List of Disability Foundations and Non-profit Organizations Document List

List of Foundations - Nonprofits Publications:

• Initiative by Afford Promises All Australians Access to Disability Supports in Response to COVID-19

  Australian Foundation for Disability (AFFORD) has launched a new initiative called Afford Care, to combat gaps in disability supports caused by COVID-19 disruptions.

• Free Wheelchair Mission 1 Million for 1 Million Campaign

  The humanitarian, faith-based organization provides durable and adaptable wheelchairs at no cost to people with little to no mobility in developing nations.

• One Million Wheelchairs Donated to People in Developing Nations

  Free Wheelchair Mission, an Orange County nonprofit, celebrates one million lives transformed through the gift of mobility at Miracle of Mobility gala on July 13.

• Michael J. Fox Leads Parkinson's Disease Advocates On Capitol Hill

  Michael J. Fox leads more than 200 parkinsons disease advocates on Capitol Hill in support of federal research funding and access to care.

• Elton Thomas of St. Louis: Outspoken Advocate for People who are Blind

  Article about Elton Thomas of Lighthouse for the Blind-Saint Louis, who promotes opportunities for people who are blind to find employment.

• AID.org - Fighting Against Disability Discrimination

  Advocates for Individuals with Disabilities (AID.org) outlines new business model in hopes to make permanent changes in ADA compliance.

• Lighthouse for the Blind-St. Louis Is Acting Like a For-Profit Company - Even Though It Is Non-Profit

  Lighthouse for the Blind-Saint Louis is a not-for-profit entity functioning like a for-profit company to advance meaningful social services mission.

• MercyCorps Organization Overview

  Overview of MercyCorps Organization who's mission is to create secure, productive and just communities.

• Sightsavers: Taking Eye Care to the People

  Sightsavers works to combat blindness for those living in poverty in developing countries, restoring sight through specialist treatment and eye care and supporting the blind by providing education, counseling and training..

• Alpine Autism Center: Pikes Peak Region

  Overview of the Alpine Autism Center that provides access to treatment for people and family members affected by autism in the Pikes Peak Region.

• The Steve Gleason Act of 2015

  Steve Gleason foundation is committed to assisting people with ALS live inspired, productive lives by providing access to life-affirming events and assistive technology.

• The Amity Foundation: Assistance for Drug or Alcohol Abuse

  Amity Foundation was one of the first non-profit substance abuse treatment agencies to look past the stereotypical drug treatment client.

• Schizophrenia and Related Disorders Alliance of America (SARDAA)

  Schizophrenics Anonymous (SA) is a self-help peer support six-step program run both by and for people with schizophrenia or a related form of illness.

• Thanks to Ice Bucket Donations ALS Association Triples Spending on Research

  ALS Association announce long-term strategy for leveraging Ice Bucket Challenge donations to treat and cure ALS through global research, care services and public policy.

• The Big Idea Campaign - 10 Year Anniversary of Christopher Reeve's Passing

  The big idea campaign hopes to raise $15 million for epidural stimulation research to enable people with spinal cord injury to recover autonomic and motor functions. .

• Soap, Cleaning the World and Saving Lives

  Clean the World Foundation is committed to reducing waste from discarded soap products and preventing deaths from hygiene-related illnesses.

• Olympia-Wafula Foundation: Healthy Living Solutions for Disabled and Disadvantaged

  Information regarding The Olympia-Wafula Foundation an organization dedicated to provision of healthy living solutions for people with disabilities and the disadvantaged.

• The LD Resources Foundation

  An overview of The LD Resources Foundation which provides access to knowledge for adults who experience forms of learning disabilities.

• Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Awards Quality of Life Grants to Nonprofits

  Quality of Life Grants Program supports specially selected nonprofit organizations that empower individuals living with paralysis.

• Avril Lavigne Foundation for Youth with Disabilities

  Expansion of Avril Lavigne Rockstar Clubs at Easter Seals into U.S. and Canada to support recreational programming for kids and youth with disabilities.

• Steve Wampler and The Wampler Foundation

  Information regarding Steve Wampler and the Wampler Foundation that raises money to send kids with physical disabilities to camp at no cost to their families.

• Matching Americans with Disabilities to Work-at-home Jobs

  Kessler Foundation endorses NTI goal to increase effectiveness in developing work at home jobs for individuals with disabilities in America.

• Foundations Promise to Prioritize Underserved Communities

  Leading foundations promise to dedicate the majority of their giving to benefit underserved communities and a substantial amount to strategies that address the root causes of social problems.

• Vaccine Research Foundation for Infectious and Tropical Diseases

  New Foundation will advocate and campaign for increased funding for global vaccine research against infectious diseases including neglected tropical diseases.

• List of Disability Organizations

  List of Government, NGO's and disability organizations that provide help, support, and assistance for persons with disabilities.

• Trudeau Foundation Announces 10 New Mentors

  Former Harper security adviser and War Child Canada leader among 10 Canadians appointed to mentor promising Trudeau Scholars.

• Donation Made to Tim Horton Children's Foundation by the Queen

  Government of Canada Celebrates Donation Made to the Tim Horton Childrens Foundation on Behalf of Her Majesty the Queen.

• Education and Scholarships for Women - Jeannette Rankin Foundation

  The Jeannette Rankin Foundation supports low-income women ages 35 and older who are motivated to change their lives through education.

• Down Syndrome Conference Discusses Available Symptom Treatments

  Changing Minds Foundation holds conference about treatment for Down syndrome.

• PM Support for Rick Hansen Foundation Canada

  Prime Minister Stephen Harper today announced support for the Rick Hansen Foundation.

• $5.75 Million in Funding for Parkinson's Disease - Michael J. Fox Foundation

  Michael j. Fox foundation commits up to $5.75 million in funding for 2010 critical challenges in parkinson's disease.

• The Disability Foundation of Vancouver

  The Disability Foundation is deeply involved in serving people with disabilities and making sure that opportunity for involvement in life and living exists.

• Michael J. Fox Foundation Awards $2.8M for Parkinson's Disease Projects

  Development of biomarkers is of critical importance to increasing the speed and efficiency of Parkinson's Disease therapeutic development.

• AARP Foundation Overview

  The AARP Foundation is a non-profit organization and the affiliated charity of AARP.

• Gates Foundation to Dedicate $10 billion Over 10 years

  Gates Foundation to dedicate $10 billion over 10 years to support vaccine research development and delivery throughout the developing world.

• The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation

  Information on The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation including Education and Scholarships.

• The PACER Center - A Parent Training and Information Center

  The PACER Center is a parent information and training center for families of children and young people with disabilities.

• Disability Community Employment Opportunities - Kessler Foundation

  National Disability Employment Awareness Month calls attention to serious job challenges facing the disability community.

• The ANCOR Foundation

  The ANCOR Foundation supports development of programs and disseminates information which improves quality of life for persons with disabilities.

• Red Sox Foundation-Massachusetts General Hospital Home Base Program

  Initiative to help returning OEF/OIF Veterans suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and traumatic brain injuries and their families.

• The Pathways Awareness Foundation

  The Pathways Awareness Foundation organization works to raise awareness concerning early detection and benefits of early therapy for infants and children with motor delays.

• Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation

  The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation has been making a difference in the lives of women with breast cancer for over 20 years.