Stepping Up, Pushing Limits, Breaking Barriers for CP and Beyond!
Disability is a natural part of the human experience and it touches more lives than you might think. In the U.S., 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, and careers.
Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common lifelong physical disability, affecting 18 million people worldwide. Yet research into its causes and treatments is among the most underfunded in medicine. That’s where Cerebral Palsy Alliance Research Foundation (CPARF) comes in. They fund early-stage research that meets the needs of people with CP and related conditions at every age and stage of life. These discoveries make a real difference for individuals, families, and care teams.
Because CP is a dynamic diagnosis that affects each person differently, CPARF's programs have far-reaching impact. They help inform care for other disabilities, our aging population, and society as a whole. For example, CPARF is exploring better ways to manage chronic pain without opioids; work that could change how pain is treated for everyone.
There's an equal and urgent need for innovative solutions that can bridge gaps across all parts of life, helping everyone participate fully and vibrantly in their communities and pursue their dreams.
That’s where assistive technology (AT) comes in. As a powerful driver of social equity, human dignity and inclusion, AT can improve access to learning, working, connection, and healthcare. It helps people live more independently and engage fully in daily life. Through Remarkable US, CPARF's tech accelerator, they’re expanding access to AT and helping people with disabilities, chronic conditions, and age-related challenges live healthy, dignified lives.
Will you make a donation to support this work? Your gift is more than an act of generosity, it’s a powerful investment in research and technology that changes lives.
Together, we can help build a more inclusive and accessible world for everyone.
Top fundraising teams
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Early Impact Donor
$500.00
Karen Rossi
Early Impact Donor
$263.75
Bryan Lascala
$105.50
Julian
$105.50
Jennifer Stinner
You are doing great things for people in need!!❤️❤️
$105.50
Anonymous
$105.50
Pelkola Family
Thank for supporting kids like our daughter!
$105.50
Grandma Jojo
$105.50
Mum & Dad
Great work Lizey - keep it up and London is a great place for walking. Love Mum & Dad
$104.50
Mama
I know you’ll crush September Joshy!!!
$65.00
Vinny And Lettie ❤️
Way to step up!!
$60.00
Jas
I am with you every step of the way.
$52.75
Aristocrat Matched
$52.75
Kerri Stuart
$52.75
Cristina Hannig
Congratulations Erika for this much needed fundraising. Love you
$52.75
Gibbs Family
You’re the best, Holly! We can never thank you enough for all you do for our kids.
$52.75
Anonymous
$52.75
Anonymous
Love the picture with our granddaughter, Ellie!
$52.75
Yanshi Pathak
Good luck on this initiative! - Yanshi Pathak
$52.75
Luke Bogle
Good luck on your fundraising!
$52.75
Kitt Konschak
I hope you surpass your goal! Know you are loved.
$51.00
Megaloudis Family
$50.00
Damon Hortle
Nearly there you legend! 7000 steps left for the month to hit your 450,000 target 🎯 very impressive and you've doubled mine 🙏
$37.98
Maria Rossi
$37.98
Molly Ruffle
Thanks for making a difference!
$37.98
Bill Deignan
$36.93
Sarah Epstein
$36.93
Erika Hannig-cross
$36.93
Kari Apple
$35.00
Emily Norlock
$31.65
Steffi Lao
$26.38
Georgia
Go Lize! 🏃♀️
$26.38
Cparf Board Of Directors
Your donation has been matched by the CPARF Board of Directors! Thank you for joining us in creating a more accessible and inclusive world.
$26.38
Deborah Beresford
Well done Lizey. Love Gran xx
$26.38
Clare Taber
$26.38
Nate Ruffle-deignan
$26.38
Cparf Board Of Directors
Your donation has been matched by the CPARF Board of Directors! Thank you for joining us in creating a more accessible and inclusive world.
$26.38
Anna Schuermann
$26.38
Tina Stakutis
I love you more haHA
$26.38
Richard Stakutis
$26.38
Anonymous
$26.38
Abby Stinner
$26.38
Sydney Orlov
U got this girl
$26.38
Kaitlyn Fuller
$26.38
Julia Stinner
$26.38
Wendy Stroda
$26.38
Nicole Deboor
Great way to fundraise for a great cause! Good luck!
$26.38
Kate Christopher
Proud of you!
$26.38
Linda Oconnor
$26.38
Zoe
So proud of you 🤍
$26.38
Thomas Rossi
$26.38
Kathleen Daley
$26.13
Catie Guinan
$26.13
Cparf Board Of Directors
Your donation has been matched by the CPARF Board of Directors! Thank you for joining us in creating a more accessible and inclusive world.
$26.13
Izzy Rakich
Congrats on the steps Lize ❤️
$25.00
Shelby Albert
$15.00
Brynna Cox
I love you so much and love this cause. You have such a big heart and great soul! <3
$13.00
Hannah Tuffs
$10.55
Amelia Stocking
STEP TO IT GURL
$10.55
Josh Cox
$5.28
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$3.17
Karima Manoppo
I may not have a lot but I wholeheartedly support the cause!
You’re walking the walk and we see you.