They Will Surf Again
They
Will Surf Again (TWSA), originally founded as an independent
entity in 2000, is now a division of the 501(c)3 non-profit,
Life Rolls On Foundation (www.liferollson.org).
They Will Surf Again, and the programs it runs under the
Life Rolls On banner, continues to do work that reinforces
its original mission. That goal is to seek a cure for
paralysis by funding aggressive spinal cord injury (SCI)
research and concurrently, to improve the quality of life
of SCI victims through education and rehabilitation.
The
evolution of TWSA's vision includes producing They Will
Surf Again events for the Life Rolls On Foundation. The
primary focus of those events is to give disabled surfers,
and non-surfers alike, the unique opportunity to experience
the thrill of wave riding. TWSA continues to operate under
the belief that providing hope is vital to fulfilling
its dream that those suffering spinal injuries will one
day walk, and of course surf, again.
TWSA Honorary
Founder
Bob Dancey
Bob Dancey is a 46 year-old surfer who suffered a critical
spinal injury while surfing in Carlsbad, California on
March 26, 2000. Bob has limited shoulder movement but
has not regained feeling in his hands and legs. His progress
is slow and measured in small triumphs. Bob's determination
and positive attitude continue to be an inspiration to
all who come in contact with him. Through the support
of his wife, Michele, and his two teenage kids, Bob has
become a spirited leader in our fight to give help and
hope to all of those who have suffered spinal cord injuries.
TWSA
Director
Richard Yelland
Richard Yelland is the principal of Curtis Birch, Inc.,
a core market advertising agency in Venice, California.
Richard is well known for his effective, award-winning
public service advertising campaigns for organizations
such as the Partnership for a Drug-Free America and the
National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Long
a proponent of donating his time and skills to pro bono
efforts, Richard has played a major role in They Will
Surf Again's growth and success. Richard's responsibilities
have included the creation of the TWSA brand, the founding
of the TWSA nonprofit organization, production of the
TWSA First Annual Surf Pledge journey and orchestration
of all TWSA PR and advertising communications.
Contact
Information:
They Will Surf Again
1251 Electric Ave.
Venice, CA 90291
310-450-2020
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