Help Sofia Get the Therapy and Care She Needs to Thrive

Sofia is a bright, affectionate girl who lives with severe cerebral palsy. She cannot walk, sit up or speak on her own, and depends on her mother for every moment of her day — feeding, bathing, moving and comfort.

Her mother, a single caregiver in a small town in northern Brazil, gave up working to look after Sofia full-time. Recently, with the help of neighbors, they received an adapted pink wheelchair — the first time Sofia could go outside and feel the sun in comfort. Her smile that day said everything.

But the wheelchair was only the beginning. Sofia needs ongoing physical therapy to prevent painful muscle contractures, daily anti-seizure medication, special nutrition and diapers — costs that a family with no income simply cannot cover.

Your gift will fund six months of physical therapy, medication and essential care supplies. Every dollar goes directly toward keeping Sofia healthy, comfortable and smiling.