Go Shawn Go Foundation

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Go Shawn Go Foundation Shawn and Kierra Gist established the Go Shawn Go Foundation in 2025.

Founded by Shawn Gist and his wife, Kierra, after Shawn's Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis (MS) diagnosis in 2019, the Go Shawn Go Foundation raises funds through community events to support similar young families facing serious health challenges. Shawn, a former athlete and sports enthusiast, was diagnosed with Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in 2019. After experiencing a rapid progression of his condition—transitioning from athletic competition to using a wheelchair in just five years—they created the foundation to support young families facing similar challenges with life-threatening medical conditions in Western New York. Shawn and Kierra currently reside in Chautauqua, NY, with their two young daughters, Margo and Ridley, and their dog, R***r. By sharing their story and building this legacy, they hope to turn their struggles into a source of support and inspiration for others in need. Please consider donating to the Go Shawn Go Foundation to assist families facing their own challenges.

08/30/2026
08/16/2026
Run, walk, or roll with us! ♿️🏃‍♀️🚶Join the Go Shawn Go Foundation for the Accessible 5K at Nazareth University on Sunda...
08/05/2026

Run, walk, or roll with us! ♿️🏃‍♀️🚶

Join the Go Shawn Go Foundation for the Accessible 5K at Nazareth University on Sunday, October 4! With activities for toddlers, kids, and families, adaptive mobility test rides, and a fully accessible, professionally timed 5K, everyone can join the fun.

Register for the 5K and participate in the Family 1-Mile Roll, Walk & Run Together at no additional cost! Register by September 20 to guarantee your event T-shirt.

Learn More and Register: https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Rochester/TheAccessible5K

Organized by YellowJacket Racing, Fleet Feet Rochester, and in partnership with Nazareth University!

Sponsorship packages are available at https://www.goshawngo.org/events, or contact Shawn Gist Jr at [email protected] to learn more!

When you go to the mobility experts expo on Saturday August 15th… this will be you test riding the Not-A-Wheelchair Big ...
08/04/2026

When you go to the mobility experts expo on Saturday August 15th… this will be you test riding the Not-A-Wheelchair Big Rig (Kids not included) Endless Highway, Inc.

https://mee-2026.raiselysite.com/

📣 Shawn Gist Jr will be at the Mobility Experts Expo 2026!Join Shawn from the Go Shawn Go Foundation on Saturday, August...
08/04/2026

📣 Shawn Gist Jr will be at the Mobility Experts Expo 2026!

Join Shawn from the Go Shawn Go Foundation on Saturday, August 15, from 2–5 p.m. at Tim’s Trim in Rochester, NY. This free event will bring together organizations and resources supporting accessible mobility.

Stop by, meet Shawn, and take the Go Shawn Go Foundation’s Big Rig—an all-terrain mobility chair from Not-a-Wheelchair—for a test ride! We would love to see you there! Learn More: https://mee-2026.raiselysite.com/

Want to keep moving with us? At the event, learn more about the Go Shawn Go Foundation and how you can get involved in the Accessible 5K at Nazareth University on Sunday, October 4, 2026—a fully inclusive event for families, individuals living with disabilities, walkers, runners, and competitive athletes. Learn more: https://www.goshawngo.org/events

Endless Highway, Inc. Tim's Trim Inc Liv Home Pros Rochester Rehabilitation Rochester Regional Health Motion Project Foundation Abilities Movement, Inc. RapAdapt BraunAbility Rochester Wheels Wheelchair Basketball

Connect with regional experts in mobility solutions and enjoy free food, ice cream, music, and more.

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