Q: How many people need a wheelchair but cannot afford one?

A: It is estimated that at least 100 million children and adults worldwide need a wheelchair. Some international organizations believe that the number could be as high as 6 percent of the population of developing countries.

Q: Where are the wheelchairs manufactured?

A: Right now, we purchase wheelchairs from several manufacturers in China that build a quality product designed to be easily maintainable in developing countries.

Q: How much does a wheelchair cost?

A: We purchase and deliver a wheelchair to our partners worldwide for only $150. This wheelchair would normally cost $375 in the United States, but because of the large quantities it allows us to deliver one for only $150. This same type of wheelchair sells for up to $1,700 in developing countries. We ship in 280 wheelchair sea-containers.

Q: How much do I have to donate to deliver a wheelchair to a disabled person?

A: $75. The Wheelchair Foundation has been gifted a specific amount of funds to combine with each new $75 donation to deliver a wheelchair. A donation of $21,000 will deliver a 280-wheelchair container. (280 x $150 = $42,000) The Wheelchair Foundation will match any donations of $21,000 and send the container wherever the partner wants it to go.

Q: How do you decide who gets a wheelchair?

A: We distribute wheelchairs worldwide through a network of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) that have ongoing humanitarian relief missions in the countries of wheelchair destination. These distribution partners handle all aspects of the importation and distribution of the wheelchairs and know how to reach the people in need. Our "NGO" guarantees the wheelchairs will be properly delivered.

Q: Can I designate to which country I want my donation to go?

A: We collect donations and then send 280-wheelchair containers to our distribution partners in countries that have been identified as in great need. For a donation of $21,000, you can pick the country from our list of approved destinations where we enjoy established and successful distribution relationships.

Q: How do I know that my money has purchased and delivered a wheelchair?

A: For every $75 tax-deductible donation, you will receive a beautiful presentation folder containing a 5 x 7 inch color photo of your wheelchair recipient, along with a certificate telling you the person's name, age, country and the wheelchair number.

Q: What is the goal of the Wheelchair Foundation?

A: Our goal is to distribute one million wheelchairs in the next five years, and to further the awareness that a wheelchair is no longer an unaffordable item for delivering in developing countries throughout the world.

Q: How can you help?

A: (1) Make a donation. Your tax-deductible donation will make the difference between people wanting to live or die.

(2) Get the word out! Tell everyone you know about the Wheelchair Foundation...the most ambitious relief mission of its kind in the history of our civilization

(3) Have a fund-raiser! A dinner or cocktail party in your home can serve as a venue to tell people about helping others. Local businesses, organizations and schools can all help. We will supply everything you need to help us change the world.

(4) Corporate sponsorship. Help us find corporations that have do business overseas or have major presence in your community. We can target their sponsorship to specific countries or specific cities. We will put a label on the wheelchair identifying the sponsor of an entire 280-wheelchair container. Many people will be given a new lease on life.

(5) Foundations must give away a percentage of their assets every year. If you know an attorney or CPA that sits on the Board or has influence with a Foundation-give them our address and phone number...Please.