Texas Ramp Project: 40 Years of Independence

Texas Ramp Project Nears 40-Year Milestone, Building Independence Across the State

The Texas Ramp Project is gearing up for a significant milestone in 2025, celebrating 40 years of empowering disabled and elderly Texans by providing free wheelchair ramps. Since its inception, this impactful non-profit has built over 25,000 ramps across the state, fostering independence and improving the quality of life for thousands.

Founded in 1985 by a visionary group of architects in Dallas, the Texas Ramp Project began with a simple yet profound mission: to ensure that no Texan is confined to their home due to lack of accessibility. What started as a local initiative has blossomed into a statewide movement, providing a crucial link between homes and the outside world.

The impact of these ramps is immeasurable. Each of the over 25,000 structures represents an individual gaining the freedom to leave their home, attend vital doctor’s appointments, visit family and friends, and simply engage more fully with their community. Recent recipient Mary Alice, like countless others, now experiences an enhanced sense of independence and dignity, underscoring the profound difference a ramp can make in daily life.

Operating in over 100 counties throughout Texas, the project’s reach is extensive, with significant work undertaken in major metropolitan areas like Houston and thriving communities such as the Tomball/Magnolia region. This broad footprint ensures that critical assistance is available to Texans no matter where they reside.

The heart of the Texas Ramp Project lies in its massive network of dedicated volunteers. Annually, more than 1,700 individuals generously donate over 325,000 hours of their time, transforming lives one ramp at a time. These skilled and compassionate volunteers typically gather on Saturdays, often completing an entire ramp in just three to four hours – a remarkable testament to community spirit and efficient teamwork.

Crucially, all ramps are provided at no cost to the recipients, removing a significant financial barrier for families already facing challenges. The entire operation relies on the generosity of donations, whether in the form of financial contributions, building materials, or the invaluable gift of volunteer time. To continue their vital work and prepare for another four decades of service, the Texas Ramp Project actively seeks community support.

Individuals interested in volunteering, donating, or learning more about the Texas Ramp Project’s mission can visit their official website at TexasRampProject.org. By contributing to this impactful organization, Texans can help build not just ramps, but lasting independence for their neighbors.