World Day for Assistive Technology
Today, we're celebrating the first World Day for Assistive Technology alongside Unlock The Everyday and ATscale, the Global Partnership for Assistive Technology.
Access to Assistive Technology (AT) is a human right but only 10% of people in emerging countries can access the care they need.
AT can mean the difference between:
📚 Accessing #education or staying home from school
🧑🔬 Securing #employment or facing unemployment
👥 Experiencing #inclusion or isolation
🗝️ Living a life of #opportunity or dependency
Since 2003, we have provided over 23,000 children in emerging countries with free, high-quality, prosthetic limbs, appropriately fitted wheelchairs, and orthotic braces.
Our work continues as we strive to reach those still in need. Together, we can improve access to AT, unlocking the everyday for people everywhere.
Learn more about #UnlockTheEveryday: https://unlocktheeveryday.org/
Learn more about #ALTSO: www.altso.org
#WorldATDay #OandP #AssistiveTechnology
On our last day of #MoveForALTSO, we move in honor of Coolkids like Ayushman. A new CoolKid this year, Ayushman is always on the move, radiating happiness wherever he goes.
Whether he’s running, jumping (flying?!), walking, or playing, his infectious joy is proof that nothing beats the feeling of moving independently.
Donate to provide children living with untreated disabilities the mobility aids they need to move: https://charity.pledgeit.org/moveforaltso
📹: Captured by Director of Programs, AJ Warco, on his site visit to our program with GetBak India this month
#MoveForALTSO #oandp #India
Mobility affects only our CoolKids, but their families too.
Last year, we provided Sengsavanh with her first wheelchair. Living with cerebral palsy and unable to move independently, Sengsavanh had previously relied on her mother to carry her everywhere.
Now, they both feel "happy and independent" and enjoy visiting the park together, Sengsavanh's favorite activity.
It is estimated that only 15% of the world’s population who need a #wheelchair have access to one. This week, our community is rallying together to move 5,000 miles and raise $50,000 to address this disparity.
Join us to make mobility a reality for all who need it: https://charity.pledgeit.org/moveforaltso
#MoveForALTSO
This week we're MOVE-ing in honor of kids like Thongsouk, a CoolKid on and off the court.
While shooting hoops with Thongsouk in Laos this February, we were reminded that the path to success requires #patience and #persistence. But every missed shot bring us closer to the perfect one.
This week, every Move we make and donation raised keeps Thongsouk moving forward with his Joshi prosthetic limb. His gratitude echoes louder than any buzzer-beater: “[my] new prosthetic leg has changed my life completely and I am very happy for that.”
Make a donation to help us reach $50,000 to enroll 100 new children for critical mobility care: https://charity.pledgeit.org/moveforaltso
#MoveForALTSO #oandp #disabilityawareness #inclusion
We're only halfway through Day 1 of #MoveForALTSO and our community is already MOVE-ING in full force! From all corners of the globe - NYC, London, Slovenia, Chicago, Italy, and beyond - it's incredibly powerful to witness our community coming together to support our CoolKids.
Our goal: 5,000 miles. $50,000. Here are the stats as of Day 1 at 4:00 PM ET:
⏩: 186 miles moved
🩵: $14,885 raised to help CoolKids walk & roll
🏆: Bill Maher with 24.7 miles logged - leading the charge!
🏅: Ray McKenzie with $1,050 raised - every dollar counts!
Sign up or make a donation to help us reach our goal: https://charity.pledgeit.org/moveforaltso
Special shoutout to teams 1K Movers & Shakers, ALTSO All Stars, and North West Walkers for their outstanding dedication!
Let's keep the momentum going. 💪
#oandp #charityevents #charity
It's GO time! Join us this week as we bike, walk, run, roll - MOVE - to provide 100 children in emerging countries with the same freedom. Here's how you can help:
1) Sign up and #MoveForALTSO with us. We're moving 5,000 miles in 5 days - starting today!
2) Donate and support our movers while providing critical mobility care. $25 provides a prosthetic foot; $100 an orthotic brace; $250 a Joshi prosthetic limb; $500 an appropriately fitted wheelchair.
https://charity.pledgeit.org/moveforaltso
#oandp #charity #biking
Move
Starting Monday, May 6, join us as we walk, roll, run, bike - MOVE - to provide 100 children in emerging countries with the same freedom.
5 days. 5,000 miles. $50,000.
It's not too late to sign up to #MoveForALTSO. Our top mover and fundraiser will each win a voucher for a free pair of shoes from event sponsor Right To Run, On's social impact program. https://charity.pledgeit.org/moveforaltso
If you can't join us, consider making a donation to help us reach $50,000. Event proceeds will help provide free prosthetic limbs, orthotic braces, and appropriately fitted wheelchairs to children in emerging countries.
Thanks so much to our movers who have already signed up.
#oandp #assistivetechnology
Have you signed up to #MoveForALTSO yet? 🏃♂️Virtual Movement #Competition🏃 From May 6th to May 10th, help us move 5,000 miles in 5 days. Join the ALTSO team or create your own. Walk, run, bike, swim, or roll and track your mileage to help us
Have you signed up to #MoveForALTSO yet?
🏃♂️Virtual Movement #Competition🏃
From May 6th to May 10th, help us move 5,000 miles in 5 days. Join the ALTSO team or create your own. Walk, run, bike, swim, or roll and track your mileage to help us reach 5,000 miles.
🏓Pickleball Tournament 🏓
On May 9th, join us at Court 16’s Manhattan location for a #Pickleball round robin tournament. Spots are limited!
Celebrate Mobility Awareness Month with us and Move however you can, because you can, to raise $50,000 and transform the lives of 100 CoolKids.
https://bit.ly/4d7IMdQ
Mobility is more than just getting from point A to point B — it's the key to unlocking opportunities. This May, celebrate Mobility Awareness Month and #MoveForALTSO however you can, because you can — to raise $50,000 and transform the lives of 100 CoolKids. There are two ways to Move:
1️⃣ MOVE with Us. From May 6th to May 10th, we're moving 5,000 miles in 5 days. Walk, run, bike, swim, or roll. The pace and path are yours to choose, let's make every move count. PLUS, thanks to our event sponsor Right To Run, On's social impact program, the top mover and fundraiser will each win a voucher for a pair of shoes!
Sign up: https://charity.pledgeit.org/moveforaltso
2️⃣ MOVE on the Court: On May 9th, join us at Court 16 - Tennis Remixed’s Manhattan location for a Pickleball round-robin tournament. Get ready to serve up some fun for a good cause! Form a team or sign up as a free agent.
Sign up: https://charity.pledgeit.org/moveforaltsopickleball
Your commitment matters. Take a step forward for the next generation of CoolKids because you have the power to transform lives.
Special thanks to event sponsors Right To Run, On's social impact program, and Court 16 - Tennis Remixed.
Gait training just got cooler! When our CoolKids rock their first (or a new) prostheses, it's important they receive training to walk smoothly, comfortably, and safely. Here's why gait training is so important:
1) Early issue detection: Each step provides clues for technicians, helping them identify any needs for realignment or adjustments to the prosthetic.
2) Injury Prevention: Proper gait reduces the risk of strains, falls, and other injuries that can occur when a CoolKid has an improper gait.
3) Confidence Boost: Mastering the right gait empowers our CoolKids to embrace their prosthetic, enhancing their confidence as they navigate daily life with security and independence.
4) Improved Mobility: Our CoolKids move efficiently, making it easier to get around and enjoy all the opportunities that mobility brings.
📸: Gait training spotted during our recent site visit at our program with Exceed in Cambodia
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#Instagood #Charity #Amputee #AmputeeLife #Prosthetics #OandP #proteses #amputados #Prosthetic #disability #disabilityawareness #protese #limbdifference #limbloss #prostheticleg
Behind the scenes of a CoolKid Portrait session with Sopriya in Cambodia at our program with Exceed!
Together we've kept Sopriya moving with free mobility care for 13 years. Thank you so much!
Music: @the_goodfilms on Instagram
WOW - we are absolutely blown away by your incredible generosity! Together, we raised over $80,000 in our end-of-year campaign, surpassing our goal of $70,000! Your support will bring critical mobility solutions to children in need, giving them the chanc
WOW - we are absolutely blown away by your incredible generosity! Together, we raised over $80,000 in our end-of-year campaign, surpassing our goal of $70,000! Your support will bring critical mobility solutions to children in need, giving them the chance to experience a life full of possibilities. 💙
Thanks to YOU, we are starting this new year with boundless hope and excitement! The impact of your contributions will be felt by countless children, and we can't wait to share their incredible stories of transformation with you.
Our CoolKids have a long journey ahead, but with your support, we know they can achieve anything. Thank you for making this a very happy new year for them and for us! Let's continue to make a difference together.
📸: CoolKid Anjanaben receiving training on her new prosthesis at our program with GetBak India
#oandp
We think this video perfectly captures the spirit of what we achieve together. It's a beautiful reminder of the joy we create every day through the power of mobility. Thank you so much. http://www.altso.org #oandp
We think this video perfectly captures the spirit of what we achieve together. It's a beautiful reminder of the joy we create every day through the power of mobility. Thank you so much. https://bit.ly/48tzwhb
#oandp
Did you know that 90% of children living with disabilities in developing countries lack access to the essential mobility care they urgently need? Mobility care is the difference between isolation and inclusion.
The good news is: for twenty years we have been changing this. Thanks to the support of our community, we have transformed the lives of more than 22,600 CoolKids with access to high-quality wheelchairs, prosthetic limbs, and orthotic braces.
The mark you leave behind is determined by the impact you have on others. This year, let's join forces and create an even greater impact together!
We are fortunate to have a generous donor who has pledged $10,000 in matching gifts. This means that your contribution can have twice the impact.
These matching funds will be available until December 31st. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference. Donate now and watch your contribution go twice as far. 💙 Visit https://www.altso.org/
This #GivingTuesday, we're celebrating YOU. Together, we've transformed 22,786 lives since 2003. We are filled with gratitude for your support and the CoolKids who have been provided mobility because of your generosity.
The unfortunate truth is, 9 in 10 children living with disabilities in the developing world cannot afford treatment and, as a result, do not attend school.
To help 140 CoolKids walk & roll into a brighter new year, we're raising an additional $70,000 by December 31st. Will you help us?
A generous donor has pledged $10,000 in matching gifts to help us get there. You can make your tax-deductible end of year gift here: https://www.altso.org/eoy?form=eoy
On behalf of our CoolKids and their families, thank you.
Video Production + Music: Rolando Nieves & Ryan Liatsis
We want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to each and every one of you who has rocked with us over the twenty years. Your support has been the driving force behind our mission and has helped provide life-changing mobility aids to over 22,
We want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to each and every one of you who has rocked with us over the twenty years. Your support has been the driving force behind our mission and has helped provide life-changing mobility aids to over 22,000 CoolKids and counting!
Together, we've given these incredible kids so much more than just the ability to move. We've given them independence, access to education, and a pathway to future gainful employment. 💙
But our fight is not over yet. We envision a future where every child, regardless of their circumstances, has access to mobility because mobility is more than just movement – it's a human right.
Join us tomorrow evening for an unforgettable 20th Anniversary Rocktoberfest-NYC, and let's celebrate two decades of changing lives together!
Special thanks to our sponsors including: Element Capital, ICE, Ray Bloch Productions, SteelEye, Clear Street, and NYSE.
#RockForGood #Rocktoberfest
It's October 1st and it's officially #Rocktoberfest season!! This year's events will celebrate 20 years of ALTSO. Since 2003, the lives of 22,000 children have been transformed thanks to the incredible contributions of our musicians, sponsors, attendees,
It's October 1st and it's officially #Rocktoberfest season!!
This year's events will celebrate 20 years of ALTSO. Since 2003, the lives of 22,000 children have been transformed thanks to the incredible contributions of our musicians, sponsors, attendees, and supporters. Your generosity has made a lasting impact -- thank you.
We continue to #RockForGood because an astonishing 9 in 10 children living with disabilities in the developing world cannot afford treatment, and as a result, do not attend school.
Please join us this October, as we celebrate all that we've achieved, and keep fighting for a future where every child has access to mobility care. Mobility is more than movement, it's a human right.
Buy tickets for our #Rocktoberfest events or donate below. Your support is an investment in the future of the next generation.
🎸Rocktoberfest-Chicago - 10.05 - City Winery http://www.altso.org/rocktoberfestchicago
🎸Rocktoberfest-NYC - 10.19 - Hard Rock Cafe https://bit.ly/3PtQ2FK
#ChicagoEvents #NYCEvents #CSR
This October, we're celebrating 20 years of #ALTSO and 20 years of #Rocktoberfest! We may be a little bias, but we think we have the coolest event of the season. But don't take our word for it... check out what a few of our attendees had to say at our 15
This October, we're celebrating 20 years of #ALTSO and 20 years of #Rocktoberfest! We may be a little bias, but we think we have the coolest event of the season. But don't take our word for it... check out what a few of our attendees had to say at our 15th Annual Rocktoberfest-NYC.
Grab tickets for our 20th Anniversary Rocktoberfest-NYC, to be held on October 19th at The Hard Rock Cafe: https://bit.ly/3QQbzuV
Or join us in Chicago on October 5th: https://bit.ly/3E3kaTg
#ThrowbackThursday