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Wishing you all the joy the season brings! 

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah,

Once again, your Triumph Elves brought the holiday spirit to life, hosting 15 of our world-famous Christmas Outreach Parties at hospitals and rehabilitation centers across Southern California.

Hundreds of patients, families, and friends joined us for an afternoon of food, gifts, and meaningful fellowship. Triumph’s peer-mentor "Ambassadors" connected with many individuals who were newly paralyzed and spending the holidays in the hospital. They delivered Care Backpacks filled with helpful resources, shared guidance and encouragement for navigating life after injury, and offered gifts and treats to lift spirits during an especially difficult time.

These celebrations are more than just parties - they are moments of connection and comfort. Year after year, they spread hope, friendship, and encouragement, bringing together longtime friends and welcoming those who are just beginning their journey as part of the Triumph Family.

This season of joy was also marked by heartbreak. Last week, we lost Kyle McKittrick, a cherished member of our Triumph Family and Ambassador.

While our hearts are heavy, we trust that our loss is heaven’s gain.

Kyle lived boldly and loved deeply. He reminded us to serve others, embrace life, play with reckless abandon, and cherish our relationships with every God-given breath we share together.

Kyle's spirit, laughter, and passion for our community will continue to inspire everything we do.

As you celebrate Christmas this week, or light the final candle of your menorah, please know how deeply we cherish you – and are reminded of the love that unite our community.

We look forward to a new year to serve and uplift one another - and never taking a single moment for granted.

May this holiday season bring you and your loved ones peace, hope, and the courage to find your momentum and triumph in the days ahead.

With love,

Your Triumph Family

As we bid farewell to 2025 and welcome the promise of a New Year, I'm reminded of the incredible strength, generosity, and resilience that define you, our Triumph family.

Whether you’ve been helped by our programs or contributed your time and resources, your support has been a beacon of hope for people with spinal cord injuries. This year was filled with momentum, connection, and countless moments of triumph made possible by you.

As we look ahead to 2026, we invite you to continue making a difference. Will you support Triumph during this giving season? 

Please donate at SupportTriumph.org.

Keep moving forward,
Andrew Skinner