Organization donates four Pumper Cars, mobility devices that provide kids of all abilities a fun way to exercise
The Vikings of Solvang donated four Pumper Cars to support students with special needs in the Lompoc Unified School District. Pumper Cars are innovative mobility devices that promote inclusion and provide children of nearly all abilities with a fun and vigorous way to exercise.
The donation request was made by Clint Ellison, an adapted physical education teacher serving eight elementary schools in the Lompoc Unified School District. Clint delivers tailored physical education programs specifically designed for students with special needs.
“I am extremely grateful for what the Vikings of Solvang did to help our students,” Ellison said. “The students reallyenjoy using the Pumper Cars. In fact, much of the time it is difficult to get them out of the cars.”
The Pumper Car is a specialized mobility device designed for children, particularly those with therapeutic and health-related needs. Renowned for its effectiveness, the Pumper Car is an excellent solution for children who are unable toexercise in traditional ways. It promotes focused exercise, improves coordination, and strengthens muscles, all while offering a variety of activities that enhance fitness, hand-eye coordination, spatial awareness, social skills, and language development.
Ellison continued, “It was great to have several members of the Vikings come out and witness my students using them. Thank you again, Vikings of Solvang.”
The Vikings of Solvang is a social and philanthropic organization committed to advancing the well-being of Santa Barbara County citizens through medical assistance and volunteerism. A donation of $2,106 was made by the Vikings of Solvang to fund four Pumper Cars for students with special needs in the Lompoc Unified School District. By addressing the medical needs of individuals and supporting healthcare organizations, the Vikings strive to uplift the community. Since its founding in 1974, the Vikings of Solvang has provided over $3 million in medical aid. With members covering all operating costs, every dollar donated goes directly to helping those in need.
For more information, to apply for a grant, or to donate to the endowment fund, please visit vikingsofsolvang.org or email info@vikingsofsolvang.org.
Feature Image: Members of the Vikings of Solvang and Lompoc Unified School District teachers and students welcome the donation of four Pumper Cars to the district. Photos Courtesy of the Vikings of Solvang
