SPOT LIGHT ON:
I-Str3and Foundation
I: International
S: Studies
T: Therapy
R3: Research, Recreation, Rehabilitation of
N: Neurological
D: Disorders
Conceived and organized in Texas, United States of America in 1998. The purpose is to generate, manage, distribute, and recruit resources for the individuals who have or are likely to have neurological disorders and for those whose desire is to participate in the education (studies), (individuals/organizations) therapy (treatment), research – recreation – rehabilitation process of those who suffer from and/or those who desire to endeavor to alleviate the suffering associated with the physical, psychological, spiritual, social, economic, and cultural aspects of neurological disorders worldwide.
The foundation operates under the name I-Str3and. I-Str3and is a sovereign body which adopts the following articles and submits itself to be governed by them and the Laws and Regulations of the State of Texas as a non-profit corporation. The existence of the corporation is perpetual.
This Foundation was initially organized by the Dwyer family, whose family member, Christian Dwyer, had suffered both spinal cord injury and traumatic brain injury. Consequently, they were made aware of the tremendous needs and expenses of such individuals.
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Christian Dwyer
In 1995 Christian was a sophomore at Southwest Texas State University. He was an A student, majoring in political science. He was also on the SWT rodeo team competing as a bull rider. Christian has always enjoyed sports, hunting and horseback riding. He is the oldest of 8 children and was raised on a ranch south of Seguin.
In March of that year, Christian was injured in a truck accident during a blizzard in southern Colorado. His injuries were so severe, that he was not expected to live. He suffered from traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injury, multiple internal injuries and he was in a coma for 6 weeks. By God’s grace and mercy, he survived the wreck and has made remarkable physical and mental improvements since that time.
In 1998, Christian began art lessons under the skillful teaching of local artist, Liz Kay. His medium is oil and he primary focuses on landscape and seascapes. It normally takes him 6-8 weeks to finish a painting. Being creative with oils has given Christian a great deal of joy and satisfaction in his life. These “touched up” prints are just a small sample of the work he is doing today.
Please visit his website: www.christianscanvascreations.com
