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If you want something done, you need the right tool. Am I right?

As we gear up for our Adaptive Sports Festival on November 15th, our team is tuning up all the sports chairs and equipment to be ready to roll for you!

It's a great reminder how we help others get the tools they need to thrive through our Keep Moving Forward Grant - one of the most direct ways your impact is felt.

Because of you, hundreds of people received grants, providing vital equipment like ramps, hand controls, and assistive technologies that open doors to possibility.

From hospital discharges to daily victories, your support transforms challenges into triumphs.

Take a look below to meet a few of the incredible people you’ve helped recently. Their stories are proof: your gifts create real, lasting impact.

Stories of Resilience

Chris Is Driving Toward Fatherhood, Work, and Independence

Chris’ life changed when a car accident left him a C7 quadriplegic. His accident was a setback, but he never let his injury define him. He is a devoted father, youth basketball coach, realtor, and works hard to stay an active member of his community despite the daily challenges of limited mobility.

In order to be this active in the community he needed a vehicle that’s equipped with adaptive hand controls. Relying on others for transportation limited his ability to fully participate in work, coaching, and fatherhood - from school drop-offs to weekend outings.

But YOU changed that.

Thanks to your support, Chris received a grant for the hand controls he needed to be on the road. Now he can fully engage in his career, his passions, and most importantly, his role as a dad.

Your generosity fuels real freedom. Whether it’s returning to work or taking the kids to practice, you help people like Chris make everyday triumphs possible.

Strength in Motion: How YOU Helped Lloyd Take His Health to the Next Level

Before his spinal cord injury in 2008, Lloyd Mosley lived a life full of sports and activity. Everything took a radical change after a diving accident left him paralyzed from the chest down.  Ever since, staying active has been a challenge. Between work, family, and life as a quadriplegic, carving out consistent time to exercise became nearly impossible.

Lloyd tried to make do with resistance bands, but he needed more. His health and independence depended on it.

With your support, Lloyd received an Upper-Tone exercise machine through Triumph’s Keep Moving Forward Grant program. This multi-use exercise equipment will strengthen his body and help him maintain the mobility and stamina he needs to care for himself.

Lloyd is now investing in his health and building a stronger, more empowered future.

Your kindness keeps people like Lloyd moving forward. One workout, one goal, one triumph at a time.

A Priceless Gift: How Michael Found Joy, Purpose and a Deeper Bond with His Son

Michael is a father, a fighter, and a man who once found joy in life’s simple pleasures, especially video games. Gaming wasn’t just a hobby for him; it was a way to unwind, stay sharp, and connect with others, especially his son.

But in April 2022, Michael's life changed in an instant when he sustained a spinal cord injury leaving him a quadriplegic. Confined to bed for the past three years, he faced relentless physical pain, loss of independence, and the emotional weight of needing help with nearly every task. The isolation was deep. He missed the freedom of moving through life on his own terms and the joyful connection he once had with his son through games they used to love.

That’s when the Triumph Family showed up.

Michael received a QuadStick, an adaptive gaming device that gives people with limited mobility the ability to control video games using a mouthpiece. For Michael, it did more than just offer a fun escape. It reignited a sense of purpose and helped rebuild the bond with his son through something they’ve always loved sharing.

“This is a priceless gift,” he shared. “I never thought I’d be able to play with my son again.”

Now, he’s smiling more, learning new skills, and reconnecting.

Your support brings hope, healing, and joy to families like Michael’s. Thank you for redefining what's possible.

Triumph’s Keep Moving Forward Grants are more than just funding – they’re a lifeline of hope, helping people build momentum and start living life again.

Read more on how Triumph is helping people recover, rebuild, and thrive again.

Every one of these stories is a reminder of the difference you make. YOU power our mission.

ADAPTIVE SPORTS FESTIVAL

Join us at our Adaptive Sports Festival on Saturday, November 15th at Brookside Park in Pasadena.

This FREE, all-inclusive multi-sport event will introduce adaptive sports to the community. We'll provide all the equipment and coaching - all you need to do is register and show up!

Sign up now for a fun day filled with movement and motivation.

Keep Moving Forward Grant

Need essential equipment, supplies, or services to live more independently? Triumph Foundation is here to help!

Through our Keep Moving Forward Grant, we bridge the gap for people living with spinal cord injuries who face financial barriers to the critical resources they need. From wheelchairs and medical supplies to home modifications, we’re here to educate, support, and empower—because when you build momentum, nothing can hold you back.

Apply today and keep moving forward!

"We will educate, support, and empower people to triumph over adversity, embrace life's possibilities, and keep moving forward together." - Andrew Skinner

If you or someone you know needs help, please contact us.