Achilles International
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March 10, 2010
4 weeks after my husband lost both of his legs in Iraq, representatives from the Achilles Track Club came to his hospital room and suggested he come out to participate in a hand crank bike race. A week later they invited him to race in the New York Marathon. As it turns out, what they actually invited him to do was become part of a new family. To date, my husband has completed 1 full marathon and 2 half marathons with this amazing club. They gave him hope and focus, and they gave me a way to connect with other wives and mothers who understood what I was going through. They inspire people to stand up and live their best lives in the face of devastating adversity and that is truly a gift.
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If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
If Achilles had 10 million dollars they could buy 500 hand crank bikes and sponsor 5000 severely injured soldiers for races all over the globe.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About once a year
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2007
March 10, 2010
Achilles Freedom Team of Wounded Soldiers has transformed people whose lives have been torn apart by war and who have had the courage to stand up when America called for defense of its borders. The commitment of the organization to the wounded servicemen and women is simply amazing for giving back the lives to these men and women injured serving in our nation's Armed Services.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
seeing the vitality restored to participants in the Freedom Team of Wounded Soldiers and its overall impact on their lives.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
how participating in marathons changes shattered lives into pride of purpose.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
able to connect in meaningful ways with participants in the marathons.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
March 9, 2010
Achilles is a wonderful organization that truly has the power to change lives. It helps people be active and achieve.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Boston and NYC Marathons
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the athletes, staff and volunteers
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
dedicated, professional, and enthusiastic
Ways to make it better...
More could participate
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
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