The TSF Foundation

What The TSF Foundation does

The Tyler Schrenk Foundation (The TSF Foundation) is a Washington-state 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation originally established in 2008 as the Todd Stablefelt Foundation and reoriented in 2015 when Tyler Schrenk, a quadriplegic following a 2012 diving accident, took over as President. The foundation's core function is funding and deploying consumer-grade assistive technology — voice assistants (Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Siri), smart home/lighting/door devices (Philips Hue, Wemo, Lutron, Open Sesame, GoGo Gate, August, Ring), computer-control tools (Dragon NaturallySpeaking, Tobii eye gaze, QuadStick, Xbox Adaptive Controller), and mobile-access hardware (Tecla, Hawkeye Access, iOS/Android Switch Control) — to individuals with mobility impairments, particularly quadriplegics and those with limited or no arm movement.

Its primary commercial interface consists of two grant programs: the AT For All Grant (up to $2,500 per recipient across two tracks: full-support with an AT trainer, or device-only) and the Demonstrating Independence Grant, supplemented by the annual José Blakely Memorial Grant created with Microsoft. Pricing is fee-adjusted to affordability — recipients pay only what they can, with the foundation covering the balance — and the organization does not charge for free consultations. A secondary B2B revenue stream comes from consulting engagements with hospitals, school districts, and companies on AT implementation, and the foundation operates a curated AT Product Showcase spanning 16+ solution categories as an educational resource. Funding is sourced from individual donations (many recurring via PayPal), employer matching programs, partnerships (Microsoft, Tecla, MXT Reality, Google, nuMotion, Skydive Snohomish), and community fundraisers.

TSF has cumulatively delivered over $300,000 in assistive technology to 100+ individuals across 30 US states and three countries (Mexico, Germany, Romania). Following Tyler Schrenk's death in July 2023, his brother Victor Schrenk assumed the presidency with board approval; the leadership bench additionally includes Treasurer Larry Schrenk, Secretary Suchon Tuly, VP Business Development Kent Lindor, board OT Leslie Fox (Harborview Medical Center), and board member Adam Summer. The organization is sub-10 employees, headquartered in Woodinville, Washington, and is actively embedded in research collaborations — notably a UW Personal Robotics Lab robot-assisted feeding project that won Best Paper at the 2023 International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction.

Name

The TSF Foundation

Legal name

The Tyler Schrenk Foundation

Website

https://thetsf.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Tyler Schrenk Foundation is a Washington-state 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides grants (up to $2,500), training, and curated assistive-technology recommendations to individuals with mobility impairments across 30 US states and 3 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Assistive Technology Grants and Disability Services

NAICS

Grantmaking Foundations (813211), Educational Support Services (61171)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Private Foundations (BPAGAKAA)

Keywords

• Assistive technology grants
• Disability independence services
• Nonprofit foundation services
• Smart home accessibility
• Mobility impairment solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Woodinville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: The foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit receiving donations from individuals. Many donors contribute monthly through PayPal. They also partner with businesses and individuals donating through the foundation's nonprofit status.
2. Employer Matching Programs: TSF encourages donors to check if their employer matches donations to nonprofit organizations, which can double or multiply individual contributions.
3. Grant Consulting Services: TSF consults for hospitals, school districts, and companies globally, providing expertise in assistive technology implementation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Tyler Schrenk Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation that provides individuals with mobility impairments up to $2,500 in assistive technology (AT) grants, paired with AT trainer-led device selection, remote installation support, and recorded training. It complements grants with an educational AT Product Showcase catalog, free consultations, and consulting services for hospitals, school districts, and companies. The foundation has distributed over $300,000 of AT to more than 100 individuals across 30 U.S. states and 3 countries.

Product overview

The Tyler Schrenk Foundation (TSF) is a Washington-based 501(c)(3) non-profit foundation that improves lives through assistive technology. The foundation operates primarily as a grant-giving organization combined with an educational product showcase. Its core offerings include the Assistive Technologies for All Grant (up to $2,500 for devices, training, and installation), the Demonstrating Independence Grant, and the José Blakely Memorial Grant. The AT Product Showcase serves as a curated catalog recommending specific assistive technology products organized into solution categories: Voice Control Solutions (via Amazon Echo, Google Home), Computer & Tablet Control (mouthstick, voice, eye gaze), Home Security & Door Control (Open Sesame, GoGo Gate, August, Ring), Television Control (Fire TV Cube, Xbox, Harmony Hub), Gaming Accessibility (Xbox Adaptive Controller, QuadStick), Mobile Phone Control (Tecla, Hawkeye Access, Switch Control), Home Temperature Control (Nest, Ecobee, Dyson), Smart Lighting & Switches (Philips Hue, Wemo, Lutron), Home Cleaning (Roomba), and Breathing Independence (Cough Assist). The foundation also provides free consultations and consulting services for hospitals, school districts, and companies globally. TSF has provided over $300,000 worth of assistive technologies helping over 100 people in 30 US states and 3 countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Assistive Technologies for All Grant (AT for All Grant) A grant program providing up to $2,500 for assistive technology devices, training, and installation for individuals with mobility impairments. Track 1 includes an AT Trainer guide with remote installation and training support, and Track 2 provides devices only for recipients able to self-install and operate independently.
• Demonstrating Independence Grant A TSF grant providing assistive technologies enabling recipients to control lights, TV by voice, and enable phone calls and other daily tasks for independent living. Recipients are selected on a rolling basis.
• José Blakely Memorial Grant An annual TSF grant created in memory of Microsoft's José Blakely, providing life-changing assistive technology to individuals with mobility impairments.
• Assistive Technology Consulting Services Paid consulting engagements delivered by TSF for hospitals, school districts, and companies worldwide, providing expertise in assistive technology implementation, accessibility training, and inclusive design feedback.
• Free AT Consultation A free consultation offering installation, setup, and use guidance on assistive technology for individuals and their families, including assistance with devices they may already own.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over $300,000 worth of assistive technologies provided to date
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration46 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• TeclacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2019Partnership since April 2019 to help more individuals access the Tecla device for controlling iOS devices and smart home technology. Tecla shares Tyler's story to encourage independence through assistive technology. TSF handles funding, installation and training for referred individuals. TSF also set up Tecla devices for MXT Reality and UW robotics lab.
• MXT RealitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Collaboration since beginning of 2019 on multiple projects including wheelchair training in virtual reality (allowing users to control virtual environment with existing drive controls), VR for stress/pain reduction, and virtual office concepts for controlling multiple computers through augmented reality.
• University of Washington Personal Robotics LabcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018Collaboration since 2018 on autonomous robot that can feed someone with motor impairments. Tyler served as 'community researcher,' piloting the robot, sharing expertise on design, recruiting participants, and recommending assistive technologies. Awarded Best Paper at 2023 HRI conference for their work.
• MicrosoftcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMultiple projects making Microsoft hardware and software accessible and inclusive, including two-day inclusive design sprints, 2019 Hack-a-Thon participation, and Xbox Adaptive Controller showcasing. Microsoft employees participated in United Way Day of Caring. Partnership on interactive product catalog for assistive technology.
• Harborview Medical Center Assistive Technology LabcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTyler Schrenk served as proud member of the Harborview assistive technology advisory board. Partnership on AT recommendations and accessibility initiatives.
• WATAP (Washington Assistive Technology Act Program)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTyler served on WATAP Advisory Council attending quarterly meetings. Collaborated on Seattle Inclusive Design Festival, updating WATAP's loaner device library, AT recommendations, and community events.
• nuMotionminorOthersnuMotion offered to replace wheelchair batteries at no cost when TSF was helping Marian Popa in Romania get a new power wheelchair.
• Skydive SnohomishminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHosted a fundraiser with Tyler jumping out of a plane to raise awareness for assistive technology and funds to help Jill McCulley begin using AT. Raised over $2,000.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Permobil: Manufacturer of power wheelchairs whose Bluetooth-enabled drive controls integrate with TSF's mobile and computer control solutions. Comparable as a strategic AT partner whose products enable TSF grant recipients.
• AbleNet: Assistive technology manufacturer of switches and accessibility devices (e.g., Blue2 Bluetooth Switch, Micro Light Switch) that TSF distributes to grant recipients. Comparable as a supplier of AT products that TSF integrates into its grant programs.
• Tobii Dynavox: Specialized assistive technology company producing eye-tracking and communication devices (Tobii Eye Tracker) used by TSF grant recipients. Comparable as a provider of AT products central to TSF's computer access solutions.

Broad incumbents

• Easterseals: Large national nonprofit providing disability services including assistive technology, therapy, and accessibility programs. Comparable as a multi-state disability organization with AT offerings, although broader in scope.
• Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA): Large national nonprofit serving people with neuromuscular diseases, many of whom experience mobility impairments requiring AT. Comparable as a disability-focused nonprofit that funds equipment, research, and care services, but with much broader disease scope.
• ALS Association: National nonprofit serving people with ALS and related motor neuron diseases, a population requiring extensive assistive technology. Comparable as a disability-grantmaking organization serving people with progressive mobility impairments.

Direct peers

• Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation: National nonprofit dedicated to curing spinal cord injury and improving quality of life for paralysis community. Direct peer because TSF explicitly cites the Christopher Reeve Foundation's 5.4M paralysis estimate and serves the same population with grants and resources.
• United Spinal Association: National disability rights and service organization serving people with spinal cord injuries and disorders. Direct peer because both organizations serve individuals with mobility impairments, including quadriplegics, and provide resources and advocacy.
• Paralyzed Veterans of America: Veterans service organization serving veterans with spinal cord injuries and disease. Direct peer because both target the paralysis/mobility-impairment population and provide AT-related resources and grants.
• WATAP (Washington Assistive Technology Act Program): Washington State Assistive Technology Act Program that Tyler Schrenk served on the Advisory Council for. Direct peer because both operate AT loan libraries, device recommendations, and consumer education in Washington State.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@TylerSchrenk/videos
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tyler-schrenk-foundation

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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