"I feel really great and thankful!"

Remember Eli?

Last year we introduced you to Eli. His family was in a devastating car accident that left them in a state of shock and despair. The accident resulted in a paralyzing injury for young Eli, forever altering the course of their lives.

A Spark of Hope

A few weeks after the accident, we visited 10 year old Eli in the hospital, bringing him a Care Backpack. It was full of goodies for him - and full of resources for his parents to help answer their burning questions. During this first crucial contact, our Ambassadors offered that initial spark of hope for families facing a paralysis diagnosis.

A New Beginning

Upon Eli’s discharge from the hospital, he attended our handcycling clinic, where we provided him with a fitted, lightweight wheelchair, granting him newfound mobility.

Fast Forward To Today

Over the past year, our relationship with the Machado family has grown. They have connected with others who have overcome similar circumstances, helping them cope and reclaim their lives.

In April, Eli attended the Triumph Sports Festival, winning Rookie of the Year. There, he fell in love with handcycling.

A Joyful Surprise

After the event, Triumph was determined to help Eli get his own cycle to play outside with his sister and friends. At our handcycling clinic at the Rose Bowl in June, we surprised Eli with a handcycle of his own. Now, he's a happy and joyful young boy - having FUN!

Your Impact

Because of your generosity, Triumph can remind families like the Machados that they're not alone, igniting courage, inspiration, and momentum. This is what Triumph is all about.

Thank you for making stories like Eli’s possible.

We love celebrating the resilience of people like Eli and his family. Because of your support, we're able to help children, adults, and veterans triumph over their injuries and disabilities every day!

You can make a difference in lives today with a gift toward our life-changing programs. Donate TODAY.

Keep moving forward.

New set of wheels for Eli

Watch when we recently gave Eli his very own handcycle!

Remember Eli's first set of wheels Eli in 2023!?

Watch this video to relive when Eli and his family received his first wheelchair from Triumph.

Are you ready to race?!?

Triumph's annual Superheroes Triumph 5K! is fighting crime in the OC this year. Run, walk, and roll as we take over Mason Regional Park in Irvine on Saturday, September 14th from 8 AM - 11 AM.

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SPONSOR EXHIBITOR APPLICATION

No matter what your ability is, you are a hero to us. This 5K will “pack a punch” in fun and ease with a fast, gentle rolling course.

Runner perks include a finisher’s medal, race bib, chip timed course, pre and post race snacks, and of course - no superhero is complete without a cape!

Be a HERO for people with disabilities at our Superheroes 5K!  100% of the proceeds benefit Triumph Foundation and our mission to help real everyday heroes triumph over paralysis.

"The momentum we’ve built serving the paralysis community doesn’t stop. It can’t. It pushes us to achieve new things each and every day, and motivate others to embark on their own journey of recovery and restoration."

- Andrew Skinner

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