Elisa Bartolomeo-Damon

STEPtember 2026

Stepping Up, Pushing Limits, and Breaking Down Barriers

Disability is a natural part of the human experience, and it touches more lives than you might realize. In the US, more than 61 million adults — that’s 1 in 4 of us — report having at least one disability. That means millions of our friends, family, coworkers, and neighbors face barriers that affect their independence, health, education, careers, and ability to live the lives they envision for themselves. 

That’s where CPARF comes in. People with kinds of disabilities have an urgent need for innovative solutions that can bridge gaps across every part of life, helping everyone participate vibrantly in their communities and pursue their dreams. 

A stroke survivor wants to bake but can’t hold her utensils or steadily pour from measuring cups. A young man who can’t use his hands wants to use programs on his computer to connect with friends and apply for jobs. A blind person wants to safely walk to their destination. 

Assistive tech supported by CPARF makes it happen, expanding access to cutting edges devices and services that help disabled people, folks with chronic conditions, and aging adults. Assistive tech helps people with mobility, communication, visual, hearing, learning, and other disabilities engage more in daily life and maintain or reclaim dignity.

Please make a donation to support this work. Your gift is more than an act of generosity. It’s a powerful investment that changes lives.  

Together, we can help build a more inclusive and accessible world for everyone.

My Fundraising

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300,000

Thank you to my supporters

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Gigi And Pops Damon

Happy birthday to our loving and beautiful daughter-in-law

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Mom & Dad

Happy Birthday

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Marian

Happy Birthday Elisa. Dustin and you are exceptional parents and to Luca the hardest working child with a spirit that we all should have.

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Maura Pollison

Happy Birthday!

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Robin Nield

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Paula Carr

Luca is doing great. We take so much for granted. Happy Bday!! Paula

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Veena Agnihotri

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Kim Hudson

Happy Birthday 🥳 Your beautiful boy is such an inspiration ❤️

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Kyra White

Happy birthday!! So happy to support such an important cause for all the incredible kids who deserve the opportunity to do things on their own terms <3

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Jessica Blackburn

Go Luca go!!!

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Amy Azarian And Family

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