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Ms. Wheelchair VA Pageant 2012-2013 – March 17th

Ms. Wheelchair Virginia, a 501(c) (3) nonprofit and AmeriCorps organization is one of the largest Ms. Wheelchair state programs in the country.  The mission of MWVA is to educate, advocate and raise awareness of the abilities and needs of the disability community; but more importantly, to inspire and motivate Virginians as role models of courage and hope.  An ambassador, Ms. Wheelchair Virginia, is chosen annually to help carry out the organization’s mission of advocating for all Virginians with disabilities. 

The Ms. Wheelchair VA 2012-2013 Gala:

Date:                Saturday, March 17th

Time:               6 p.m.

Location:         Woodrow Wilson Rehabilitation Center Auditorium,  Fisherville, VA 22939

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Tickets:           Tickets are $10 with a program and $5 for children 10 and under

The program showcases the accomplishments of women in wheelchairs from all over Virginia who have overcome challenges and obstacles to achieve their personal goals and want to help others who are faced with similar challenges.

Vocalist, John Weens and Miss Virginia, Elizabeth Crot will host the Ms. Wheelchair Virginia Gala. The current Ms. Wheelchair VA 2012, Emily McGrail will share accomplishments during her reign and pass the torch to the new Ms. Wheelchair VA.

Be a part of this life changing event for these amazing women. There will be Raffle drawings and giveaways.

Check out their website www.mswheelchairva.com

For more information:

Chinah Helmandollar

Co-Executor

540-580-1890

Ms. Wheelchair Virginia, Inc.

P.O. Box 1500, W-513

Fishersille, VA  22939-1500

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, Richmond Disability Examiner

Nancy Carey is an Advocate, Volunteer and Photographer for the Ms. Wheelchair America Program. She is also the author of My Sister My Hero Cathy Porter Ms. Wheelchair Maryland 2007, Wheels of Protection Newsletter and web designer for www.nancycarey.com. She travels internationally with her ...

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