Who We Are
The You Cane Give Initiative (YCG) is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that provides canes, mobility training, and assistance to individuals all over the world.
Men, women, and children in over 30 countries have been impacted by YCG. Thank you for supporting our mission!
We Need Your Help
In countries like Mexico, China, India, and South Africa, people do not have access to the proper tools to empower independence and success. YCG collects donated canes to refurbish and deliver to individuals with vision impairments and vision loss all over the world. One donation can change the course of someone’s life.
Your Kindness Travels Far
Your donations impact the lives of people from all over the globe. YCG has donated canes to over 30 countries, and we hope to see that number grow!
Colombia
South Africa
Philippines
The YCG Impact
2,856+
Mobility Canes Donated
667+
Solar-Powered Audio Players Donated
36+
Countries Served
2,856+
Lives Changed
Get to Know Us
Co-founder James Boehm describes the You Cane Give Initiative in the video below.
Since 2015, YCG has set goals and celebrated many achievements. Learn more about our organization’s major milestones below.
Featured Blog Posts
🇿🇦 South Africa Trip Update
February 11, 2025
Today, Big Mike spent several hours sorting mobility canes and repacking the tiny car in preparation for the next leg of our journey.
🚗 Tomorrow, we visit the next school for the blind, followed by another school the day after. These back-to-back visits will take us to some of the most impoverished areas in the country, where we expect to encounter:
• 🚜 Potholes larger than the car
• 🐄 Cows, donkeys, goats, and pigs roaming the roads
• 🏚️ Mountains of litter and no sewage system
• 🧒 Children terrified of Sam, the guide dog
Everything that reflects the struggles of a failing society will be in full view.
💛 Bringing Light to Darkness
But amidst these harsh conditions, we also anticipate moments of pure joy as we present the young learners with New Mobility Canes and Solar-powered Bibles
UPDATE: 🌍 You Cane Give: South Africa Mission Update – Delivering Hope & Mobility
February 15, 202
Our journey across South Africa’s most remote regions has been nothing short of life-changing! 🚗💙 Over the past few weeks, our team has traveled hundreds of miles to deliver mobility canes and solar-powered audio Bibles to schools for the blind, empowering children with independence, confidence, and education.
From navigating rugged roads and unpredictable terrain to witnessing the pure joy of children receiving their first cane, this mission has been both challenging and deeply rewarding.
📽️ In this video, you’ll see:
✅ Schools for the blind receiving mobility canes
✅ Children’s emotional reactions & joyful songs
✅ Behind-the-scenes challenges & triumphs on the road….and more
You Cane Give Initiative – Empowering the Blind in Ethiopia
February 09, 2025
Over the past two years, the You Cane Give Initiative has passionately supported blind individuals in Ethiopia, ensuring they gain the tools needed for independence and mobility. Through Elsa and her organization’s annual trips, we have provided:
✅ White canes for enhanced mobility
✅ Solar-powered rechargeable guides with inspirational content
✅ The Bible in the native language for spiritual support
✅ Cane travel tips, empowering songs, and success stories
These assistive technologies and mobility aids empower visually impaired individuals to navigate their communities with confidence and freedom.
Recently, Elsa and James reflected on the profound impact of their efforts
Discover more YCG Stories - Visit our Blog Page!
We have so much to share with you. Discover our full collection of blog posts to learn more about YCG mission trips, cane donations, and the impact we are making across the globe!
Every Donation Counts
Send us your USED or SPARE EQUIPMENT and get $15 off on your next Kustom Cane order!
Do you have spare canes lying around, collecting dust? Not sure what to do with extra cane tips or spare parts? Donating your equipment couldn’t be easier. Simply package your equipment, attach this shipping label, and put it in the mail! This equipment will be donated to a visually impaired person in need. Thank you for your support!
Cane Recipient Testimonials
A Special Thanks to Our Sponsors
- LS&S
- Ambutech
- Latin Union of the Blind
- Kenyan Union of the Blind
- Refuge Center for Counseling
- Blind Abilities (South Africa)
- World Blind Union
- African Union of the Blind
- MegaVoice
- Church of the City (Franklin)
- NFB
- ACB
- Lions Club of Donelson Pike (Nashville)
- Lighthouse for the Blind (San Francisco)
- LS&S
- Ambutech
- Latin Union of the Blind
- Kenyan Union of the Blind
- Refuge Center for Counseling
- Blind Abilities (South Africa)
- World Blind Union
- African Union of the Blind
- MegaVoice
- Church of the City (Franklin)
- NFB
- ACB
- Lions Club of Donelson Pike (Nashville)
- Lighthouse for the Blind (San Francisco)
