Meet Chase! Chase is the most energetic, vibrant 10 year old around. Chase is a fifth grader at Menifee Union School District and is often on the Honor Roll. He enjoys playing video games, creating YouTube videos, power soccer, swimming, and playing with his dog, Purdy.  He has a positive attitude and a great sense of humor.  He’s everybody’s best friend, a force to be reckoned with, a truly powerful person.  

 Chase was born with a condition called AMC, Arthrogryposis Multiple Congenital/Amyoplasia. Arthrogryposis causes contractures in the joints and severity varies in each affected individual. Amyoplasia is absent muscle development. Chase is affected in all four of his extremities, so he is unable to stand or walk, and he has no movement in his hands and arms.  If you’re interested in learning more, please visit: https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases/arthrogryposis-multiplex-congenita/. 

 Before becoming a mother of a child with a physical disability, I never imagined the limitations life had for people differently-abled.   All any mother wants is for their child to have a “normal” childhood, but for families like mine, we balance fun with necessity on a daily basis.  I no longer take for granted things like using the restroom, changing clothes, moving from one position to another while sitting on the couch.  

 My husband and I do everything we possibly can to give Chase the same experiences of a typical kid his age, and I am proud of the accomplishments we have made as a family, but more importantly of Chase for reminding me of what it is to be truly humble and kind.  

When I think about what winning this adaptive bike would mean to Chase, the benefits are simply limitless.  The independence it will bring him along with the family memories we can make going to the beach, going camping, or just hanging out in the front yard bring tears to my eyes. Being able to be outside out of his chair and cruising around on a bike would mean the world to him and our family. 

 I think anyone who learned to ride a bike can remember the feeling of freedom they had the first time the wind hit their hair.  Chase deserves that burst of freedom.  He deserves the wind in his hair.  He deserves a heart full of excitement and joy.    

 Thank you for taking the time to read our campaign. Please consider voting for Chase and sharing this post.  We hope you and your family #chaseyourdreams today and everyday! <3

Chase is unable to stand, walk, and has no movement in his upper extremities. He needs this bike because having this bike would allow him to experience new adventures outside of his wheelchair.