Wondering what to do with that old cane you no longer use in the closet? Is that drawer of used canes collecting dust and taking up space? Donate your old canes to the “You Cane Give” initiative. We are collecting donated canes to refurbish and send to individuals who are blind and visually impaired around the world. Let’s face it, we have it good in America. With the click of a button, we can order almost anything we need, including a cane. In countries like Mexico, China, India, and South Africa, people do not have access to the proper tools that empower them: White canes provide independence, safety, and success. Do not let your canes go to waste! “You Cane Give” allows you to help us give your used cane to a person far away who needs it!

James Boehm has spoken with many individuals around the world who have shared heartbreaking stories of family and friends who have died because of attempting to travel across the street without a cane. Initially, our focus was on empowering the blind, changing stereotypes, and equipping them for equality and independence. But we realized that it is so much more than that. “Blind people are actually losing their lives,” James says. In our trip to Kenya, blind organizations are referring to the shortage of canes as a “white cane famine!” You Cane Give not only empowers the lives of the blind but also saves lives. We need canes in all sizes. We are able to send folding and straight canes overseas. We have numerous contacts worldwide, with current projects ongoing in Kenya, Nigeria, Ecuador, and Panama, to name a few, with individuals wishing for a cane of their own. As of 2020, we have sent over 500 canes to over 15 countries around the world, thanks to your support!

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