Team Nikhil Foundation
A 501(c)(3) charitable organization created to improve lives of children with multiple disabilities and complex medical needs
A 501(c)(3) charitable organization created to improve lives of children with multiple disabilities and complex medical needs
We continue to share knowledge and resources with parents and are growing this area of our organization.
We host local events with music, movement, and crafts that foster friendships between children with special needs and their peers
We award adaptations such as wheelchairs, adaptive strollers, communication devices and more.
We awarded over $8,000 of equipment in 2024!
A large portion of our budget is allocated for our Adaptive Equipment Program.
Insurance companies and state funding is limited for adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, adaptive strollers, and bicycles.
You can help close the gap! Your contribution will help empower children through our Adaptive Equipment Program.
A portion of each sale will be donated to Team Nikhil.
Adult and youth sizes available with more colors and styles!
The event: The event featured a thoughtfully designed map featuring easy-to-identify Halloween character symbols that represented each participating home. This unique approach allowed participants, especially children with special needs, to navigate the neighborhood safely and independently. The level terrain of the street made it accessible for everyone.
Participants collected a delightful assortment of treats, including candy, bubbles, note pads, and stress balls. To enhance communication, we provided tools like picture icons and voice output switches, enabling children to express their excitement with a simple “Trick-or-Treat.”
Wonderful Bedford neighbors stepped up by arranging tables on their driveways to minimize physical barriers, making it easy for all children to engage in the festivities. Each table was marked with Halloween character symbols, ensuring easy identification for the little ones as they moved along the street.
Community Engagement: The event encouraged social interaction, with many children accompanied by peer buddies or family members, creating an atmosphere of camaraderie and support. While designed primarily for children with special needs, the inclusive nature of the event welcomed all neighborhood trick-or-treaters, reinforcing our commitment to an environment where everyone can participate.
To ensure a comfortable experience, the event lasted one hour, avoiding potential overstimulation later in the evening when larger crowds typically emerge. We also provided a designated "break" spot for those needing a moment to regroup, complete with a photo booth to capture joyful memories from the night.
Impact: Parents expressed their gratitude for having a welcoming and safe space for their children, and the smiles on the kids’ faces spoke volumes about the success of the event. It was heartwarming to see the community come together to create a fun and inclusive Halloween experience for all. We’re thrilled with the positive feedback and look forward to building on this success in future events!
We are launched Team Nikhil in memory of our son, Nikhil, who lost his battle to a rare disease called Microcephaly-Capillary Malformation Syndrome. This resulted in a severe form of epilepsy known as Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome. Nikhil also had cognitive disability, was non-verbal, and was wheelchair dependent. When Nikhil died in 2021 at the age of 12, our whole world shattered. Reflecting on our journey made us realize that Nikhil taught us strength and resilience - inspiring us to help other children like him. Because it took a "team" for Nikhil to thrive, we named our organization Team Nikhil.
Nikhil's journey is beautifully captured in this video created by the Child Life Department at Hassenfeld Children's Hospital at NYU Langone:
WANT TO HELP? WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Please email us to let us know you're interested at info@teamnikhil.org
Team Nikhil supports the Inclusive initiative, welcoming neurodiversity in our community.
P.O. Box 153, Bedford, NY 10506
990-PF 2023
EIN: 88-2092277
We are recognized as a 501(c)(3) organization.
Team Nikhil Inc_Form990-PF (pdf)
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