Rick Hansen and the Rick Hansen Foundation

Twenty-five years ago, with drive and determination, Rick Hansen wheeled through 34 countries in 26 months to complete his now-famous Man In Motion World Tour. His incredible worldwide journey inspired and electrified an entire nation to believe that anything is possible and moved thousands of people to make a difference in their communities.

That same drive and determination has been embraced by the Rick Hansen Foundation— a registered charity established in 1988—to raise awareness of the potential of people with disabilities, accelerate progress in building inclusive communities and achieve breakthroughs in spinal cord injury (SCI) research.

At the heart of our work is the belief that all of us can make a difference. Join us on our journey as we strive to make the world a healthier and more inclusive place.

About Rick

Where did Rick Hansen’s vision of leadership originate? How did he advance his ideas to bring positive change? The answers can be found in the days after the accident that left him paralyzed.

About RHF

The Rick Hansen Foundation identifies significant needs and unites leaders and organizations to collaborate and take action for positive change with a broad impact towards a healthy and inclusive world.

Make a Difference

We’re proud to continue our work of accelerating progress toward a healthy and inclusive world. Learn more about how you can be a difference maker by joining Rick in his journey.