United Cerebral Palsy: Life Without Limits for People with Disabilities
The mission of United Cerebral Palsy is to advance the independence, productivity and full citizenship of people with disabilities through an affiliate network. Learn More
Donate Fundraising: United Cerebral Palsy, Inc.
United Cerebral Palsy, Inc.
Your donation goes to support the core mission of:
United Cerebral Palsy, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
The United Cerebral Palsy National Office, located in Washington, D.C., provides direct support to the affiliates via fundraising, marketing and communications, best practices, and programmatic support to name a few. We also serve people with disabilities and their families through the development of forward-thinking programs, information and referral service, legislative advocacy, technology initiatives and research. UCP is the leading source of information on cerebral palsy and other disabilities and is a pivotal advocate for the rights of persons with disabilities. More than 65% of people served by UCP have disabilities other than cerebral palsy.
UCP consistently is rated as one of the most financially responsible charities, with 85 cents of every dollar spent directly on local
programs and services.
Recent Cause Activity
My daughter was born with right hemiparesis diagnosised at 6 months old. Doctors and therapists said she would probably never crawl, let alone ride a bike or swim. Hearbreaking for me to hear, but I never gave up on her and most importantly, she never gave up on herself. Ten years later, with the right doctors, therapists and constant therapies, she not only was able to crawl, and ride a bike (w/ no training wheels) but she stands tall and proud today of who she is and what she is capable of doing. We are so proud! She has miracuously found the "strength" that she was not born with in self-determination, persistence and love.
I thought I'd give a few props to UCP. Growing up, I benefited greatly from their clinics and their financial help in providing the goods and services to monitor and improve my progress growing up. I know I should have wore those hard plastic shoe inserts more than I did. Apparently, it is important to have arches in feet. However, it was just so difficult to wear those things and play basketball without blistering up my feet. Anyway, it is a worthy cause.
I know times are difficult but they are even more difficult for individuals with disabilities. I hope that we can raise enough money to support these wonderful individuals in need.
"I have showed you all things, how that so laboring you ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive." Acts 20:35
Please join us for the United Cerebral Palsy of East Central Florida's first Pet Shoot on December 12 in Daytona Beach!
I am also seeking contributions for silent auction taking place during this event. The event is the first collaboration of two fantastic charitable organizations: UCP and the ARNI Foundation (a pet rescue, no-kill shelter).
Elements of the event are intended to offer a unique, no-pressure, and highly enjoyable opportunity to enjoy raffles, a silent auction, and even have fine portraits taken of their pets (Santa optional) while getting their immunizations updated at an extremely low cost ($8 per shot).
We plan to offer high quality and really fun items for the auction: oceanfront hotel stays, event tickets, local fine chocolates, etc.
Does your company’s marketing department (or do you) have any promotional giveaways that we could provide to participants, or - even better - something really neat that could be included in the silent auction? I'd sure appreciate any advice and/or contributions you folks are willing to provide; this is the first time I've done this sort of thing, and I want to make sure it's successful - GIVE BIG OR GO HOME! Thanks much! Pamela Taylor
Updated: The cause has reached 8,000 members.
On Behalf Of My Friend Spencer Miller
I was born with Cerebral Palsy, and have dedicated my life to becoming an activist for it and for all disabilities. I am a Radio Host, Actor, Inspirational Speaker, and I love to make new friends wherever I go. Look forward to chatting with all my new friends in this cause.
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?i...
http://www.spencermilleronline.com
I would like to invite everyone to come and join our new fan page dedicated to our new Web site, MyChildWithoutLimits.org at http://www.facebook.com/MyChildWithou...
Thanks.
Thank you so much Gerald for sharing your story with us and making a financial contribution to UCP. We truly appreciate your support and example you provide for all people with disabilities. You sir, are living your Life without Limits. I hope you can also join us on our fan page as well: http://www.facebook.com/unitedcerebra...
Thanks again.
I wanted to make everyone aware of the site http://www.thisabled.com it has great resources, stories, blogs for people with disabilities.