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
My Steps
Steps
23,795
My goal
300,000
Thank you to my supporters
Early Impact Donor
$250
Jen Mantini
$211
Aristocrat Matched
$158
Aristocrat Matched
$158
Jamison Morse
$106
Cparf Council Of Governors
Thank you for helping ensure more people can access the tools they need today and the ones still yet to be built.
$106
Petrovs
We wanted to support through Elisa, but felt bad how far behind you are, Dustin…. In other news - Luca is incredible and we love him and that’s not really news at all!
$106
Annette Espinoza
$53
Josh Brooks
$53
Lindsey Bell
$53
Kirkland & Ellis Matched
Your donation has been matched by Kirkland & Ellis! We are proud to join you in raising funds for technology innovation.
$38
Aristocrat Matched
$37
Terri Olin
Thank you for sharing. Luca is doing amazing and he seems like such a happy kiddo! Love to see his smile and watch his progress. He is doing amazing. Dustin, you are also doing amazing. He is so lucky to have you!
$30
Dustin Bartolomeo-damon
$26
Krista Aman
$26
Cparf Council Of Governors
Thank you for helping ensure more people can access the tools they need today and the ones still yet to be built.
$20
Jocelyn
$20
Aristocrat Matched
$19
Luca is the man!