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50 Legs
Steve Chamberlain's 50 Legs provides amputees with the necessary care and prosthetics that they could not otherwise afford. Our recipients never get bills for their prosthetics, ever. We've done this for years, and we know what works.
Read MoreSteve Chamberlain’s 50 Legs provides amputees with the necessary care and prosthetics that they could not otherwise afford. Our recipients never get bills for their prosthetics, ever. We’ve done this for years, and we know what works.
100 South Belcher PO Box 8245 Clearwater Florida 33758
A Leg Forever
A Leg Forever Charitable Foundation was established by Elizabeth (Liz) Norden in honor of her two sons JP and Paul Norden who each lost a leg in the Boston Marathon bombings on April 15, 2013.
P.O. Box 273 Stoneham Massachusetts 02180 United States
A Leg to Stand On
ALTSO provides high-quality, modular prosthetic lower-limb systems specifically designed for use in the developing world. Our prosthetics are made from durable upcycled materials, strong enough to navigate rugged terrains, but light enough for children of all ages to move independently.
ABLE Now
The federal Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act authorized states to establish tax-advantaged savings programs so individuals with disabilities can save and invest money without jeopardizing eligibility for public benefits. Contribute up to $17,000 a year, leverage tax advantages to make the most of your money, and use the funds to pay for expenses related to health, independence, and quality of life.
Abled Amputees of America
AAA is an international nonprofit organization formed to inspire, support, and educate. Their main purpose is to give those with limb loss a real hope for the future by helping them grow in wellness in body, mind and spirit. Their mission is to make outpatient physical and occupational therapy possible for amputees needing financial support, while promoting wellness in body, mind and spirit.
Read MoreAAA is an international nonprofit organization formed to inspire, support, and educate. Their main purpose is to give those with limb loss a real hope for the future by helping them grow in wellness in body, mind and spirit. Their mission is to make outpatient physical and occupational therapy possible for amputees needing financial support, while promoting wellness in body, mind and spirit.
Accessible Prosthetics Initiative
The Accessible Prosthetics Initiative (API) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase access to prosthetic technologies and care. We emphasize serving populations who do not have access to care through other avenues, including amputees who are uninsured or underinsured, individuals in remote locations, and individuals with unique conditions.
1739 North High Street Columbus Ohio 43210
AgrAbility
The vision of AgrAbility is to enhance quality of life for farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural workers with disabilities. We help individuals gain access to employment in production agriculture or a related occupation; assistive technology needed for work and daily living activities; evidence-based information related to the treatment and rehabilitation of disabling conditions; and targeted support for family caregivers.
225 South University St. West Lafayette Indiana 47907
Air Warrior Courage Foundation
The Air Warrior Courage Foundation assists disabled and/or needy veterans and members of the U.S. Armed Services and their dependents, widows and children, and provides financial support to Red River Valley Fighter Pilots Association members for medical expenses. In addition, the AWCF sponsors programs in scuba and therapeutic horseback riding.
Read MoreThe Air Warrior Courage Foundation assists disabled and/or needy veterans and members of the U.S. Armed Services and their dependents, widows and children, and provides financial support to Red River Valley Fighter Pilots Association members for medical expenses. In addition, the AWCF sponsors programs in scuba and therapeutic horseback riding.
Amputee Blade Runners
Amputee Blade Runners is a nonprofit organization that helps provide free running prosthetics for amputees. Running prosthetics are not covered by insurance and are considered “not medically necessary,” so ABR helps amputees keep an active lifestyle. Our goal is to provide a running prosthesis to one athlete in all 50 states. We currently have athletes in 31 states who serve as ambassadors to other amputees.
Read MoreAmputee Blade Runners is a nonprofit organization that helps provide free running prosthetics for amputees. Running prosthetics are not covered by insurance and are considered “not medically necessary,” so ABR helps amputees keep an active lifestyle. Our goal is to provide a running prosthesis to one athlete in all 50 states. We currently have athletes in 31 states who serve as ambassadors to other amputees.
356 24th Avenue North Suite 300 Nashville Tennessee 37203
Angel Wings for Veterans
Angel Wings for Veterans removes the barrier to medical care for veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. We provide transportation via ground and air, making it possible for veterans in financial need to travel outside their area to receive clinical care, medical treatment, service dog companions, and other vital services.
4620 Haygood Road Suite 1 Virginia Beach Virginia 23455
Association of Assistive Technology Act Programs
The Association of Assistive Technology Act (ATA) Programs is a national nonprofit organization. Each state has its own ATA agency that helps people with disabilities learn about, gain access to, and obtain assistive technology, including vehicle modifications, mobility devices, home accessibility devices, and recreational equipment. Use the link to find your state’s ATA program.
655 15th Street NW Suite 800 Washington District of Columbia 20005
Born to Run Foundation
The Born to Run Foundation provides specialized prosthetics to young adults and children who want to live a fun and fulfilling life. Our goal is to show amputees that having a disability does not mean they are incapable of playing sports and being active, and to show them that being different is something to embrace.
Read MoreThe Born to Run Foundation provides specialized prosthetics to young adults and children who want to live a fun and fulfilling life. Our goal is to show amputees that having a disability does not mean they are incapable of playing sports and being active, and to show them that being different is something to embrace.
10 Woodfall Road Medfield Massachusetts 02502
Catch A Lift Fund Fitness For Veterans
Since our founding in 2010, the Catch A Lift Fund has helped thousands of post-9/11 combat-wounded veterans regain their mental and physical health through gym memberships, in-home gym equipment, personalized fitness and nutrition programs, and a peer-support network. Catch A Lift vets are seeing and feeling results including dramatic weight loss, reduction in medications, improved sleep patterns, and strengthened relationships with family and friends, thanks to their healthier lifestyle.…
Read MoreSince our founding in 2010, the Catch A Lift Fund has helped thousands of post-9/11 combat-wounded veterans regain their mental and physical health through gym memberships, in-home gym equipment, personalized fitness and nutrition programs, and a peer-support network. Catch A Lift vets are seeing and feeling results including dramatic weight loss, reduction in medications, improved sleep patterns, and strengthened relationships with family and friends, thanks to their healthier lifestyle. Our veteran testimonials attest that CAL has “saved their lives,” the greatest impact of all.
2066 York Road Suite 205A Timonium Maryland 21093
Center for People With Disabilities
The mission of the Center for People With Disabilities is to provide resources, information, and advocacy to assist people with disabilities in overcoming barriers to independent living. We encourage an integrated community that equally welcomes all members, all disabilities and cross-disabilities. To fulfill this vision, we have been a provider and a network for resources, information, programs and personal care that enable people with disabilities to overcome dependency and conquer the barriers to independent living.
1675 Range Street Boulder Colorado 80301
Centers for Independent Living: ILRU Directory
A Center for Independent Living (CIL) is a consumer‑controlled, community‑based, cross‑disability, nonresidential nonprofit agency that provides an array of independent living services, including: information and referral; skills training; advocacy; peer counseling; transition assistance to community-based residences; assistance in avoiding institutional placement; and transition of youth to adult life. Use the link to find the CIL in your community.
1333 Moursund Independent Living Research Utilization (ILRU) Houston Texas 77030
Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF)
To be eligible for a grant through the Challenged Athletes Foundation’s flagship program, Access for Athletes, an athlete’s physical disability must be recognized within the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) classifications. For more information, please visit the IPC Web site.
Read MoreTo be eligible for a grant through the Challenged Athletes Foundation’s flagship program, Access for Athletes, an athlete’s physical disability must be recognized within the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) classifications. For more information, please visit the IPC Web site.
9591 Waples Street San Diego California 92121
Chive Charities
Chive Charities helps underserved people throughout the country with medical needs. They focus on rare medical diseases, but also serve first responders and veterans with medical needs. To apply, go to chivecharities.org/recipient and click on “I am a new applicant.”
Read MoreChive Charities helps underserved people throughout the country with medical needs. They focus on rare medical diseases, but also serve first responders and veterans with medical needs. To apply, go to chivecharities.org/recipient and click on “I am a new applicant.”
98 San Jacinto Boulevard Austin Texas 78701
Explore Assistive Technology
Explore AT (Assistive Technology) is a clearinghouse for information and resources on many different assistive technologies, including prosthetic limbs, wheelchairs, mobility aids, vehicle modifications, home modifications, and recreational equipment.
Washington DC 20005
Forging Mettle
Forging Mettle is a nonprofit dedicated to helping amputees acquire the prosthetic devices and hardware they need to reach their potential. We partner with prosthetic clinics to provide recipients with a fully paid journey to independence and self-confidence.
St. Louis Missouri 63101
Gary Sinise Foundation
At the Gary Sinise Foundation, we serve our nation by honoring our defenders, veterans, first responders, their families, and those in need. We do this by creating and supporting unique programs designed to entertain, educate, inspire, strengthen, and build communities.
Read MoreAt the Gary Sinise Foundation, we serve our nation by honoring our defenders, veterans, first responders, their families, and those in need. We do this by creating and supporting unique programs designed to entertain, educate, inspire, strengthen, and build communities.
PO Box 40726 Nashville Tennessee 37204
Giftability
At Giftability, our goal is to ensure that everyone has access to the life-changing benefits of exercise, sport, recreation, and competition. Our nonprofit charity raises funds to provide disabled individuals with adaptive sporting equipment so that they can play, compete, and thrive.
Read MoreAt Giftability, our goal is to ensure that everyone has access to the life-changing benefits of exercise, sport, recreation, and competition. Our nonprofit charity raises funds to provide disabled individuals with adaptive sporting equipment so that they can play, compete, and thrive.
1710 East Franklin Street #1070 Chapel Hill North Carolina 27514
Heather Abbott Foundation
The Heather Abbott Foundation is committed to helping amputees who have lost limbs due to traumatic circumstances get specialized prosthetic devices.
Read MoreThe Heather Abbott Foundation is committed to helping amputees who have lost limbs due to traumatic circumstances get specialized prosthetic devices.
181 Bellevue Ave, #407 Newport Rhode Island 02840
Help Hope Live
For 37 years, Help Hope Live has been showing clients and families how to bring together a network of relatives, friends, and neighbors in fundraising efforts to help cover the costs of uncovered medical expenses. These efforts play a critical role in helping our clients recover and maintain their health and independence.
Read MoreFor 37 years, Help Hope Live has been showing clients and families how to bring together a network of relatives, friends, and neighbors in fundraising efforts to help cover the costs of uncovered medical expenses. These efforts play a critical role in helping our clients recover and maintain their health and independence.
100 Matsonford Road 2 Radnor Corporate Center Radnor Pennsylvania 19087
High Fives Foundation
As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization since 2009, High Fives has helped countless injured athletes and veterans get back to doing what they love. The foundation aims to be a leader in education and recovery from life-altering injuries in outdoor action sports. We also offer grants to help individuals pay for adaptive sports equipment, medical equipment, programs, living expenses, emergency care, and injury expenses.
PO Box 3212 Truckee California 96160
Home for Our Troops
6 Main Street Taunton Massachusetts 02780
Hope to Walk Foundation
People in developing countries who have lost a leg often earn less than $5 per day. Being unable to work or provide for their family leads to depression and isolation. Hope To Walk’s quality, low-cost solution means amputees can not only walk again, but work again.
125 North Main Street Blacksburg Virginia 24060
Independence Fund
Founded in 2007, The Independence Fund is committed to empowering our nation’s catastrophically wounded, injured, or ill veterans to overcome physical, mental, and emotional wounds incurred in the line of duty. We are dedicated to improving the lives of both our veterans and their families.
Read MoreFounded in 2007, The Independence Fund is committed to empowering our nation’s catastrophically wounded, injured, or ill veterans to overcome physical, mental, and emotional wounds incurred in the line of duty. We are dedicated to improving the lives of both our veterans and their families.
412 Louise Avenue Charlotte North Carolina 28204
Joe and Marie Bolland’s Helping Hands Foundation
The finances behind a prosthetic can be challenging and confusing: Insurance coverage can be inconsistent, with some cost covered, others not and a bunch in between. And if there is no insurance, obtaining a prosthetic may be just about impossible. Our goal is to help all types of amputees afford the prosthesis they need.
Mesa Arizona
Jordan Thomas Foundation
The Jordan Thomas Foundation returns children and adolescents to a life without physical limitation by providing quality prostheses until adulthood, serving as a caring resource for the child and family living with limb differences and tirelessly advocating for insurance fairness.
Read MoreThe Jordan Thomas Foundation returns children and adolescents to a life without physical limitation by providing quality prostheses until adulthood, serving as a caring resource for the child and family living with limb differences and tirelessly advocating for insurance fairness.
9005 Overlook Boulevard #742 Brentwood Tennessee 37027
Lauren Scruggs Kennedy Foundation
The Lauren Scruggs Kennedy Foundation provides funding for girls and women to receive cosmetic silicone coverings for their prostheses, with the hope that they will experience both physical and spiritual restoration and healing. With the many changes in insurance costs and provisions, most amputees no longer have access to custom silicone restorations that can make their prosthesis look real.
PO Box 225166 Dallas Texas 75222
Less Leg More Heart
Through her own medical journey as an amputee and her clinical experiences as a medical professional, Tina Hurley recognized the need for further support in the newly disabled population and their loved ones. The intent of this charity is to spread hope, decrease suffering and to enhance physical/mental viability by providing customized services/ supplies to patients and their families during life-changing medical circumstances.
Read MoreThrough her own medical journey as an amputee and her clinical experiences as a medical professional, Tina Hurley recognized the need for further support in the newly disabled population and their loved ones. The intent of this charity is to spread hope, decrease suffering and to enhance physical/mental viability by providing customized services/ supplies to patients and their families during life-changing medical circumstances.
Nashua New Hampshire
Limb Care Foundation
Knowledge about amputation prevention and disease management does not always reach those who can benefit most from it. The Limb Care Foundation aims to address these areas with the goal of improving the lives of those affected by amputations and helping foster the new generation of healthcare providers that will deliver their care.
8359 Elk Grove Florin Road Suite 103, #306 Sacramento California 95829
Limb Kind Foundation
The mission of the Limb Kind Foundation is to improve the lives of children with limb loss, both domestic and international, by strengthening the amputee community and providing pediatric prosthetic care to all. We provide prosthetic limbs, limb care, and a sense of community for amputee children in the United States, Haiti, Kenya, Ethiopia, and the Philippines.
2948 Trinity Street Oceanside New York 11572
Limb Preservation Foundation
We provide the support a person may require in their journey back to wholeness. We help ease the burden of treatment by providing support to patients as they face financial or emotional challenges. Our professionals, volunteers, and staff are experts in the medical and emotional needs of patients and families.
PO Box 270530 Littleton Colorado 80127
Limbitless Possibilities
LIMBitless Possibilities is dedicated to eliminating financial barriers so as many kids as possible have access to running blades and camps/programs geared towards children with limb differences. Our vision is to help children with limb differences realize that their possibilities are limitless. If you dream it, you can achieve it.
Read MoreLIMBitless Possibilities is dedicated to eliminating financial barriers so as many kids as possible have access to running blades and camps/programs geared towards children with limb differences. Our vision is to help children with limb differences realize that their possibilities are limitless. If you dream it, you can achieve it.
Littlerock California
Limbitless Solutions
Imagine a society where bionic arms are as common as glasses or braces, and where children can learn that science and engineering can have a heart and change the world. Limbitless Solutions specializes in creating and donating personalized 3D-printed prosthetic arms for children.
Read MoreImagine a society where bionic arms are as common as glasses or braces, and where children can learn that science and engineering can have a heart and change the world. Limbitless Solutions specializes in creating and donating personalized 3D-printed prosthetic arms for children.
4217 East Plaza Drive Orlando Florida 32816
Limbs For Life Foundation
Limbs for Life provides assistance for lower-limb amputees who cannot afford prosthetic care. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the U.S., with no means to pay for prosthetic care, including Medicare, insurance coverage or state assistance.
Read MoreLimbs for Life provides assistance for lower-limb amputees who cannot afford prosthetic care. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the U.S., with no means to pay for prosthetic care, including Medicare, insurance coverage or state assistance.
9604 N. May Avenue Oklahoma City Oklahoma 73120
Limbs International
Limbs International provides prosthetic limbs, physical therapy, counseling, social reintegration, and advocacy to amputees in developing countries. We are proud to have served more than 49 countries around the world.
PO Box 3128 El Paso Texas 79923
LN4 Hand Foundation
77 Van Ness Suite 101 San Francisco California 94102
Lucky Fin Project
The Lucky Fin Project enables children with upper-limb difference to attend specialized camps and obtain prosthetics, maintains a support network for parents, provides education on limb differences, and links parents to medical information and resources.
Read MoreThe Lucky Fin Project enables children with upper-limb difference to attend specialized camps and obtain prosthetics, maintains a support network for parents, provides education on limb differences, and links parents to medical information and resources.
1320 North Vermont Ave. Royal Oak Michigan 48067
Move For Jenn Foundation
Move for Jenn is a nonprofit corporation that will raise funds to issue grants for sarcoma research and amputees who need prostheses. The goal is to allow grants to be awarded immediately for sarcoma research and activewear prosthetic candidates.
Read MoreMove for Jenn is a nonprofit corporation that will raise funds to issue grants for sarcoma research and amputees who need prostheses. The goal is to allow grants to be awarded immediately for sarcoma research and activewear prosthetic candidates.
PO Box 77578 Charlotte North Carolina 28271
One Chair at a Time
One Chair At A Time is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for adolescents and young adults with physical disabilities by providing sports wheelchairs, education, and opportunities for participation in adaptive sports. Tennis chairs, rugby chairs, racing chairs, and handcycles are some examples.
Amarillo Texas
One Leg at a Time
OLAAT's mission is to provide high-quality prosthetics to amputees around the world, one leg at a time. Providing them with comfortable prosthetics will improve their quality of life so they can continue to live more productive lives.
Read MoreOLAAT’s mission is to provide high-quality prosthetics to amputees around the world, one leg at a time. Providing them with comfortable prosthetics will improve their quality of life so they can continue to live more productive lives.
561 East Garden Drive Unit H Windsor Colorado 80550
Operation Namaste
Operation Namaste was founded to bring low-cost technology solutions and innovative collaboration and training to hospitals and prosthetic clinics serving amputees who are financially unable to obtain quality prosthetic care. We help determined amputees achieve their full potential by providing technology, tools and support in under-resourced communities and conflict zones.
Read MoreOperation Namaste was founded to bring low-cost technology solutions and innovative collaboration and training to hospitals and prosthetic clinics serving amputees who are financially unable to obtain quality prosthetic care. We help determined amputees achieve their full potential by providing technology, tools and support in under-resourced communities and conflict zones.
7 Old Military Road Lake Placid New York 12946
Prosthetic Foundation
The Prosthetic Foundation was established in 2010 as a 501c(3) nonprofit organization to help uninsured and underinsured amputees throughout Texas. The Prosthetic Foundation is committed to ensuring that amputees not only receive a prosthesis but also receive the follow-up care that is essential in the successful outcome of regaining mobility and independence.
Read MoreThe Prosthetic Foundation was established in 2010 as a 501c(3) nonprofit organization to help uninsured and underinsured amputees throughout Texas. The Prosthetic Foundation is committed to ensuring that amputees not only receive a prosthesis but also receive the follow-up care that is essential in the successful outcome of regaining mobility and independence.
5047 Sherri Ann Road San Antonio Texas 78233
Range of Motion Project (ROMP)
ROMP’s mission is to provide high-quality prosthetic care in underserved populations, which enhances mobility and unlocks human potential. We have clinics in Ecuador, Guatemala, and the United States.
Read MoreROMP’s mission is to provide high-quality prosthetic care in underserved populations, which enhances mobility and unlocks human potential. We have clinics in Ecuador, Guatemala, and the United States.
PO Box 100915 Denver Colorado 80250
Right 2 Walk Foundation
The Right 2 Walk Foundation provides medically necessary prosthetics and components to amputees who can’t afford them. We also provide access to rehabilitation facilities and resources for those who have lost a limb.
Read MoreThe Right 2 Walk Foundation provides medically necessary prosthetics and components to amputees who can’t afford them. We also provide access to rehabilitation facilities and resources for those who have lost a limb.
PO Box 910077 San Diego California 92191
Running Is a RIght
Running Is a Right provides recreational prosthetics to pediatric amputees because insurance companies don’t.
Read MoreRunning Is a Right provides recreational prosthetics to pediatric amputees because insurance companies don’t.
Beaverton Oregon
Serve With Limbs
Serve with Limbs is a non-profit foundation that exits to help bridge the financial gap for amputees in need. Our founder is a prosthetist who knows firsthand the challenges of those who need limbs, but are without insurance or financial means.
PO Box 1623 Fortson Georgia 31808
Steps of Faith Foundation
Steps of Faith helps uninsured and underinsured amputees get the prosthetic limbs they desperately need to restore their livelihood. We find prosthetists to donate their time to help our patients and we raise money to cover the cost of prosthetic limbs.
Read MoreSteps of Faith helps uninsured and underinsured amputees get the prosthetic limbs they desperately need to restore their livelihood. We find prosthetists to donate their time to help our patients and we raise money to cover the cost of prosthetic limbs.
PO Box 15064 Lenexa Kansas 66285
The Blade 5K
The Blade 5K is dedicated to helping amputees obtainin a professionally fitted prosthetic device or other necessities in order to be active and regain the quality of life they deserve. We also aim to raise community awareness and understanding of amputee needs, thus providing resources and improving inclusivity for amputees.
Omaha Nebraska 68102
Variety: The Children’s Charity
Variety aids children with physical challenges whose families cannot afford, nor obtain through insurance, necessary mobility equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, strollers, specially designed adaptive bikes, and other mobility devices.
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Variety aids children with physical challenges whose families cannot afford, nor obtain through insurance, necessary mobility equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, strollers, specially designed adaptive bikes, and other mobility devices.
4601 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 260 Los Angeles California 90010
Victoria Hand Project
The Victoria Hand Project (VHP) designs low-cost, highly functional, 3D-printed prosthetics. In collaboration with our international clinical partners, we make these prosthetics available to amputees throughout the world.
Read MoreThe Victoria Hand Project (VHP) designs low-cost, highly functional, 3D-printed prosthetics. In collaboration with our international clinical partners, we make these prosthetics available to amputees throughout the world.
Wheel to Walk Foundation
The Wheel to Walk Foundation is a nonprofit organization that helps children age 20 and younger obtain medical equipment or services not provided by insurance. These items include therapy cycles, wheelchairs and shower chairs. This organization is currently only accepting applications from Oregon, Washington, Idaho and California, but may expand their services in the future.
Read MoreThe Wheel to Walk Foundation is a nonprofit organization that helps children age 20 and younger obtain medical equipment or services not provided by insurance. These items include therapy cycles, wheelchairs and shower chairs. This organization is currently only accepting applications from Oregon, Washington, Idaho and California, but may expand their services in the future.
PO Box 20146 Portland Oregon 97294
Who Says I Can’t Foundation
The Who Says I Can’t Foundation helps amputees of all ages to become involved with adaptive sports. WSICF partners with manufacturers of prosthetic devices and adaptive sports equipment to provide running legs, sit skis, hand cycles and more. WSIC provides selected participants with a grant that will cover the cost of the equipment, as well as related expenses.
Wayland Massachusetts 01778
Wounded Wing Foundation
Our dream is to help upper-limb amputees who are in need of upper-limb prosthetics and emotional support. All donations go toward the creation of prosthesis to help an upper-limb amputee live how they want.
Jackson Tennessee 38305
50 Legs
Steve Chamberlain's 50 Legs provides amputees with the necessary care and prosthetics that they could not otherwise afford. Our recipients never get bills for their prosthetics, ever. We've done this for years, and we know what works.
Read MoreSteve Chamberlain’s 50 Legs provides amputees with the necessary care and prosthetics that they could not otherwise afford. Our recipients never get bills for their prosthetics, ever. We’ve done this for years, and we know what works.
100 South Belcher PO Box 8245 Clearwater Florida 33758
A Leg Forever
A Leg Forever Charitable Foundation was established by Elizabeth (Liz) Norden in honor of her two sons JP and Paul Norden who each lost a leg in the Boston Marathon bombings on April 15, 2013.
P.O. Box 273 Stoneham Massachusetts 02180 United States
A Leg to Stand On
ALTSO provides high-quality, modular prosthetic lower-limb systems specifically designed for use in the developing world. Our prosthetics are made from durable upcycled materials, strong enough to navigate rugged terrains, but light enough for children of all ages to move independently.
ABLE Now
The federal Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act authorized states to establish tax-advantaged savings programs so individuals with disabilities can save and invest money without jeopardizing eligibility for public benefits. Contribute up to $17,000 a year, leverage tax advantages to make the most of your money, and use the funds to pay for expenses related to health, independence, and quality of life.
Abled Amputees of America
AAA is an international nonprofit organization formed to inspire, support, and educate. Their main purpose is to give those with limb loss a real hope for the future by helping them grow in wellness in body, mind and spirit. Their mission is to make outpatient physical and occupational therapy possible for amputees needing financial support, while promoting wellness in body, mind and spirit.
Read MoreAAA is an international nonprofit organization formed to inspire, support, and educate. Their main purpose is to give those with limb loss a real hope for the future by helping them grow in wellness in body, mind and spirit. Their mission is to make outpatient physical and occupational therapy possible for amputees needing financial support, while promoting wellness in body, mind and spirit.
Accessible Prosthetics Initiative
The Accessible Prosthetics Initiative (API) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase access to prosthetic technologies and care. We emphasize serving populations who do not have access to care through other avenues, including amputees who are uninsured or underinsured, individuals in remote locations, and individuals with unique conditions.
1739 North High Street Columbus Ohio 43210
AgrAbility
The vision of AgrAbility is to enhance quality of life for farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural workers with disabilities. We help individuals gain access to employment in production agriculture or a related occupation; assistive technology needed for work and daily living activities; evidence-based information related to the treatment and rehabilitation of disabling conditions; and targeted support for family caregivers.
225 South University St. West Lafayette Indiana 47907
Air Warrior Courage Foundation
The Air Warrior Courage Foundation assists disabled and/or needy veterans and members of the U.S. Armed Services and their dependents, widows and children, and provides financial support to Red River Valley Fighter Pilots Association members for medical expenses. In addition, the AWCF sponsors programs in scuba and therapeutic horseback riding.
Read MoreThe Air Warrior Courage Foundation assists disabled and/or needy veterans and members of the U.S. Armed Services and their dependents, widows and children, and provides financial support to Red River Valley Fighter Pilots Association members for medical expenses. In addition, the AWCF sponsors programs in scuba and therapeutic horseback riding.
Amputee Blade Runners
Amputee Blade Runners is a nonprofit organization that helps provide free running prosthetics for amputees. Running prosthetics are not covered by insurance and are considered “not medically necessary,” so ABR helps amputees keep an active lifestyle. Our goal is to provide a running prosthesis to one athlete in all 50 states. We currently have athletes in 31 states who serve as ambassadors to other amputees.
Read MoreAmputee Blade Runners is a nonprofit organization that helps provide free running prosthetics for amputees. Running prosthetics are not covered by insurance and are considered “not medically necessary,” so ABR helps amputees keep an active lifestyle. Our goal is to provide a running prosthesis to one athlete in all 50 states. We currently have athletes in 31 states who serve as ambassadors to other amputees.
356 24th Avenue North Suite 300 Nashville Tennessee 37203
Angel Wings for Veterans
Angel Wings for Veterans removes the barrier to medical care for veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. We provide transportation via ground and air, making it possible for veterans in financial need to travel outside their area to receive clinical care, medical treatment, service dog companions, and other vital services.
4620 Haygood Road Suite 1 Virginia Beach Virginia 23455
Association of Assistive Technology Act Programs
The Association of Assistive Technology Act (ATA) Programs is a national nonprofit organization. Each state has its own ATA agency that helps people with disabilities learn about, gain access to, and obtain assistive technology, including vehicle modifications, mobility devices, home accessibility devices, and recreational equipment. Use the link to find your state’s ATA program.
655 15th Street NW Suite 800 Washington District of Columbia 20005
Born to Run Foundation
The Born to Run Foundation provides specialized prosthetics to young adults and children who want to live a fun and fulfilling life. Our goal is to show amputees that having a disability does not mean they are incapable of playing sports and being active, and to show them that being different is something to embrace.
Read MoreThe Born to Run Foundation provides specialized prosthetics to young adults and children who want to live a fun and fulfilling life. Our goal is to show amputees that having a disability does not mean they are incapable of playing sports and being active, and to show them that being different is something to embrace.
10 Woodfall Road Medfield Massachusetts 02502
Catch A Lift Fund Fitness For Veterans
Since our founding in 2010, the Catch A Lift Fund has helped thousands of post-9/11 combat-wounded veterans regain their mental and physical health through gym memberships, in-home gym equipment, personalized fitness and nutrition programs, and a peer-support network. Catch A Lift vets are seeing and feeling results including dramatic weight loss, reduction in medications, improved sleep patterns, and strengthened relationships with family and friends, thanks to their healthier lifestyle.…
Read MoreSince our founding in 2010, the Catch A Lift Fund has helped thousands of post-9/11 combat-wounded veterans regain their mental and physical health through gym memberships, in-home gym equipment, personalized fitness and nutrition programs, and a peer-support network. Catch A Lift vets are seeing and feeling results including dramatic weight loss, reduction in medications, improved sleep patterns, and strengthened relationships with family and friends, thanks to their healthier lifestyle. Our veteran testimonials attest that CAL has “saved their lives,” the greatest impact of all.
2066 York Road Suite 205A Timonium Maryland 21093
Center for People With Disabilities
The mission of the Center for People With Disabilities is to provide resources, information, and advocacy to assist people with disabilities in overcoming barriers to independent living. We encourage an integrated community that equally welcomes all members, all disabilities and cross-disabilities. To fulfill this vision, we have been a provider and a network for resources, information, programs and personal care that enable people with disabilities to overcome dependency and conquer the barriers to independent living.
1675 Range Street Boulder Colorado 80301
Centers for Independent Living: ILRU Directory
A Center for Independent Living (CIL) is a consumer‑controlled, community‑based, cross‑disability, nonresidential nonprofit agency that provides an array of independent living services, including: information and referral; skills training; advocacy; peer counseling; transition assistance to community-based residences; assistance in avoiding institutional placement; and transition of youth to adult life. Use the link to find the CIL in your community.
1333 Moursund Independent Living Research Utilization (ILRU) Houston Texas 77030
Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF)
To be eligible for a grant through the Challenged Athletes Foundation’s flagship program, Access for Athletes, an athlete’s physical disability must be recognized within the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) classifications. For more information, please visit the IPC Web site.
Read MoreTo be eligible for a grant through the Challenged Athletes Foundation’s flagship program, Access for Athletes, an athlete’s physical disability must be recognized within the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) classifications. For more information, please visit the IPC Web site.
9591 Waples Street San Diego California 92121
Chive Charities
Chive Charities helps underserved people throughout the country with medical needs. They focus on rare medical diseases, but also serve first responders and veterans with medical needs. To apply, go to chivecharities.org/recipient and click on “I am a new applicant.”
Read MoreChive Charities helps underserved people throughout the country with medical needs. They focus on rare medical diseases, but also serve first responders and veterans with medical needs. To apply, go to chivecharities.org/recipient and click on “I am a new applicant.”
98 San Jacinto Boulevard Austin Texas 78701
Explore Assistive Technology
Explore AT (Assistive Technology) is a clearinghouse for information and resources on many different assistive technologies, including prosthetic limbs, wheelchairs, mobility aids, vehicle modifications, home modifications, and recreational equipment.
Washington DC 20005
Forging Mettle
Forging Mettle is a nonprofit dedicated to helping amputees acquire the prosthetic devices and hardware they need to reach their potential. We partner with prosthetic clinics to provide recipients with a fully paid journey to independence and self-confidence.
St. Louis Missouri 63101
Gary Sinise Foundation
At the Gary Sinise Foundation, we serve our nation by honoring our defenders, veterans, first responders, their families, and those in need. We do this by creating and supporting unique programs designed to entertain, educate, inspire, strengthen, and build communities.
Read MoreAt the Gary Sinise Foundation, we serve our nation by honoring our defenders, veterans, first responders, their families, and those in need. We do this by creating and supporting unique programs designed to entertain, educate, inspire, strengthen, and build communities.
PO Box 40726 Nashville Tennessee 37204
Giftability
At Giftability, our goal is to ensure that everyone has access to the life-changing benefits of exercise, sport, recreation, and competition. Our nonprofit charity raises funds to provide disabled individuals with adaptive sporting equipment so that they can play, compete, and thrive.
Read MoreAt Giftability, our goal is to ensure that everyone has access to the life-changing benefits of exercise, sport, recreation, and competition. Our nonprofit charity raises funds to provide disabled individuals with adaptive sporting equipment so that they can play, compete, and thrive.
1710 East Franklin Street #1070 Chapel Hill North Carolina 27514
Heather Abbott Foundation
The Heather Abbott Foundation is committed to helping amputees who have lost limbs due to traumatic circumstances get specialized prosthetic devices.
Read MoreThe Heather Abbott Foundation is committed to helping amputees who have lost limbs due to traumatic circumstances get specialized prosthetic devices.
181 Bellevue Ave, #407 Newport Rhode Island 02840
Help Hope Live
For 37 years, Help Hope Live has been showing clients and families how to bring together a network of relatives, friends, and neighbors in fundraising efforts to help cover the costs of uncovered medical expenses. These efforts play a critical role in helping our clients recover and maintain their health and independence.
Read MoreFor 37 years, Help Hope Live has been showing clients and families how to bring together a network of relatives, friends, and neighbors in fundraising efforts to help cover the costs of uncovered medical expenses. These efforts play a critical role in helping our clients recover and maintain their health and independence.
100 Matsonford Road 2 Radnor Corporate Center Radnor Pennsylvania 19087
High Fives Foundation
As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization since 2009, High Fives has helped countless injured athletes and veterans get back to doing what they love. The foundation aims to be a leader in education and recovery from life-altering injuries in outdoor action sports. We also offer grants to help individuals pay for adaptive sports equipment, medical equipment, programs, living expenses, emergency care, and injury expenses.
PO Box 3212 Truckee California 96160
Home for Our Troops
6 Main Street Taunton Massachusetts 02780
Hope to Walk Foundation
People in developing countries who have lost a leg often earn less than $5 per day. Being unable to work or provide for their family leads to depression and isolation. Hope To Walk’s quality, low-cost solution means amputees can not only walk again, but work again.
125 North Main Street Blacksburg Virginia 24060
Independence Fund
Founded in 2007, The Independence Fund is committed to empowering our nation’s catastrophically wounded, injured, or ill veterans to overcome physical, mental, and emotional wounds incurred in the line of duty. We are dedicated to improving the lives of both our veterans and their families.
Read MoreFounded in 2007, The Independence Fund is committed to empowering our nation’s catastrophically wounded, injured, or ill veterans to overcome physical, mental, and emotional wounds incurred in the line of duty. We are dedicated to improving the lives of both our veterans and their families.
412 Louise Avenue Charlotte North Carolina 28204
Joe and Marie Bolland’s Helping Hands Foundation
The finances behind a prosthetic can be challenging and confusing: Insurance coverage can be inconsistent, with some cost covered, others not and a bunch in between. And if there is no insurance, obtaining a prosthetic may be just about impossible. Our goal is to help all types of amputees afford the prosthesis they need.
Mesa Arizona
Jordan Thomas Foundation
The Jordan Thomas Foundation returns children and adolescents to a life without physical limitation by providing quality prostheses until adulthood, serving as a caring resource for the child and family living with limb differences and tirelessly advocating for insurance fairness.
Read MoreThe Jordan Thomas Foundation returns children and adolescents to a life without physical limitation by providing quality prostheses until adulthood, serving as a caring resource for the child and family living with limb differences and tirelessly advocating for insurance fairness.
9005 Overlook Boulevard #742 Brentwood Tennessee 37027
Lauren Scruggs Kennedy Foundation
The Lauren Scruggs Kennedy Foundation provides funding for girls and women to receive cosmetic silicone coverings for their prostheses, with the hope that they will experience both physical and spiritual restoration and healing. With the many changes in insurance costs and provisions, most amputees no longer have access to custom silicone restorations that can make their prosthesis look real.
PO Box 225166 Dallas Texas 75222
Less Leg More Heart
Through her own medical journey as an amputee and her clinical experiences as a medical professional, Tina Hurley recognized the need for further support in the newly disabled population and their loved ones. The intent of this charity is to spread hope, decrease suffering and to enhance physical/mental viability by providing customized services/ supplies to patients and their families during life-changing medical circumstances.
Read MoreThrough her own medical journey as an amputee and her clinical experiences as a medical professional, Tina Hurley recognized the need for further support in the newly disabled population and their loved ones. The intent of this charity is to spread hope, decrease suffering and to enhance physical/mental viability by providing customized services/ supplies to patients and their families during life-changing medical circumstances.
Nashua New Hampshire
Limb Care Foundation
Knowledge about amputation prevention and disease management does not always reach those who can benefit most from it. The Limb Care Foundation aims to address these areas with the goal of improving the lives of those affected by amputations and helping foster the new generation of healthcare providers that will deliver their care.
8359 Elk Grove Florin Road Suite 103, #306 Sacramento California 95829
Limb Kind Foundation
The mission of the Limb Kind Foundation is to improve the lives of children with limb loss, both domestic and international, by strengthening the amputee community and providing pediatric prosthetic care to all. We provide prosthetic limbs, limb care, and a sense of community for amputee children in the United States, Haiti, Kenya, Ethiopia, and the Philippines.
2948 Trinity Street Oceanside New York 11572
Limb Preservation Foundation
We provide the support a person may require in their journey back to wholeness. We help ease the burden of treatment by providing support to patients as they face financial or emotional challenges. Our professionals, volunteers, and staff are experts in the medical and emotional needs of patients and families.
PO Box 270530 Littleton Colorado 80127
Limbitless Possibilities
LIMBitless Possibilities is dedicated to eliminating financial barriers so as many kids as possible have access to running blades and camps/programs geared towards children with limb differences. Our vision is to help children with limb differences realize that their possibilities are limitless. If you dream it, you can achieve it.
Read MoreLIMBitless Possibilities is dedicated to eliminating financial barriers so as many kids as possible have access to running blades and camps/programs geared towards children with limb differences. Our vision is to help children with limb differences realize that their possibilities are limitless. If you dream it, you can achieve it.
Littlerock California
Limbitless Solutions
Imagine a society where bionic arms are as common as glasses or braces, and where children can learn that science and engineering can have a heart and change the world. Limbitless Solutions specializes in creating and donating personalized 3D-printed prosthetic arms for children.
Read MoreImagine a society where bionic arms are as common as glasses or braces, and where children can learn that science and engineering can have a heart and change the world. Limbitless Solutions specializes in creating and donating personalized 3D-printed prosthetic arms for children.
4217 East Plaza Drive Orlando Florida 32816
Limbs For Life Foundation
Limbs for Life provides assistance for lower-limb amputees who cannot afford prosthetic care. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the U.S., with no means to pay for prosthetic care, including Medicare, insurance coverage or state assistance.
Read MoreLimbs for Life provides assistance for lower-limb amputees who cannot afford prosthetic care. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the U.S., with no means to pay for prosthetic care, including Medicare, insurance coverage or state assistance.
9604 N. May Avenue Oklahoma City Oklahoma 73120
Limbs International
Limbs International provides prosthetic limbs, physical therapy, counseling, social reintegration, and advocacy to amputees in developing countries. We are proud to have served more than 49 countries around the world.
PO Box 3128 El Paso Texas 79923
LN4 Hand Foundation
77 Van Ness Suite 101 San Francisco California 94102
Lucky Fin Project
The Lucky Fin Project enables children with upper-limb difference to attend specialized camps and obtain prosthetics, maintains a support network for parents, provides education on limb differences, and links parents to medical information and resources.
Read MoreThe Lucky Fin Project enables children with upper-limb difference to attend specialized camps and obtain prosthetics, maintains a support network for parents, provides education on limb differences, and links parents to medical information and resources.
1320 North Vermont Ave. Royal Oak Michigan 48067
Move For Jenn Foundation
Move for Jenn is a nonprofit corporation that will raise funds to issue grants for sarcoma research and amputees who need prostheses. The goal is to allow grants to be awarded immediately for sarcoma research and activewear prosthetic candidates.
Read MoreMove for Jenn is a nonprofit corporation that will raise funds to issue grants for sarcoma research and amputees who need prostheses. The goal is to allow grants to be awarded immediately for sarcoma research and activewear prosthetic candidates.
PO Box 77578 Charlotte North Carolina 28271
One Chair at a Time
One Chair At A Time is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for adolescents and young adults with physical disabilities by providing sports wheelchairs, education, and opportunities for participation in adaptive sports. Tennis chairs, rugby chairs, racing chairs, and handcycles are some examples.
Amarillo Texas
One Leg at a Time
OLAAT's mission is to provide high-quality prosthetics to amputees around the world, one leg at a time. Providing them with comfortable prosthetics will improve their quality of life so they can continue to live more productive lives.
Read MoreOLAAT’s mission is to provide high-quality prosthetics to amputees around the world, one leg at a time. Providing them with comfortable prosthetics will improve their quality of life so they can continue to live more productive lives.
561 East Garden Drive Unit H Windsor Colorado 80550
Operation Namaste
Operation Namaste was founded to bring low-cost technology solutions and innovative collaboration and training to hospitals and prosthetic clinics serving amputees who are financially unable to obtain quality prosthetic care. We help determined amputees achieve their full potential by providing technology, tools and support in under-resourced communities and conflict zones.
Read MoreOperation Namaste was founded to bring low-cost technology solutions and innovative collaboration and training to hospitals and prosthetic clinics serving amputees who are financially unable to obtain quality prosthetic care. We help determined amputees achieve their full potential by providing technology, tools and support in under-resourced communities and conflict zones.
7 Old Military Road Lake Placid New York 12946
Prosthetic Foundation
The Prosthetic Foundation was established in 2010 as a 501c(3) nonprofit organization to help uninsured and underinsured amputees throughout Texas. The Prosthetic Foundation is committed to ensuring that amputees not only receive a prosthesis but also receive the follow-up care that is essential in the successful outcome of regaining mobility and independence.
Read MoreThe Prosthetic Foundation was established in 2010 as a 501c(3) nonprofit organization to help uninsured and underinsured amputees throughout Texas. The Prosthetic Foundation is committed to ensuring that amputees not only receive a prosthesis but also receive the follow-up care that is essential in the successful outcome of regaining mobility and independence.
5047 Sherri Ann Road San Antonio Texas 78233
Range of Motion Project (ROMP)
ROMP’s mission is to provide high-quality prosthetic care in underserved populations, which enhances mobility and unlocks human potential. We have clinics in Ecuador, Guatemala, and the United States.
Read MoreROMP’s mission is to provide high-quality prosthetic care in underserved populations, which enhances mobility and unlocks human potential. We have clinics in Ecuador, Guatemala, and the United States.
PO Box 100915 Denver Colorado 80250
Right 2 Walk Foundation
The Right 2 Walk Foundation provides medically necessary prosthetics and components to amputees who can’t afford them. We also provide access to rehabilitation facilities and resources for those who have lost a limb.
Read MoreThe Right 2 Walk Foundation provides medically necessary prosthetics and components to amputees who can’t afford them. We also provide access to rehabilitation facilities and resources for those who have lost a limb.
PO Box 910077 San Diego California 92191
Running Is a RIght
Running Is a Right provides recreational prosthetics to pediatric amputees because insurance companies don’t.
Read MoreRunning Is a Right provides recreational prosthetics to pediatric amputees because insurance companies don’t.
Beaverton Oregon
Serve With Limbs
Serve with Limbs is a non-profit foundation that exits to help bridge the financial gap for amputees in need. Our founder is a prosthetist who knows firsthand the challenges of those who need limbs, but are without insurance or financial means.
PO Box 1623 Fortson Georgia 31808
Steps of Faith Foundation
Steps of Faith helps uninsured and underinsured amputees get the prosthetic limbs they desperately need to restore their livelihood. We find prosthetists to donate their time to help our patients and we raise money to cover the cost of prosthetic limbs.
Read MoreSteps of Faith helps uninsured and underinsured amputees get the prosthetic limbs they desperately need to restore their livelihood. We find prosthetists to donate their time to help our patients and we raise money to cover the cost of prosthetic limbs.
PO Box 15064 Lenexa Kansas 66285
The Blade 5K
The Blade 5K is dedicated to helping amputees obtainin a professionally fitted prosthetic device or other necessities in order to be active and regain the quality of life they deserve. We also aim to raise community awareness and understanding of amputee needs, thus providing resources and improving inclusivity for amputees.
Omaha Nebraska 68102
Variety: The Children’s Charity
Variety aids children with physical challenges whose families cannot afford, nor obtain through insurance, necessary mobility equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, strollers, specially designed adaptive bikes, and other mobility devices.
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Variety aids children with physical challenges whose families cannot afford, nor obtain through insurance, necessary mobility equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, strollers, specially designed adaptive bikes, and other mobility devices.
4601 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 260 Los Angeles California 90010
Victoria Hand Project
The Victoria Hand Project (VHP) designs low-cost, highly functional, 3D-printed prosthetics. In collaboration with our international clinical partners, we make these prosthetics available to amputees throughout the world.
Read MoreThe Victoria Hand Project (VHP) designs low-cost, highly functional, 3D-printed prosthetics. In collaboration with our international clinical partners, we make these prosthetics available to amputees throughout the world.
Wheel to Walk Foundation
The Wheel to Walk Foundation is a nonprofit organization that helps children age 20 and younger obtain medical equipment or services not provided by insurance. These items include therapy cycles, wheelchairs and shower chairs. This organization is currently only accepting applications from Oregon, Washington, Idaho and California, but may expand their services in the future.
Read MoreThe Wheel to Walk Foundation is a nonprofit organization that helps children age 20 and younger obtain medical equipment or services not provided by insurance. These items include therapy cycles, wheelchairs and shower chairs. This organization is currently only accepting applications from Oregon, Washington, Idaho and California, but may expand their services in the future.
PO Box 20146 Portland Oregon 97294
Who Says I Can’t Foundation
The Who Says I Can’t Foundation helps amputees of all ages to become involved with adaptive sports. WSICF partners with manufacturers of prosthetic devices and adaptive sports equipment to provide running legs, sit skis, hand cycles and more. WSIC provides selected participants with a grant that will cover the cost of the equipment, as well as related expenses.
Wayland Massachusetts 01778
Wounded Wing Foundation
Our dream is to help upper-limb amputees who are in need of upper-limb prosthetics and emotional support. All donations go toward the creation of prosthesis to help an upper-limb amputee live how they want.
Jackson Tennessee 38305
Amputee Resource Directory: Category Icons
All entries in the Amputee Community Resource Directory are assigned to a primary category, represented by the corresponding icon. Here are the types of resources for amputees that each icon represents:
Adaptive sports and
recreation programs
Clothes, shoes, or
prosthetic covers
Financial assistance for a
prosthesis or other needs
Health, mental health,
physical therapy, or rehab services
Kids’ programs
and support
Military veteran
programs and support
Political and legal
advocacy organizations
Social connection, peer support,
or information resources
Other amputee resources
Some organizations offer multiple types of resources for amputees and are assigned to multiple categories. For example, an organization that provides outdoor recreation programs for disabled veterans will appear if you sort by “Adaptive Sports Programs” and if you sort by “Military Veterans Programs.”
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