Wheels for Kids provides wheelchairs to disabled children who are financially unable to purchase them on their own, and who do not qualify for public funding or other charitable sources. It is our belief that working parents should not have to give up their livelihoods to give their child the most healthy and independent life possible.
At Wheels for Kids our ultimate goal is to make sure a disabled child who needs a customized wheelchair receives one from Wheels for Kids after exhausting all other sources. It is important to read the following information on qualifying for a Wheels for Kids wheelchair.
It is important to read the following information on qualifying for a Wheels for Kids wheelchair.
Wheels for Kids will consider applications for wheelchairs based on the following guidelines:
1. The child must be 22 years of age or younger and a resident of Palm Beach County.
2. The child must have a disability and need a customized wheelchair for mobility.
3. The child/parent has been denied by other funding sources (including personal or private insurance).
4. Parents/families have financial restraint(s) or challenge(s) and cannot purchase a customized wheelchair without help from other sources.
Step 1: Complete the online application form below.
Step 2: Provide Wheels for Kids with the following documentation:
Step 3: A representative from Wheels for Kids will contact the family to schedule a time to meet with the parents and child, review information, and complete the application process.
If you have any questions during the application process, please call us at (561) 577-3800. Wheelchairs are subject to availability and provided at the discretion of the Board of Directors.
Wheels for Kids (WFK) was created out of Denise’s love for Ashlee. As a result of Denise’s personal joys, challenges and experiences raising her daughter, she vowed to reach out to families with children of disabilities.
A special thank you to all of our sponsors for their continued love and support of Wheels For Kids. We couldn’t do it without you. Learn more about our sponsors and how you can become one below.