Launched in 2022, The MIF is a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing accessibility for individuals with disabilities through #OpenSource technology. #RightToRepair
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Eliana shares her excitement that the RozRover project will open doors for more children to gain access to the mobility equipment they truly need.
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Freedom to Play: Eliana & Thomas on the Promise of the RozRover
In this moving clip, Eliana recalls a play date where her son was able to use another child’s backup powered chair.
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Donate now and get the Children's book! https://t.co/CkOE4gCMNg
Meet the mom that's helping us improve disability outcomes for children!
In this heartfelt interview, Eliana shares her family’s story of resilience and advocacy.
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Learn more and support the RazRover project here: https://t.co/CkOE4gCMNg
Dr. Daniel Chaves
Board Member
Dr. Daniel Chaves is a physician, sports physiology specialist, & healthcare innovator with 9+ years of experience in clinical care, surgery, public health, & education. He drives frontier technologies— AI-powered diagnostics, & mobility devices
Take Action!
Ready to make an impact?
Contributions to The MIF fuel a future where mobility is a right, not a privilege.
Donate and help us deliver open-source solutions, advocacy, and direct support to those who need it most.
Give now: https://t.co/hgoNqyc1xM
Team Spotlight
Andy Weyant
Assistant Secretary
A financial planning business owner and current president of the Board of Directors of Independent Living Inc., Andy’s remains active in his community despite a permanent spinal injury.
Academic Partnerships
Innovation happens when bright minds come together. MIF partners with universities to design open-source mobility solutions that are practical, repairable, and globally accessible
We are proving that collaboration fuels independence
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Team Spotlight
Tom Pinkhasov
Operations Director
A dynamic professional based in New York City, Tom brings over 6 years of experience.
He owns and operates a firm providing business, financial, and consultancy services to non-profits and small businesses nationwide.
We are collecting testimonials from people who rely on mobility equipment—because lived experience drives change.
Record a short video or audio clip and share your journey with us. Together, we can amplify voices that too often go unheard.
Submit here: [email protected]
Donna Quiter
Trustee
Daughter, wife, & mother of disabled persons, Donna’s experience with financial and disability management stems from her work at an insurance company, disabled veteran housing, and a purchasing clerk.
"Society has come a long way, just not far enough yet"
Award-winning, internationally recognized, The Power To Move tells the story of our founder’s journey from being trapped in his apartment for years to creating open-source solutions that restore independence.
Want to host a screening in your community?
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Jonathan Howe
Secretary
A public defender and part-time cat rescuer, Jonathan joined The MIF after years of seeing friends, neighbors, and clients with mobility issues struggling to get around New York City.
Halloween is about joy, play, and belonging. For kids with disabilities, that requires mobility equipment that’s repairable and ready. Swift access means they can participate fully—tonight and every night. #MobilityMatters
Matthew Lacey
Vice President & Director of R&D
With a background in manufacturing and industrial maintenance, working on both electrical and mechanical machinery, Matthew believes a community should come together and help each other and those who cannot help themselves.
Mobility is Independence.
We believe accessibility is a right, not a privilege. Through education, advocacy, and direct action, we are creating solutions that empower people with disabilities.
Join us.
Learn more: https://t.co/hgoNqyc1xM
Team Spotlight:
Thomas Quiter
Founder & President
Born in 1983 with Osteogenesis Imperfecta, Thomas always advocates for himself and others with disabilities, stating “I do nothing if it doesn’t benefit others.”
🎬 The Power to Move—our 4x award‑winning doc on the fight for mobility independence—is coming to North Carolina this Spring! 🌸🐦 Details soon. Stay tuned to join the movement. 💪
#ThePowerToMove#MobilityIndependence#Inclusion#RepairRights
🚀 In Phoenix to meet Si Se Puede STEM center, our Endurance test platform’s motor died. Thanks to open hardware, a part arrived next day & they gave us space/tools to fix it. Months of delay became 1 day—while sparking plans to teach kids to build their own solutions. #STEM
🏆 The Power to Move just scored its 3rd & 4th wins at the Accolade Global Film Competition!
🏅 Award of Merit: Disability Issues
🏅 Award of Merit: Documentary Feature
Huge thanks to Nathaniel Hamilton & Emma Rimsa for producing, writing & directing this powerful story! 💪