Sparked by the imagination of a young person living with severe physical disabilities, a Shine Dream 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:
Some young teens like pop music, some like cars, but for twelve-year-old Spencer, he is enthralled by space! The great universe surrounding us keeps Spencer wanting stellar answers to his interstellar questions.
Fourteen-year-old Faith is a happy, bubbly, outgoing young person with quite a contagious laugh. She loves being active and is always looking for new ways to stay fit and connect with her family.
Seventeen-year-old Cassandra lives with a spinal cord injury as a result of a life-changing trauma that happened only three years ago.
Nineteen-year-old Autumn started college last year and discovered that her current computer technology was holding her back from the ambitions she had for her future.
Nineteen-year-old Josh lives with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a neuromuscular condition that affects his nerves.
Living with several severe disabilities that affect his mobility and cognition, fifteen-year-old Logan has an insatiable passion for cars and driving.
As the sun was beginning to set on a warm Fall day, eighteen-year-old Josh stood in his driveway, not knowing that in a few minutes his future was about to shine brighter.
Fifteen-year-old Austin is an active teen who lives with cerebral palsy and loves playing
From communicating with friends to operating her front door, technology helps in all aspects of maintaining seventeen-year-old Ainsley’s independence.
Shine Dreams help young people living with severe physical disabilities think differently about their future and develop a sense of purpose that gives them the confidence and tools to contribute to their society.
Maggie has a need for speed, which requires skill, determination, and a custom-fit racing chair that could keep up with her.
Twelve-year-old Carter is like most young people his age with an older sibling and friends. He wants to be able to participate in the same activities as them.
