Scholarship Recipients
Donations in Action
News and information highlighting scholarship recipients and how the Will2Walk program is supporting them to lead a healthy, active and independent lifestyle.
Highlighted Recipients
Amanda Perla
AWARDED $2,200
Amanda was awarded a scholarship for a new ActiveAid Evolution Series Rehab Shower Chair. Her severe spasms made it a necessity to have a safe chair to bathe. During her senior year in High School, Amanda was injured in a car accident.
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Joe Jackson
AWARDED $3,500
Joseph Jackson of Phoenix, Arizona was awarded a scholarship for a new, competitive rugby chair. Joseph plays rugby with the Phoenix Heat. At age 16, Joseph suffered a football injury that left him an incomplete c6 quadriplegic.
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Erick Hernandez
Awarded $5,000
Erick was awarded a scholarship to complete a month-long, intense rehabilitation exercise program at SCI-FIT (SCI Functional Integrated Therapy). Erick was injured in a diving accident in 2010 that resulted in C4-C5 incomplete fracture and paralysis.
Read Erick's Full Story
Will2Walk Foundation is feeling joyful.
1 week ago
"Thank you, Will2Walk Foundation, for the help I received for my new elevated wheelchair! It has already changed my life in so many ways by allowing me to reach cabinets, cook & see in the pots and be eye level when having conversations. Most importantly, it's giving me the independence I need to return to work as a bank teller."
Scholarship Recipient Karsten Fields of Louisiana | Awarded $2,500 | Jazzy Air 2 Wheelchair
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I ❤️ this! #WTGW2W!
Will2Walk Foundation was celebrating another year.
4 weeks ago
Happy New Year, Will2Walk supporters! Thanks to you, 2019 was a record year in which we awarded over $50K in scholarships! Our 2020 plans include new programs and more events to make an even greater impact on the SCI community. Stay tuned!
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4 weeks ago
"The Will2Walk Scholarship helped me continue my studies by getting rid of the financial burden. It kindled my will to pursue my goal of achieving a Bachelors of information technology. Thank you so much!"
Scholarship Recipient Filsan Awale of Arizona | Awarded $2,000 | Education
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2 months ago
Wonderful example of how one W2W scholarship can impact so many. Recipient Daniel Gomez is enabling others to have an amazing beach experience by sharing his innovative beach wheelchair.
Scholarship Recipient Daniel Gomez of Mexico | Awarded $2,500 | Mobi-Chair Floating Beach Wheelchair
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Will2Walk Foundation is feeling awesome.
3 months ago
"Thank you everyone for your hard work. We truly appreciate it!"
Scholarship Recipient Deja Lonesome of North Carolina | Awarded $3,000 | Adaptive Vehicle
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Will2Walk Foundation is feeling cool at Whispering Hope Ranch Foundation.
5 months ago
A proud sponsor of Camp With a Ramp 2019, Will2Walk was ecstatic to provide partial scholarships for 22 individuals with spinal cord injuries to enjoy the cool pines, adaptive activities and camaraderie. Check out the participant quotes and pics below!
"The was by far the best year yet!"
"Thank you for allowing me to experience freedom of movement outdoors."
"The was the first time I’ve been out with people in wheelchairs and felt comfortable."
"First time I’ve tried new activities like biking and hiking."
"It's been 3 years dealing with wheelchair life and finally finally got to feed my need for physical activity!"
"Everyone was so inclusive."
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This is so super fantastic Rich!
How great this is! To experience new things and share with new friends!! Win win!!
Nice Photos
Will2Walk Foundation is feeling proud.
5 months ago
Congratulations to Scholarship Recipient Michael Walthall on his academic accomplishment! A note from Michael:
"Last Sunday, I was able to stand at my college graduation from DeVry University to receive a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration. Without the Will2Walk Foundation, it would've been impossible for me to have this standing frame wheelchair. Thank you!"
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8 months ago
"Will2Walk impacted my life in a major way because they helped me get back on my feet, literally. I am absolutely in love with my brand new standing frame wheelchair and use it for day-to-day activities such as therapy, exercise and fitness, cleaning, cooking, standing, and hard-to-reach places. I'm now able to look someone in the face for a normal conversation. I can really see improvement in quality of living, and I owe it all to the Will2Walk Foundation!"
Scholarship Recipient Michael Walthall of Illinois | Awarded $3,300 | Standing Wheelchair
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8 months ago
"Thank you for the generous grant that allowed me to obtain a shower chair - it works beautifully! After being injured in a surfing accident in August 2017, getting this shower chair was the first time I was able to sit in the shower since I was hospitalized. The shower chair is wonderful and I cannot express to you how grateful I am!"
Scholarship Recipient Martin Horn of Oklahoma | Awarded $3,000 | Numotion Shower Chair
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9 months ago
"Thanks to the scholarship, I was able to get a SmartDrive. This really saves the shoulders on long strolls with my fiancé & dog and helps me keep up with them. Thank you Will2Walk!"
Scholarship Recipient Joe Jackson of Arizona | Awarded $1,200 | SmartDrive wheelchair power assist
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Nice for sure!! Congratulations!!
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10 months ago
"After living for some time confined to a power chair, I missed the freedom of going anywhere with friends. After multiple attempts to get a manual chair, a friend told me about Will2Walk where I applied and was awarded a scholarship. I love the convenience of being able to get in any car - it gives me so much more freedom. Thanks so much, Will2Walk - you’ve changed my life for the better."
Scholarship Recipient Sidney Voss of Wisconsin | Awarded $2,800 | Manual Wheelchair
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Well done!
That’s awesome! Love this organization they help so many!
Heart Warming ❤️
What a great story. Thanks Richard for starting Will2Walk so it can help so many people become more mobile and motivated. 💜💚