Sparked by the dreams of a young person living with severe physical disabilities, a Shine Experience helps young people aged 11 – 21 think differently about their future, imagine new possibilities, and develop a sense of purpose that can last a lifetime.
Our program helps them gain confidence and see themself differently as someone who can vs. someone who can’t. We help lay the foundation to change the trajectory of their life.
Read life-changing Shine stories below:
Juwann’s bedroom has been transformed into his very own JAWS themed paradise, and it wouldn’t be possible without the generosity of donors like you.
There is nothing that Anna from St. John’s Newfoundland enjoys more than spending time at home. When she isn't watching TV shows or listening to music, you can find her shopping online for porcelain dolls to add to her extensive collection.
At the age of 12, Samuel Van Arnhem received a letter that he was approved for a customized experience with the Shine Foundation, a national charity that fulfills life-changing experiences for kids living with severe physical disabilities.
In 1995, at the age of 10, Steve was diagnosed with leukemia, which required him to take frequent trips to the hospital in St. John's N.L, almost four hours away from his hometown of Gander.
In 2013, you helped 11-year-old Jason Lamont as he embarked on the trip of a lifetime to Walt Disney World Resort® in Florida.
Razan is a young DJ who, at 23 years old, is already growing a great reputation in her Calgary community. For Razan, DJing provides her with a creative escape from her current reality.
Nineteen-year-old Luke from Saint John, NB loves everything about Italian food: cooking, finding new recipes, eating, and sharing his passion with his friends and family.
Ryan grew up as an active young boy in his hometown of Windsor, ON. He was very athletic and enjoyed playing hockey and soccer with his friends. But that all changed at the age of thirteen when he was diagnosed with stage four Ewing Sarcoma.
Twelve-year-old Ahmad and his brother, twenty-one-year-old AbdAllah both live with different severities of cerebral palsy but together, had wanted to build stronger connections with the world.
Five years ago (in 2015) you helped this feisty 8-year-old boy run the 5k marathon of his life. Today, at 14, he’s training for a triathlon.
When James was eight years old he had two passions: running and Star Wars.
Albert is an eleven-year old from Markham, ON who finds joy in life from being active.
Maddy McKenzie is a country music girl at heart and comes from the small town of Oakland, ON.
