Touch the Future

What Touch the Future does

Touch the Future, Inc. is a 501(c)-style nonprofit headquartered in Anderson, South Carolina, that operates a portfolio of programs serving individuals with disabilities, seniors, and disabled veterans. Its core service line is the provision and financing of assistive technology — physical devices, refurbished computers, and accessibility software — combined with grant administration, a low-fee crowdfunding platform (On the Spot at 3% plus credit card fees), and the Walk2Walk campaign that funds advanced mobility devices such as the Ottobock C Brace and SuitX PhoeniX exoskeleton. The organization operates the A LINK Store for direct product sales, the ReBoot program as a Microsoft Registered Refurbisher (13,000+ computers issued, 300+ tons of e-waste diverted), and the BlueAssist trademark/Cloudina app pairing for cognitive and communication disability support.

The business model blends individual-direct services (technology grants, direct device issuance, donations/fundraising), B2B services (allAxS ADA Title I, II & III consulting, facility audits, policy review, and website accessibility via BarrierBreak and 247AccessibleDocuments distribution agreements), reseller margin (Permobil/TiLite, HouseMate, ZeroTie, SuitX, Ottobock), and event/fiscal-management revenue (Disability Caravan merchandise, Doodling for Democracy, Walk2Walk sponsorships). Pricing is predominantly quote-based or transaction-based; merchandise is unit-priced at $20 per Caravan T-shirt with bulk discounts. The organization serves primary segments of individuals with disabilities, seniors, and disabled veterans, and secondary B2B segments of government organizations, businesses, and disability service providers. Reach is concentrated in the Southeastern United States, with selective international partnerships (G3ict, ATE) and global consulting capability via allAxS.

The leadership team is anchored by Executive Director Sandy Hanebrink (OTR/L, CLP, FAOTA, Paralympian), with a board that includes representatives from GHS-Oconee Memorial Hospital, Michelin Tire, Clemson University, City of Mauldin (ADA Coordinator), and Access to the Garden. The organization claims cumulative outcomes of 1 million+ individuals served, 30,000+ assistive devices issued, 13,000+ ReBoot computers issued, and 300+ tons of e-waste diverted across its 24+ year history, though no revenue figures are disclosed.

Name

Touch the Future

Legal name

Touch the Future Inc.

Website

https://touchthefuture.us

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Touch the Future is a South Carolina-based nonprofit that provides assistive technology devices, refurbished computers, ADA consulting, and crowdfunding support to individuals with disabilities, seniors, and disabled veterans across the Southeastern United States.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Disability and Accessibility Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412), Other Individual and Family Services (624190)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Disability Services & Assistive Solutions (Accessibility, Assistive Tech) (BPAGALAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Elder Services & Aging Support (BPAGAEAF), Technology Assistance & Digital Support for Seniors (HSABAAAH), Mobility & Transfer Assistance (HSABABAD), Technology & Digital Skills for Seniors (Devices, internet safety, telehealth) (EDAAAMAH)

Keywords

• Assistive technology services
• ADA compliance consulting
• Disability services nonprofit
• Accessible technology training
• Rehabilitative equipment sales

Headquarters

HQ city

Anderson

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. A LINK Store Product Sales: Sale of assistive technology products and computer devices through the A LINK Store. The organization offers best prices while working with individuals to secure funding through grants, partner programs, and fundraising support.
2. allAxS Accessibility Consulting: ADA Title I, II & III consulting and training services including facility audits, planning support, policy review, self-evaluation plans, and accessibility compliance services for government entities, businesses, and organizations.
3. Assistive Technology Grants: Provides grant funding opportunities for qualified individuals for the purchase of computers, assistive technology, and other services. Funded through donations.
4. Donations and Fundraising: Tax-deductible donations supporting technology grants, program operations, and fiscal management for initiatives like Doodling for Democracy and Disability Freedom & Justice Caravan. Administrative fees of 5% apply to dedicated donations.
5. Merchandise Sales: Sale of official merchandise including the Caravan for Disability Freedom & Justice T-shirts at $20.00 each.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Touch the Future is a nonprofit organization that provides assistive technology products, ADA accessibility consulting and training, and a range of programs serving individuals with disabilities, seniors, disabled veterans, and disadvantaged communities. Core offerings include the A LINK Store for assistive technology sales, allAxS for ADA compliance services, the PAW Center for advocacy and life skills programs, ReBoot for refurbished computers, Walk2Walk for walking technology funding, and the Veterans Connect program.

Product overview

Touch the Future is a multifaceted nonprofit organization offering assistive technology products and services for individuals with disabilities, seniors, disabled veterans, and disadvantaged communities. The organization operates several interconnected programs: A LINK Store serves as the primary product distribution channel for assistive technology devices and computers; allAxS provides ADA accessibility consulting and training services; the PAW Center delivers advocacy, continuing education, life skills support, and recreational programs; ReBoot refurbishes donated computers as a Microsoft Registered Refurbisher; BlueAssist offers an accessibility symbol and communication strategy with Cloudina apps; and Walk2Walk raises funds for walking technologies like exoskeletons. Additional services include technology grants, crowdfunding through Touch the Future On the Spot, and the Veterans Connect program. The organization also manages fiscal responsibilities for related initiatives including Doodling for Democracy and the Disability Freedom & Justice Caravan.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• allAxS: Accessibility compliance services including ADA consulting, training, facility audits, and website accessibility solutions.
• PAW Center
• ReBoot
• BlueAssist
• Walk2Walk
• Touch the Future On the Spot
• Walk2Walk

Products and services

• A LINK Store Online store offering assistive technology devices, computer products, and related technology for individuals with disabilities and seniors. The organization works with individuals to secure funding through grants, partner programs, and fundraising support to acquire needed technology.
• allAxS Accessibility Compliance Services Accessibility compliance services including ADA Title I, II & III consulting, facility audits, training, website accessibility (via BarrierBreak US distribution), and accessible document services (via 247AccessibleDocuments US distribution) for government entities, businesses, and organizations.
• PAW Center (People Accessing the World) Program offering services in four core areas: Advocacy & Outreach, Continuing Education, Life Skills & Supports, and Sports, Recreation & Leisure for individuals with disabilities and seniors.
• ReBoot Computer Refurbishment Program National trademark program for computer access that refurbishes donated computers. Touch the Future is a certified Microsoft Registered Refurbisher (MRR) that evaluates donated equipment, wipes hard drives, and loads licensed Microsoft software. Includes Training, Warranty, and Help Desk support.
• BlueAssist Universal symbol and strategy for requesting assistance designed to improve autonomous independence for individuals with cognitive and communication disabilities. Touch the Future is the home of BlueAssist USA and supports technologies like Cloudina apps for user care and location services.
• Walk2Walk Program Program to help fund individuals who are paralyzed and have successfully completed walking technology trials to obtain devices like the Ottobock C Brace and SuitX PhoeniX exoskeleton, with awareness campaigns and virtual Walk2Walk events.
• Touch the Future On the Spot Crowdfunding Platform Internal crowdfunding platform specifically for raising income to purchase technology and eligible services for individuals with disabilities to achieve independence. Charges 3% plus credit card fees, lower than typical crowdfunding platforms that charge 5% or more.
• Veterans Connect Program Program connecting disabled veterans with resources, assistive technology, and support services.
• Caravan for Disability Freedom & Justice T-Shirt Official merchandise for the 2024 Caravan for Disability Freedom & Justice campaign, sold at $20.00 each with bulk pricing available on orders of 15 or more shirts; orders must be placed 30 business days prior to events.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1 million individuals have received training & consulting services
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerATIA is a key industry organization. Touch the Future participates in ATIA conferences and events. The organization's executive director has been recognized as an invaluable contributor to ATIA's efforts.
• Barrier BreakcoreTechnology or IntegrationTouch the Future is a US Distributor of BarrierBreak Web Accessibility services, providing website accessibility solutions to clients.
• 247 Accessible DocumentscoreTechnology or IntegrationTouch the Future is a US Distributor of 247AccessibleDocuments services, providing cost-effective solutions for accessible documents, publications, and digital content.
• CPNOW Advancing NeurorecoveryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCPNOW Foundation focuses on neurorecovery. Listed as a partner organization supporting Touch the Future's mission.
• G3ict – The Global Initiative for Inclusive ICTsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational organization promoting inclusive ICTs for persons with disabilities. Partnership supports global accessibility initiatives.
• Greenville CanminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal Greenville advocacy organization. Partnership supports regional accessibility and disability advocacy efforts.
• HouseMatecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHouseMate is a technology product available through Touch the Future's partner reseller program. Touch the Future resells HouseMate technology including related products.
• My Breath My MusicminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization providing adaptive music solutions. Partnership supports recreation and leisure opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
• Permobil/TiLite/SmartDrive/RoHocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMobility equipment manufacturers whose products (wheelchairs, adaptive devices) are available through Touch the Future's partner reseller program.
• Siegel Rare Neuroimmune AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization (formerly Transverse Myelitis Association) supporting individuals with rare neuroimmune disorders. Partnership supports advocacy and support services.
• Team USA ParalympicscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTouch the Future operates a Paralympic Sports Club and executive director Sandy Hanebrink is a Paralympian. Partnership supports sports, recreation, and leisure opportunities.
• ZeroTie Hands Free ShoesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHands-free adaptive footwear available through Touch the Future's partner reseller program.
• Partnership for Inclusive Disaster StrategiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKey partnership to ensure access and inclusion of individuals with disabilities and seniors before, during, and after disasters.
• Portlight Disaster StrategiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership ensures access and inclusion of individuals with disabilities and seniors in disaster planning and response.
• American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with AOTA on TAP (Therapist Action Plan) initiative to mobilize therapy professionals for disaster preparedness and response. Also supports continuing education credit opportunities.
• SuitXcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSuitX manufactures the PhoeniX exoskeleton. Executive Director Sandy Hanebrink successfully trialed the device and Walk2Walk supports funding for individuals who need this technology. Gold sponsor of Walk2Walk.
• OttobockcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerManufacturer of the C Brace mechatronic stance and swing phase control orthosis system. Walk2Walk was established partly due to challenges in obtaining C Braces despite insurance coverage denials.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Lighthouse Guild: Nonprofit providing assistive technology, vision rehabilitation, and disability services, including device distribution and training — directly comparable to Touch the Future's assistive tech and training programs.
• National Disability Rights Network (NDRN): National nonprofit network providing protection, advocacy, and accessibility services for people with disabilities — adjacent to Touch the Future's advocacy, ADA consulting, and systems-change work.
• Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA): Large nonprofit providing assistive technology, care services, and advocacy for people with neuromuscular diseases — comparable service mix and target population.
• The Arc: National nonprofit advocating for and serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through programs, advocacy, and community-based support — overlapping with Touch the Future's PAW Center life-skills and advocacy programs.
• AbilityOne / SourceAmerica: Federally supported nonprofit network creating employment and service opportunities for people with disabilities. Comparable nonprofit model serving the same population through a mix of products, services, and advocacy.
• Easterseals: National nonprofit providing disability services, assistive technology access, and veteran programs across the US. Closely comparable mission, customer base (people with disabilities, seniors, veterans), and mix of services/grants.
• United Spinal Association: National nonprofit serving people with spinal cord injuries and disorders through advocacy, resources, and assistive technology access — overlapping with Touch the Future's Walk2Walk mobility-device focus and disability advocacy.

Broad incumbents

• Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA): Industry association representing the assistive technology sector with a broader portfolio (conferences, standards, member services) than Touch the Future, but overlapping on assistive tech training, CEUs, and industry events.
• RESNA (Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America): Professional society for assistive technology and rehabilitation engineering — overlapping with Touch the Future's assistive technology conferences, training, and credentialing activities.

Emerging players

• AccessiBe: Commercial AI-driven web accessibility provider; Touch the Future distributes a competitor (BarrierBreak) and provides ADA consulting through allAxS — overlapping on the website/accessibility compliance services market.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks1 record

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/TouchtheFutureI

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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