The Travis Roy Legacy Grant Program

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Contact: Molly Sebo, SCIboston, 617-952-5643, molly@sciboston.org

SCIboston launches The Travis Roy Legacy Grant Program

SCIboston is excited to announce the continuation of its quality of life grant program for individuals with a spinal cord injury or disorder and will rename it The Travis Roy Legacy Grant Program.

The Travis Roy Foundation (TRF) was established in 1996 to help other spinal cord injury survivors and to fund research. The Travis Roy Foundation was dedicated to helping spinal cord injury survivors live more independent and hopeful lives through adaptive equipment grants. Thousands of spinal cord injured survivors have been empowered through the quality of life grant program offered by The Travis Roy Foundation.

The TRF has been winding down its operations at the wishes of Travis. SCIboston has been fortunate enough to have a strong history with Travis and the TRF, sharing in our missions to help survivors of spinal cord injury.

Since 1992, SCIboston (formerly the Greater Boston Chapter of United Spinal Association and RISE Above Paralysis) has assisted thousands of people- injured and family members alike- who have been affected by traumatic spinal cord injuries (SCIs). From the moment of injury, we offer hope through support groups and one-on-one support, understanding, and guidance. Our peer mentors and compassionate community show that rich and fulfilling lives are possible in the aftermath of injury.

Historically SCIboston’s quality of life’s grant program was funded primarily through the efforts of Trent Theroux. Trent participated in four long distance swims which raised over $200,000 for SCIboston’s grant program.

Initial funding for the Travis Roy Legacy Grant Program is from a donation from the TRF, proceeds from two wiffle ball tournaments in VT and two paddleboard and hiking campaigns by Allie Skelley.

“Receiving this funding means our organization will be able to continue to offer quality of life grants to the Spinal Cord Injury Community. This includes funding for hospital beds, shower chairs, vehicle modifications, assistive technology and other durable medical equipment that will ultimately enhance an individual’s quality of life” Molly Sebo, Executive Director SCIboston.

Brenda Roy, Travis’ mom said “We are thrilled that Travis’ legacy will live on with this grant program and we are pleased to help the spinal cord injury community in any way we can.”

Grants up to $5,000 are available to qualified individuals in MA, NH, VT, ME and RI. Applications are available on the www.sciboston.org website.

SCIboston is a dedicated group of individuals affected by a spinal cord injury or disorders (SCI/D) including family members, loved ones, healthcare associates and many more.Through grant opportunities, mentorship, support and community building, SCIboston strives to reach, inspire, support and empower individuals with spinal cord injury.

We have offices at Encompass Rehab Hospital in Woburn, MA and at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital in Charlestown, MA.

Additional information can be found at www.sciboston.org.

For more information about grant or to apply click here!