Physically Challenged Children
Many limb deficient children suffer from the lack of resources and this condition is equally shared by their parents as they search for the latest support and information on how to raise a special needs child. The problem multiplies on a global scale for children with loss of limb living in poverty stricken countries and those still being maimed from landmines.
We desire to enable physically challenged children run and play, to be able to join their friends in all types of physical activities- and to dream. As this quest is significant, The Scott Rigsby Foundation is reaching out to thousands of kids in our schools, churches and youth sports programs to educate our youth and advocate for physically challenged children around the world.
As part of our global outreach strategy, The Scott Rigsby Foundation will maximize our efforts by partnering with world class organizations that focus on this cause. For example, World Vision has named Scott Rigsby as their Advocate for Children with Disabilities. In this role, Scott and The Scott Rigbsy Foundation will collaborate with World Vision to drive sponsorship for physically challenged children in previously war-torn countries such as Vietnam, Armenia and Angola. This partnership will assist in establishing a worldwide supportive network for low-income youth in the United States and children in poverty stricken countries impacted by AIDS and disabilities.
The Scott Rigsby Foundation supports Children with Loss of Limb and Mobility by:
- Directing funds to support physically challenged children programs and camps
- Advocating for sponsorship of children with disabilities
- Participating in youth sports programs and events to raise awareness of the needs of physically challenged children and adults
- Conducting inspirational speaking engagements and athletic events to encourage kids and youth to live a healthy, active lifestyle.
Physically Challenged Athletes
Disabled sports programs have grown exponentially over the past decades, highlighted by the Paralympic Games and endurance events that highlight the capabilities of the Physically Challenged Athlete.
These programs have opened the door for many with loss of limb or mobility to once again pursue an active lifestyle, and even dream of participating in athletic events as they have seen others do.
The individuals, just like able-bodied athletes, need the proper equipment, training and mentoring to help them cross their finish lines. That's where The Scott Rigsby Foundation comes in. We will provide grants to support physically challenged individuals in need of assistance for their physical rehabilitation and athletic pursuits. This will include gifts to individual Physically Challenged Athletes as well as nonprofit physically challenge athlete organizations. We have also formed our athletic fundraising and support team, The UNTHINKABLES, to advocate in support of this initiative and provide optional tools and training services.
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