Mission for Moses helps change a Kenyan man's life

A South Dakota student started 'Mission for Moses' to raise funds that sent a paralyzed Kenyan man named Moses to Hope Mobility for a wheelchair; he is now home and receiving physical therapy.

Lily Wipf met a man named Moses while visiting a rural village in Kenya. Moses had been left unable to walk after a motorbike accident and would crawl to meet visitors. After visiting Hope Mobility, which provides wheelchairs and related services, Wipf launched a fundraising effort called 'Mission for Moses.' Funds were raised to bring Moses to Hope Mobility for assessment and equipment. Known facts: - Lily Wipf met Moses during a January visit to a rural Kenyan village. - Moses was paralyzed in a motorbike accident and had been moving by crawling. - Wipf launched 'Mission for Moses' and used a GoFundMe and a Facebook page to share updates and raise money. - Hope Mobility scheduled an appointment and provided a wheelchair for Moses. - Moses returned home with the wheelchair and is receiving physical therapy to assess strength recovery. - Wipf recently graduated from Augustana and continues to work with the project while seeking donations to support ongoing care. Summary: The fundraising allowed Moses to receive a wheelchair and increased mobility, which has expanded his ability to move around and connect with others. Physical therapy is underway to evaluate any potential strength improvements. Wipf remains involved in coordinating support and fundraising for his continued care.