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The Zachary G. Wallace Fund is dedicated to the memory of four year old Zachary Wallace, who died in January 2005 after suffering from an undiagnosed blood and immunological disease. His illness caused a spinal cord injury which resulted in extensive physical damage when he was two years old, included paralysis from the waist down and blindness. He fought for two years to walk again and did so through daily physical and occupational therapy.
It is in his memory that the Zachary Wallace Fund works to provide assistance to other families with children who have suffered physical injury or disability due to unknown or rare diseases. Funds raised will go towards therapy equipment, like walkers and wheelchairs, or medical equipment needed to monitor an illness. The Fund strives to make recovery or endurance of illness less stressful to families who need extra financial support.
His four years on earth were more empowering, inspirational and blessed than many people ever experience in a lifetime. We hope to keep his memory alive and his spirit an inspirational to others.
Parents Natalie (Thorpe) Wallace and Don Wallace believe that the Zachary Wallace Fund does so much good for children and families in their community. Lifelong residents of Montgomery Township, PA, they rely on local businesses, neighbors, friends and family to help raise the much needed money that is given in Zach’s memory.
The Zachary Wallace Fund
If you or someone you know is going through a tough time and could use a helping hand, please know that you are not alone. There are people out there who care about you and want to help. Whether it’s a friend, a family member, a neighbor, or a complete stranger, there is always someone who is willing to lend a listening ear or offer a helping hand.
In particular, if you know a child with special needs who could use some extra support, please don’t hesitate to ask for help. Raising a child with special needs can be a challenging and rewarding experience, but it can also be overwhelming at times. There are resources available to help you navigate the challenges and find the support you need to thrive.
Remember, we are all in this together. Let’s lift each other up and offer a helping hand whenever we can. Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of children with special needs. Please provide a letter or document from you health care provider.