After over 25 years of dedicated service to the spinal cord injury community, the Arizona Spinal Cord Injury Association (AZSCIA) will be formally dissolving and ceasing operations as of October 24th, 2025.
This difficult decision was made by the Board of Directors following an extended period of escalating online hostility and personal safety concerns directed toward staff and Board members. Despite numerous efforts to promote understanding and maintain open dialogue, the environment has made it increasingly difficult to continue operations safely and effectively. The well-being of our staff, volunteers, and community members must always remain our top priority.
Over the years, AZSCIA has proudly provided essential services, including peer mentoring, resource facilitation, transportation, educational programs, and durable medical equipment support, to thousands of individuals and families across Arizona. We are deeply proud of the work accomplished and the lives positively impacted through these programs.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to our community partners, donors, volunteers, and every individual who placed their trust in us as a source of strength, support, and advocacy. Your belief in our mission has made an immeasurable difference.
As we close this chapter, we encourage individuals seeking continued support to connect with other local and national spinal cord injury organizations that share our commitment to the SCI community.
Thank you for the opportunity to serve.
With sincere appreciation,
Board of Directors
Arizona Spinal Cord Injury Association (AZSCIA)
