ABOUT HALLOWHEELS

Welcome to the 10th Annual Hallowheels fundraising event hosted by Children’s Assistive Technology Service (C.A.T.S.)! We are excited to invite you to be a part of this heartwarming celebration of children with physical, neuromuscular, and developmental disabilities. Our mission is to provide refurbished assistive and adaptive mobility and communication devices to these children free of charge, helping them achieve better health outcomes, independence, and full participation in their communities.

Hallowheels is our annual fundraising extravaganza, and 2026 marks our 10th year of spreading joy and inclusivity. This unique event celebrates kids with disabilities in any costume of their choosing and also showcases one-of-a-kind children’s costumes, thoughtfully designed around their mobility devices. Families receive instructional videos and costume kits from C.A.T.S., enabling them to create extraordinary costumes that truly reflect their children’s personalities and interests.

Celebrating Children with Disabilities in Spooktacular Style! 🎃 👻

  1. **Costume Creation:** Families sign up to participate in our Hallowheels event and can request costume kits that are accompanied by instructional resources and virtual assistance.
  2. **Virtual Costume Parade:** During Halloween week, we proudly display pictures of these incredible costumes on our website. Each costume represents the creativity, love, and dedication of the families involved.
  3. **Families advocate for community** As followers of C.A.T.S., you’ll have the opportunity to participate in inclusive events and support the availablity of equipment in the community. For every $5 you donate as a supporter for your favorite costumes, you’ll contribute to the C.A.T.S. assistive technology equipment reuse program.

In addition to the online fundraiser, this year’s festivities include local Trunk or Treat events, where families and children of every ability are invited to participate.  There are events in each of three regions on Saturday, October 24th:

Richmond

  • Where: Mobility Works, co-partnered with The Whole Family Foundation
  • Address: 7450 Midlothian Turnpike, North Chesterfield, VA 23225
  • Time: 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM

 

Hampton Roads

  • Where: Chartway Building, in partnership with the Chartway Promise Foundation
  • Address: 5700 Cleveland Street, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
  • Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

 

Roanoke

  • Where: The Bast Center at Roanoke College
  • Address: 310 N. Market Street, Salem, VA 24153
  • Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Your generous donations, sponsorships, and participation in Hallowheels 2026 will have a profound impact on thousands of Virginia families. The funds raised will support C.A.T.S.’s assistive technology equipment reuse program, ensuring that children with special needs receive the vital resources they require.

Thank you for being a part of Hallowheels 2026! Together, we can make a difference in the lives of these exceptional children, fostering a future where all kids can thrive, connect, and explore the world around them.