With the snow finally melting in New York City, we are thrilled to participate in something as exciting as the 2014 NYC Half Marathon on March 16th. We have six enthusiastic runners this year, each raising a minimum of $1,000 that will go directly to helping children in need of crutches. They have persevered through an extremely cold training season and raised close to $10,000 (and counting). Thanks to them and their supporters, over 1,000 children in impoverished communities across the globe will receive a pair of crutches. This gift will give them the opportunity to go to school, gain access to food and water, and play with their friends. (Click to read more about our runners).
Ken Shubin-Stein, Co-Founder of Crutches 4 Kids, shares his experience from a recent trip to Peru to see our crutches in action.
Crutches 4 Kids, a non-profit dedicated to providing crutches for children in need around the world, is looking for a bright and energetic part-time Program Assistant/Officer to support the growth of our programs. The position is dynamic and perfect for someone who thrives in entrepreunral and start-up environments. There is lots of room for growth and added responsibilities depending on the candidate's skills and performance level.
Premiere Physical Therapy and Wellness, a leading NYC Tri-State orthopedic and sports rehabilitation practice, is planning a crutch drive for Crutches 4 Kids January 13-31st, 2014. All 13 locations in Manhattan, Westchester and Conneticut will participate in the collection efforts.
The Employee Activities Committee at the Hospital for Special Surgery is hosting a hospital-wide crutch drive for Crutches 4 Kids October 7-18th! Please help us spread the word. See attached flyer for drop-off bin details on the UES of Manhattan (near 70th & York).
One of our rock-star crutch drive organizers this summer, Jeremy Perillo, submitted the following story of his crutch drive experience to the Boy Scout's magazine. He gave us permission to share it here. His passion for helping others is inspiring and we can't thank him enough for his hard work.
Crutches 4 Kids is pleased to announce that is expanding its hospital recycling program to the HJD Center for Children at the Hospital for Joint Diseases, NYU Langone Medical Center.
UPDATE AS OF JUNE 21ST - THE PROGRAM ASSISTANT POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED. Thanks to everyone who took the time to apply.
Ever dream of running the ING New York City Marathon? Run for Crutches 4 Kids - run to bring hope to thousands of children and young adults in need!
Crutches 4 Kids is joining forces with the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) and the HSS Rehabilitation Network (a hospital-based network of 130 preferred rehabilitation providers) to collect crutches for children in need around the world.
Crutches 4 Kids is pleased to announce the formation of a Board of Advisors to support Crutches 4 Kids's mission - to bring mobility, independence and hope to children in need around the world! The Board of Advisors will provide Crutches 4 Kids with invaluable strategic input and fundraising support to help it better achieve it goals and mobilize awareness!
Crutches 4 Kids is a proud partner of the 5th Annual Reelabilities: NY Disabilities Film Festival MARCH 7th-12th. Join us for remarkable films, engaging discussions, and special events!
Many thanks to Brenda Porter and S.T.E.M. Academy in East Orange, NJ, for donating 70 pairs of crutches and 30 canes to Crutches 4 Kids! Your donation will help 100+ people in need of mobility aids! We can't thank you enough!
Crutches 4 Kids is pleased to announce it has partnered with Columbia Orthopaedics and East Coast Orthotic & Prosthetic to provide eight new crutch recycling drop-off locations in the New York metropolitan area!
