Lily Wipf’s visit to a rural village in Kenya during her time at Augustana College led to the creation of Mission for Moses, a charity aiming to improve the life of Moses, a man paralyzed after a motorbike accident. Witnessing Moses’s struggles to crawl on difficult terrain and feeling his despair, Wipf was moved to take action by organizing a fundraiser and connecting him with Hope Mobility. Thanks to her efforts and community support, Moses received a life-changing wheelchair, allowing him greater mobility and independence. Though ongoing physical therapy is necessary, this intervention has opened new doors for social connection and hope.

Wipf remains committed to furthering Moses’s recovery and support, continuing fundraising efforts even after graduating. Her work exemplifies how compassion and community action can bring tangible change to individuals in need, transforming lives both physically and emotionally. The initiative highlights the power of grassroots efforts in addressing healthcare disparities and empowering vulnerable populations.