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Ian Foundation Corp

In 2012, Sheila founded the Ian Foundation for her son to give voice to those who communicate differently.

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Nine minutes, not a single word. The story of a boy who wants to play with others and a mother who decided the world needed to see him. It premiered at Cannes and toured more than twenty festivals.
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Youth
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Humans
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Research
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Education
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Health
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Seniors
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Autism Awareness
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Disabilities

What We Do
Three fronts where we can change the outcome
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We bring in treatments that weren't available here
We import innovative treatment methods and train Argentine therapists in the latest advances, giving more people the opportunity to develop their capabilities.

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We generate the missing science
We partner with prestigious universities to produce information on prevention and develop innovative methods through our own research and scientific publications.

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We change the rules, not just individual cases
We aim to influence legislation so that all families—not just those who can afford it—can access the procedures that allow their loved ones to reach their full potential.

Our dream
To live in a society that values ​​diversity—where having a disability does not define the opportunities a person has in life.

Our challenge
To get involved in improving the quality of life for people with neurological and motor disorders and their families, and to mobilize society to become truly inclusive.

Our strategy
We develop tools and specialized knowledge regarding disability and inclusion, and we launch mobilization and awareness-raising initiatives for society as a whole.

Miami Beach, FL
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit, EIN 33-1580793

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Help Children in Argentina Access Pediatric Exoskeleton Tech

“Help us bring a pediatric exoskeleton to Argentina and turn advanced rehabilitation technology into a real opportunity for children who need it most.” For 15 years, Fundación Ian has worked to open doors for children with neurological and motor disabilities, because every child deserves the opportunity to reach their fullest potential. Today, we have a new goal: to bring a pediatric exoskeleton to Argentina and make this technology accessible to children who otherwise may never have the opportunity to experience it. A pediatric exoskeleton can support children during standing and walking activities, helping therapists work on mobility, posture, participation, and new therapeutic possibilities. But for many families in Argentina, access to this kind of advanced rehabilitation technology is extremely limited. We have already seen the hope this technology creates. More than 150 families expressed interest when Fundación Ian brought an exoskeleton experience to Argentina. That response made something very clear: families are ready, children deserve access, and we cannot stop here. Our next step is bigger. We want to purchase a pediatric exoskeleton that will remain in Argentina , creating ongoing opportunities for children, families, and rehabilitation professionals to access, learn from, and benefit from this technology. Your donation brings us one step closer. You are not simply helping us buy a piece of equipment. You are helping us bring opportunity, innovation, and possibility closer to children who have spent too much of their lives facing barriers. At Fundación Ian, we believe that dreaming has no limits. We believe in pushing for more, opening new paths, and giving our children every possible opportunity to develop their potential. Help us make the next step possible. Help us bring a pediatric exoskeleton to Argentina. Si querés algo todavía más fuerte para fundraising , mi título favorito sería: Every Child Deserves the Chance to Reach Their Full Potential
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