Your support makes a difference!
Read about the projects the Christopher Mensch Foundation has funded over the years with the help of friends, family, volunteers, and supporters like you. Together, we make a difference in the lives of special needs children and their families right here in our community.
1996
Christopher Mensch
age 12
Levittown, PA
This project in Levittown involved the funding and volunteer labor for an addition of a new handicap accessible bedroom and bathroom. Christopher was a happy, loving boy - and the inspiration for the foundation. Sadly, he passed away in 1997, but his memory lives on through the good works of the Christopher Mensch Foundation.
1999
Eric, age 15
Levittown, PA
The foundation supported the funding and volunteer labor to construct a handicap accessible bedroom and bathroom.
2001
Matt, age 9
Fairless Hills, PA
The foundation supported the funding and volunteer labor to construct an extended handicap accessible bedroom and bathroom for Matt and his brother Mike, who shares the same disability.
2002
Margie, age 19
Levittown, PA
The foundation supported the funding and volunteer labor for renovating an existing bathroom with handicap accessible shower.
2003
Alissa, age 10
Penndel, PA
The foundation supported the funding of a ceiling lift system to allow Alyssa to more easily move throughout her home.
2003
Tony, age 9
Bensalem, PA
The foundation supported the funding of a ceiling lift system to allow Tony to more easily move throughout his home.
2003
Ashley, age 16
Croydon, PA
The foundation supported the funding of the repair of a handicap accessible shower installation.
2004
Scotty, age 11
Yardley, PA
The foundation supported $8,000 funding of a house wide ceiling lift to allow Scotty to spend more time with his family throughout the day.
2004
Tony, age 10
Bensalem, PA
Tony was a two time recipient. The foundation provided $17,000 in funding for a mini-van and installation of a handicap accessible van lift. In addition to this, a new battery for his ceiling lift was provided.
2005
Spencer, age 4
Chalfont, PA
The foundation provided $7,000 in funding of a handicap accessible ramp and deck to the front of their house to allow Spencer to enjoy his neighborhood.
2006
Marc, age 11
Churchville, PA
The foundation provided $23,000 in funding for the expansion of his existing bedroom, including a handicap accessible bathroom with a ceiling lift.
2007
Jackie, age 9
Bensalem, PA
The foundation provided $8,800 in funding for the installation of a ceiling lift throughout her house, which allowed easier access for her to be with her family during the day.
2008
Kathleen, age 16
Bensalem, PA
The foundation provided $3,300 in funding for a custom mobile wheelchair that was essential for Kathleen remaining safe in her activities.
2009
Joe
Levittown, PA
Joe was the first adult recipient of the foundation. The foundation provided $10,400 in funding for a handicap accessible bathroom renovation.
2010
Alyssa, age 10
Levittown, PA
The foundation provided $26,500 in funding of an addition consisting of an expanded bedroom which included a custom changing table as well as handicap accessible bathroom.
2010
Cymil, age 12
Levittown, PA
The foundation provided $16,600 in funding of transportation costs as well as the custom installation of a van lift that was performed in Phoenix, Arizona.
2011
Aiden, age 4
Morrisville, PA
The foundation provided $5,900 in funding for the installation of a van lift.
2012
Brandon, age 17
Fairless Hills, PA
The foundation supported the funding for a handicapped accessible bathroom.
2012
Courtney, age 12
Langhorne, PA
The foundation funded the renovation of a bathroom and bedroom. A ceiling lift and shower bed were installed.
2013
Lindsay, age 10
Langhorne, PA
The foundation provided the necessary funds to renovate Lindsay's handicapped accessible bathroom and bedroom.
2014
Lea, age 11
Levittown, PA
The foundation has provided the necessary funds for a renovated bedroom and bathroom. These rooms are equipped with a ceiling lift and shower bed.
2015 Morgana, age 12 Croydon, PA
The foundation funded an aluminum ramp that extends from the front of the house to the backyard. This enables her parents to easily and safely get her in and out of the house.
2016 Angelo, age 17 Bensalem, PA
The foundation has funded a room for his hospital bed with an attached handicapped accessible bathroom, complete with a ceiling lift and a shower bed.