Empowering Every Athlete. Inspiring Every Journey.

Empowering Para Nordic athletes to pursue their dreams by bridging the resource gap through inclusive opportunities.

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Closing the Resource Gap

We are committed to breaking financial barriers for Para Nordic athletes. We ensure:

  • Resources for all competition levels.
  • Assistance tailored to each athlete’s unique needs.
  • Inclusive opportunities designed to empower every individual.
  • Expanding access to adaptive equipment and resources within local communities, ensuring everyone has the tools to participate and succeed.
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Holistic Athlete Support

More than performance.
We focus on the whole health of our athletes:

  • Physical wellness, mental resilience, and emotional support.
  • Accessibility accommodations and adaptive equipment.
  • Encouraging time in nature as a restorative element of athletic well-being, helping athletes find balance and strength.
  • Community-building activities that foster connection and belonging.
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Building a Thriving Community

We believe in the power of community. Our programs bring athletes together to:

  • Share experiences and inspire one another.
  • Build a robust support system for both triumphs and challenges.
  • Foster a welcoming environment where individuals of all abilities can enjoy the joy of skiing together, creating lasting bonds through shared experiences.
  • Promote awareness and education about adaptive Nordic sports, encouraging understanding and inclusion within the broader skiing community.
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U.S. Paralympics Nordic Skiing

Check out the US Paralympics Nordic Skiing calendar competitions.

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Move United

Move United is focused on ensuring everyone, regardless of ability, has equal access to sports in their communities.

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Challenged Athlete Foundation

Provide opportunities and support to people with physical disabilities so they can pursue active lifestyles through physical fitness and competitive athletics.

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Narrowing the Resource Gap for Para Nordic Athletes

Resources

Recognizing the limited availability of scholarships, we are devoted to reducing disparities between developmental and national team members, ensuring that athletes at all competition levels can access the necessary resources.

Our Pledge

Our dedication extends to providing inclusive opportunities for athletes lacking sponsorships, ensuring financial constraints do not impede their potential. Through targeted support, our aim is to empower Para Nordic athletes, fostering a pathway for each individual to thrive and succeed at every level of competition.

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Our Founders

“In taking a comprehensive approach to holistic well-being, we are committed to supporting Para Nordic athletes not only in their athletic pursuits but also in nurturing their overall health and wellness.“

-Casey De Vooght, Co-founder & Executive Director

Co-founder and Executive Director, Casey De Vooght, headshot with her skis.

Casey De Vooght

Co-Founder

Board member, Kristin Wodzinski Andreae, headshot.

Kristin Wodzinski Andreae

Co-Founder

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Athlete Testimonials

Finding a sport that is fun is incredibly important for all people. The impact of staying physically active and being part of a sports community is unmeasurable. I am blind. I ski behind a guide who is in constant verbal communication with me. This allows me to compete in biathlon and cross country races. I love showing off how to make a sport accessible to the people who are so passionate about skiing! Every time I go out, people observe me ski, and it influences how they think about people with disabilities.

John Kusku
Visually Impaired Skier

Participating in this community is incredibly meaningful to me because it’s the one place where our identities aren’t in question. When we’re out there, we’re a team; we’re simply ski racers. The connections and camaraderie are powerful because we aren’t defined by our disabilities. No one sees us as ‘the person who’s blind,’ ‘the one in a sit-ski,’ or ‘the athlete with a missing limb.’ Out there, we’re just ourselves—Casey, Michael, John—each one of us a racer, not a label. This environment allows us to be truly seen and respected for who we are. It’s a privilege that we rarely experience outside of this space, where, all too often, we’re first seen by our disabilities. Here, we’re just athletes, pushing forward together.

Michael Stone
Visually Impaired Skier

Para nordic skiing has brought me into a strong community of passionate and kind individuals. My hope is to create similar opportunities for others to experience that same sense of belonging and support.

Ty Wiberg

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Scholarship

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$150
Buys a MANF Warm Up Jacket
$250
Provides a Travel Stipend
$750
Provides Equipment Package
$1,250
Provides a Nordic Sit Ski

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