In March of 2023, Lindale, Texas resident Hannah Evans' world turned upside down after surviving a catastrophic skiing accident during a Colorado spring break trip her senior year of high school at the age of 18. While the past two & half years have been anything but easy for Hannah, she is finding new ways to adapt to a "new normal" in life as a paraplegic. After a wild journey through recovery, Hannah is moving forward with deeper faith, growing confidence & is seeking more opportunities for independence where she can. Hannah has been able to thrive in this season & works a full-time job while also attending college as a full-time student in Tyler, TX. Even with her T-10 complete spinal cord injury, Hannah still has full use of her upper-body, allowing her the ability to drive with an adaptive vehicle. We're hoping to support her desire for flourishing independence by raising funds to purchase a wheelchair accessible van on her behalf! While the Texas Workforce Commission will cover the cost of the vehicle modifications, she is still responsible for paying for a new vehicle (from limited compatibility options) to provide to them. Hannah has been working with a great organization in the Dallas area that is familiar with these services to assist her in this process after acquiring a new minivan that meets the requirements. As her close community & family, we are looking to raise $50,000 to cover the cost of the vehicle & bless her with the independence she needs to drive herself to and from work, school, church & to run everyday errands on her own! We believe that the good work that God has begun in Hannah's life is far from over & we are excited to see what the Lord's future plans hold for her. We were blown away by the outpouring of love & support over two years ago & want to continue to encourage Hannah with the same rallying of hope & community once again! No contribution is too small & we are so grateful for your desire to provide tangible support to Hannah's life in this way!

See below for a few fun highlights from Hannah's recovery journey:

https://www.cbs19.tv/article/news/local/east-texas-woman-finds-new-purpose-as-teaching-assistant-post-accident-journey/501-57e51a4a-462c-41ae-bacf-3effcd9d424a

https://www.coloradocommunitymedia.com/archives/jeffco/features/article_cdb4e497-cd87-59f9-bcad-deb50bdb1557.html

https://www.denver7.com/news/mountains/i-owe-them-my-life-teen-left-paralyzed-after-colorado-ski-crash-reunited-with-paramedics-who-rescued-her

https://www.ketk.com/news/local-news/welcome-home-hannah-lindale-community-hosts-parade-for-former-student-after-horrific-ski-accident/

https://www.kltv.com/2023/07/20/lindale-student-returns-home-after-long-recovery-ski-injuries-colorado/