Tzvi Schectman
Friendship Circle
Lydia was born 15 weeks prematurely and has Cerebral Palsy which affects her mobility as well as several other diagnoses. She will turn 4 in June and would benefit greatly from having a special needs tryke since we love going for walks.
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Alex is 7 years old, and has down syndrome. He a sweet, lovable little boy, and loves to play outside. Alex has tried, but hasn’t been able to “master” riding on his on. This bike would be a great way to teach him how to ride for himself.
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Abbie is a sweet, amazing 11 year old girl. We are so blessed to have her here with us. She was born healthy, but got really sick a few years ago. She received a Heart AND Kidney Transplant and lost her right leg. This bike is just what she needs! Thnx.
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Kendall was a 1½ lb preemie and has cerebral palsy. Our favorite activity were bike rides along the beach. As he grew out of his WeeRide seat, it became too difficult and dangerous to ride any other way. Now 12, we pray to regain our family fun.
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Finley is always wearing a smile. You cannot be sad when you see his grin. He has had to work hard to walk, talk and learn thing others learn easily. He has a rare syndrome, hypotonia and global apraxia. This makes pedaling a traditional bike hard.
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Michel is a very active child with Cerebral palsy, mild MR and profoundly hearing impaired. In the past he tried using a regular bike but do to his weakness in his right leg he wasn't able to push hard on the pedal without it falling off. Thank you.
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Ahnika is 15 yrs old. She has global dev. delays, limited speech and mild CP. But Ahnika is pure joy! She’s always smiling and laughing (she can say “ha ha funny!) She loves the bike at school and would love 1 at home to keep her active. Thanks!
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Corey Boyle is a 16 year old boy with autism who lost most of his belongings due to hurricane Sandy in October He is still not living in his home and is handeling the situation as best as he can. He is my hero! He simply an amazing kid!
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Our superhero, Teagan, joined our family through adoption from Ethiopia in 2012. While living in the orphanage, he did not receive any therapy but he is now making great strides & is filled with so much joy. He would have a blast on the Rifton!
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Jack is three years old and he has a rare illness that encompasses many conditions. We would love this bike for our hero. He is brave and strong! He has had over 35 surgeries and keeps on smiling! Jack Jack is our hero! Thank you.
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10 Reasons Why You Should Participate In The Great Bike Giveaway
In case you missed it Friendship Circle launched the Great Bike Giveaway this past week. The Great Bike Giveaway is a national contest giving away adaptive bikes to children with special needs. We are partnering with bike companies from around the U.S. to provide some of the best adaptive bikes to the children and young adults who need them most. Over 150 participants have submitted a picture of their child with special needs and a short description of why their child needs an adaptive bike. Below are 10 submissions that we selected to highlight the need for children with special needs to have an adaptive bike.How You Can Help
1. Spread The Word
Whether you have entered this contest or not, we need your help in spreading the word about the Great Bike Giveaway. Share this post or the Great Giveaway Page so more children will have a chance to win an adaptive bike.2. Donate
You can make a small donation to help add more bikes to the Great Bike Giveaway. Once enough money is raised a new bike will be added to the drawing. Please consider donating by clicking one of the links below.
Lydia Collins
Lydia was born 15 weeks prematurely and has Cerebral Palsy which affects her mobility as well as several other diagnoses. She will turn 4 in June and would benefit greatly from having a special needs tryke since we love going for walks.
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Alex Rester
Alex is 7 years old, and has down syndrome. He a sweet, lovable little boy, and loves to play outside. Alex has tried, but hasn’t been able to “master” riding on his on. This bike would be a great way to teach him how to ride for himself.
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Abbie Levine
Abbie is a sweet, amazing 11 year old girl. We are so blessed to have her here with us. She was born healthy, but got really sick a few years ago. She received a Heart AND Kidney Transplant and lost her right leg. This bike is just what she needs! Thnx.
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Kendall
Kendall was a 1½ lb preemie and has cerebral palsy. Our favorite activity were bike rides along the beach. As he grew out of his WeeRide seat, it became too difficult and dangerous to ride any other way. Now 12, we pray to regain our family fun.
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Finley
Finley is always wearing a smile. You cannot be sad when you see his grin. He has had to work hard to walk, talk and learn thing others learn easily. He has a rare syndrome, hypotonia and global apraxia. This makes pedaling a traditional bike hard.
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Michel Porgesz
Michel is a very active child with Cerebral palsy, mild MR and profoundly hearing impaired. In the past he tried using a regular bike but do to his weakness in his right leg he wasn't able to push hard on the pedal without it falling off. Thank you.
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Ahnika Martinez
Ahnika is 15 yrs old. She has global dev. delays, limited speech and mild CP. But Ahnika is pure joy! She’s always smiling and laughing (she can say “ha ha funny!) She loves the bike at school and would love 1 at home to keep her active. Thanks!
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Corey Boyle
Corey Boyle is a 16 year old boy with autism who lost most of his belongings due to hurricane Sandy in October He is still not living in his home and is handeling the situation as best as he can. He is my hero! He simply an amazing kid!
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Teagan Wagner
Our superhero, Teagan, joined our family through adoption from Ethiopia in 2012. While living in the orphanage, he did not receive any therapy but he is now making great strides & is filled with so much joy. He would have a blast on the Rifton!
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Jack Levesque
Jack is three years old and he has a rare illness that encompasses many conditions. We would love this bike for our hero. He is brave and strong! He has had over 35 surgeries and keeps on smiling! Jack Jack is our hero! Thank you.
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