Mobility for Carter

My name is Carter Schott, and I am part of a family  of 6.  I have 3 older sisters, and live in Orland Park,  IL. My youngest sister and I are both affected by a disease called SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy) a form of Muscular Dystrophy.  The disease is characterized by not allowing my muscles to strengthen as I grow.  I have limited mobility and have used a power wheelchair since the age of 4.  I’m now 18 years old, and a Senior at Carl Sandburg High School.  I am very active in school participating in Robotics, Marching Band,  and Bass Fishing.  Academically my coursework includes all honors and AP classes while maintaining a 4.2 GPA.  I am a member of Mu Alpha Theta, National Honor Society, and Tri-M (Music Honors Society).  My most recent accomplishment was receiving the Heart of the Arts Award.  This is a National Award representing the Midwest United States.  The award is given to an individual who rises above their limitations to excel in both school and in the community.  In order to receive this award a couple of things that were considered are earning 300+ community service hours, as well as participating on the field as a percussionist in Marching Band despite being in a wheelchair.  I also took 2nd Place in the IHSA Bass Fishing Finals at Carlyle Lake, and 2nd Place at the FIRST Midwest Regional Competition for Robotics.
My lifelong dream is to become a mechanical engineer trying to design products for people like myself to allow them better mobility and a more fulfilling life.  My plans are to follow the University of Illinois Engineering tract through Moraine Valley,  eventually transferring to the U of I campus. 
The purpose of this GoFundMe is to provide funding for a wheelchair accessible vehicle complete with hand controls so I can transport myself to and from college so I can secure my dream.  This vehicle is quite costly.  A package like  this new can cost upward of $70,000.  My plan is to fund a vehicle like this in good used condition for a lesser amount.
I truly appreciate any support in helping me make my dream come true.