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GIFT THE POWER TO MOVE

The First Step Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization helping those with spinal cord, neurological, and related disorders regain movement and mobility by providing access to the BARWIS Neurological Reengineering elite recovery program via training scholarships.

200+

Training Scholarships Awarded

$1.3m

Funds Raised

(Since 2016)

5,000+

Hours of Training Awarded

About the Program

About the First Step Foundation

The First Step Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing access to the BARWIS Neurological Reengineering elite recovery program via training scholarships for individuals suffering from spinal cord, neurological, and related disorders.

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Our Impact

Since our establishment, we have helped hundreds of individuals regain movement and mobility. We are dedicated to providing continued support and funding to ensure that all those who need our assistance have access to our program.

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How You Can Help

Your support can help us provide training scholarships to those in need. You can donate or apply for a scholarship to help us make a difference in the lives of individuals suffering from spinal cord, neurological, and related disorders.

Upcoming
Events

Stay up-to-date with the latest events from the First Step Foundation.

Our Team

Our team is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals suffering from spinal cord, neurological, and related disorders. Get to know us and our mission.

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Upcoming Events

  • First Step Foundation - Pickleball Tournament - July 20th
    First Step Foundation - Pickleball Tournament - July 20th
    First Step Foundation - Pickleball Tournament - July 20th
    Sat, Jul 20
    Boynton Beach
    Jul 20, 2024, 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM EDT
    Boynton Beach, 1901 N Seacrest Blvd, Boynton Beach, FL 33435, USA
    Jul 20, 2024, 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM EDT
    Boynton Beach, 1901 N Seacrest Blvd, Boynton Beach, FL 33435, USA
    Get ready to rally for a cause at our inaugural Pickleball Charity Event! Join us at the Hester Community Center in Boynton Beach, FL, as we paddle for a purpose, with proceeds supporting the First Step Foundation and Athletic Angels.
  • Englewood, CO - Battle of the Bags - Charity Cornhole Tournament
    Englewood, CO - Battle of the Bags - Charity Cornhole Tournament
    Englewood, CO - Battle of the Bags - Charity Cornhole Tournament
    Sat, Jun 01
    Englewood
    Jun 01, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Englewood, 4731 S Santa Fe Cir unit 3 4, Englewood, CO 80110, USA
    Jun 01, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Englewood, 4731 S Santa Fe Cir unit 3 4, Englewood, CO 80110, USA
    Join us for Battle of the Bags in Englewood, CO on June 1st! All proceeds goes towards the First Step Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to providing training scholarships and resources for those with spinal cord injuries, neurological disabilities and the like.
  • Fort Pierce, FL - Battle of the Bags - Charity Cornhole Tournament
    Fort Pierce, FL - Battle of the Bags - Charity Cornhole Tournament
    Fort Pierce, FL - Battle of the Bags - Charity Cornhole Tournament
    Sat, Jun 01
    Fort Pierce, FL
    Jun 01, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Fort Pierce, FL, 4106 Okeechobee Rd, Fort Pierce, FL 34947, USA
    Jun 01, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Fort Pierce, FL, 4106 Okeechobee Rd, Fort Pierce, FL 34947, USA
    Join us for Battle of the Bags in Fort Pierce, FL on June 1st! All proceeds goes towards the First Step Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to providing training scholarships and resources for those with spinal cord injuries, neurological disabilities and the like.
  • (Fort Pierce) Battle of the Bags - Charity Cornhole Tournament
    (Fort Pierce) Battle of the Bags - Charity Cornhole Tournament
    (Fort Pierce) Battle of the Bags - Charity Cornhole Tournament
    Sat, Feb 24
    BARWIS Fort Pierce
    Feb 24, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    BARWIS Fort Pierce, 4106 Okeechobee Rd, Fort Pierce, FL 34947, USA
    Feb 24, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    BARWIS Fort Pierce, 4106 Okeechobee Rd, Fort Pierce, FL 34947, USA
    Join us for our annual Battle of the Bags - Charity Cornhole Tournament benefitting the First Step Foundation! Sign up your team or join as a sponsor!
  • (Deerfield) Battle of the Bags - Charity Cornhole Tournament
    (Deerfield) Battle of the Bags - Charity Cornhole Tournament
    (Deerfield) Battle of the Bags - Charity Cornhole Tournament
    Sat, Feb 24
    Deerfield Beach
    Feb 24, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Deerfield Beach, 378 Hillsboro Technology Dr, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441, USA
    Feb 24, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Deerfield Beach, 378 Hillsboro Technology Dr, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441, USA
    Join us for our annual Battle of the Bags - Charity Cornhole Tournament benefitting the First Step Foundation! Sign up your team or join as a sponsor!

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Please feel free to contact us with any questions about the First Step Foundation by filling out the contact form below or by contacting our Director at agarfield@barwis.com.

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ADDRESS

378 Hillsboro Technology Dr., 

Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

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