Darrell Gwynn Foundation

Founded in 2002 by champion NHRA drag racer Darrell Gwynn and his wife Lisa, the Darrell Gwynn Foundation works to provided awareness, prevention, support and ultimately a cure for paralysis. Since its founding, DGF has donated over $1M in wheelchairs. On average, the Foundation donates two to three high-tech, customized, wheelchairs every month. On the right is wheelchair recipient, 15 year old Erasmo Portilla with his old chair (right) and new chair (left) which will enable him to live with more independence and as well as properly support his posture, significantly decreasing his back pain and risk of further spine damage.