About us
how it all began
Our Story
The You First Foundation was formed to honor a beloved friend, Wendy Kwan, who died at age 34 from a brain aneurysm. At the time of her death, Wendy was carrying her second child, who was delivered through emergency surgery. Out of love for Wendy and her family, the employees of First Service Credit Union came together to form this foundation with hope that the various efforts and money raised will help ease the burdens of families like Wendy’s when the traumatic and unexpected occur.
what we do
Living Out Our Mission
We are passionate about helping individuals and families undergoing traumatic medical events, but know that nothing can benefit them more than furthering research and discovering cures. We hope with our support for further research, people with brain injuries and blood-related cancers can someday fully recover.
We partnered with multiple hospitals and charities to unite our researching efforts. Join us in our financial support for the work being done through Nexus Health Systems, which includes Healthbridge Children’s Hospital and Touchstone Neurorecovery Center, Chariots for Children, and Reining Strength.
Your contributions to You First Foundation also directly benefit children whose lives have been directly affected by a traumatic medical emergency.
OUR CAUSES
What Makes Us Different
Our purpose is to support neurointensive care and neurorecovery centers to further their research on brain injuries and recovery solutions. The You First Foundation also helps support the families of brain injury victims by providing scholarships to children whose lives have been adversely affected by traumatic medical events.
You First Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charity.
our mission
To improve the lives and educational opportunities of those affected by traumatic medical events.
TEAM
Our Board
David Bleazard
Chairman
Kenneth Lee
Vice Chairman
Frank Halstead
Treasurer
Teri
Edge
Secretary
John Allen
Board Member
Gary Walston
Board Member
Nolan Waltman
Board Member
Make a Difference
You can personally affect the lives of children and families who have experienced a traumatic medical event. Through participating in the golf tournament, Jeep raffle, or making a monetary donation, your contribution will go towards brain injury research and scholarships.
Every donation, no matter how big or small, can make a positive impact.
