(San Antonio, TX)—”I am a winner!” that was what one Gallardo Elementary student, Gael Garcia, said when he was on an adaptive bike for the bike rodeo. Many of these students have never been on a bike because of their disabilities.
SISD Special Programs Coordinator Gary Hiett worked with the nonprofit to secure several bikes for the school. Gallardo Elementary received more than $25,000 of equipment from the Believe It Foundation.” This is all about ensuring that students with special needs feel included and know they can be a part of so much more. Often, they are on the sidelines watching other kids on bikes and now they can be free to ride too.”
The Believe It Foundation’s mission is to uplift physically challenged children in schools through inclusivity in movement. They aim to make a positive impact in communities where there is a great need, like Southside ISD, by ensuring everyone can get access to unrestricted movement and activities.
The founder of the Believe It Foundation, Andrew McAllister, says, “Far too often, these children are needlessly excluded from opportunities to participate with others when a little extra effort is all that is necessary. Attending a major sporting event, taking a family trip, participating in Scouting, or going to summer camp can all be life-changing experiences for any child, especially if physically challenged.”