Lismore, New South Wales, Australia
A laptop for Giaan
When Giaan’s family couldn’t afford a new laptop, she thought leaving school and getting a job was the only solution – then along came Variety.
Darwin, NT Australia
Giving Aviana the gift of mobility
Aviana has SMA1. We helped get her out and about with a special electrical wheel chair and vehicle modifications
Detroit, MI
On the Move with Briella
Briella makes strides in her mobility journey with the help of Variety Detroit.
Palm Desert, CA
A Gift for Nenetzy!
Nenetzy’s determination is an example of what fuels the efforts of Variety to continue enhancing the lives of children with special needs.
Australia
Archie’s Story
Archie has been on an incredible journey since he was diagnosed with an extremely rare neurological disease – and Variety has been there to help him out.
Western Australia
Brooklyn’s Story
Meet Brooklyn, a happy cheerful girl with a contagious giggle and smile. Brooklyn received a Variety Grant for a gravity chair to assist with numerous medical conditions and allow her to get out and about in the sunshine more.
Burlington, Wisconsin
Advancing from the Adaptive Ballroom Dance Floor to the World Paradance Competition Stage!
Variety of Wisconsin provides life-enriching grant to 12-year-old girl to pursue her passion of ballroom dance.
Western Australia
Atwell Toy Library
The kids have been having a blast exploring their new toys and sensory equipment at The Atwell Toy Library!
Western Australia
Eloise reconnects with her passion
Fifteen-year-old Eloise’s life was turned upside down when she was involved in a horrific mountain biking accident in 2019 and as a result, acquired a severe brain injury. Prior to her accident, Eloise was a mountain biking champion, and was a passion she shared with her whole family.
Western Australia
Sister gives the gift of confidence
Seven-year-old Abigail lives with Alopecia Areata; an autoimmune disease which often results in long-term hair loss.
Seeing the impact of this condition on her younger sister, Abigail’s sister chose to chop off her long hair so that it could be made into a wig for Abigail.
Northern Virginia, US
Forte’s Story
With multiple challenges to overcome following his birth at 25 weeks, Forte is now a fighter with a great smile! Variety DC was delighted to support his continued growth and therapy with his own Rifton Pacer.
Universal Children’s Day 2018
On 20 November 2018 many countries around the World celebrate Universal Children’s Day – a day on which the United Nations promotes and celebrates children’s rights – the right to life, health, education, protection from violence and discrimination – the right to live, laugh and learn. Read the full post by clicking below. FOR MORE
When the Barista Asked What My Son With Special Needs Has
By Jill Zane I stopped at my usual morning iced coffee place, and as I was paying for my caffeine, the woman behind the counter asked what Caden has. She asked because I was wearing my Team Caden shirt — a shirt I wear with pride as often as possible, a shirt that has raised
U.S. parents report rise in children with mental, developmental disabilities.
“Part of the problem with the word ‘disabilities’ is that it immediately suggests an inability to see or hear or walk or do other things that many of us take for granted. But what of people who can’t feel? Or talk about their feelings? Or manage their feelings in constructive ways? What of people who
