About The Drew Crew
The Drew Crew is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families impacted by spinal cord injuries or other forms of paralysis. Our mission is to demonstrate that life after a catastrophic injury can still be meaningful and fulfilling. We provide mentorship, guidance, and support, helping families navigate challenges and, when possible, assisting in raising funds for specific needs.
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Drew's Vision
Following his graduation from the University of Michigan, Drew took over The Drew Crew with an ongoing mission to make it bigger than himself. To give everyone with paralysis the opportunities he’s been afforded. He’s doing so by finding creative ways to raise awareness, giving free mentorship and guidance to anyone who will listen, and helping those in need through the annual events and raffles.
Three Pillars of Fighting Paralysis
Hope
An acronym that was coined early on after Drew’s accident was P.U.S.H. It stands for Pray Until Something Happens and is meant to be a double entendre. When adversity strikes, Drew, his family, and The Drew Crew are built to push forward literally while figuratively PUSHing forward. This gives a sense of hope, faith, and perseverance.
Health
Quality AND Quantity. With only so many hours in a day, many people with disabilities are forced to decide whether they want to focus on the quality of life and enjoy their precious time here or the quantity of life and do everything they can to keep their bodies healthy. The Drew Crew embodies both of these sentiments.
Happiness
Independence, not Independent. The loss of independent actions doesn’t have to result in a loss of independence. Paralysis forces you to think outside the box about how to get something done, but it doesn’t stop you from doing anything you set your mind to.
Drew's Journey
"What could have been the end of my story became the beginning of a journey filled with resilience, community, and hope. Through every challenge, I’ve found strength in my faith, my family, and the incredible people who have supported me along the way. This is the story of how I’ve turned obstacles into opportunities—and why my journey has inspired so many."
- Drew Clayborn