus by sharing a dorm room, eating at a dining hall, and advocating for themselves. Over 5 days, NCYLF engaged the 47 participants in both…

The Numotion Foundation recently provided its first ever contribution to the Friends Foundation of the Carolinas, a nonprofit based in North Carolina serving the greater Charlotte area. Sydney Dewey, Media Relations Manager for the Friends Foundation of the Carolinas provided the following impact statement: “The Friends Foundation (formerly known as The Ronnie Sherrill Project) was established in 2022 with the mission of creating and maintaining a community support system to help enhance the life experience of those living with neuromuscular disease. Serving 13 counties within the Greater Charlotte area, the…