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
Bringing Mobility & Hope: Cane and Solar Player Mission in South Africa
February 27, 2025
In this powerful journey, You Cane Give embarked on a life-changing mission to deliver white canes and solar players to blind children across South Africa.
Covering over 3,000 miles, our dedicated team navigated challenging terrain and remote communities to provide essential mobility tools, ensuring that visually impaired children gain independence and accessibility.
This mission was more than just distributing canes—it was about empowerment, dignity, and inclusion.
From witnessing the sheer joy of a child using a cane for the first time to hearing the emotional reactions of teachers and caregivers, the impact was heartfelt and transformative.
Watch the video in our blog to hear a sample experiences of this incredible journey firsthand!
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
- ACB
- AIRA
- African Union of the Blind
- Ambutech
- Blind Abilities (South Africa)
- Brentwood Jewelers
- Church of the City (Franklin)
- ExpresArte Foundation
- HAVIN
- Infinite Abilities Africa
- Jamaica Society of the Blind
- Kenyan Union of the Blind
- Leaders for the Blind
- Latin Union of the Blind
- Lighthouse for the Blind (San Francisco)
- Lions Club of Donelson Pike (Nashville)
- Loving and Leading Others
- LS&S
- MegaVoice
- NFB
- Refuge Center for Counseling
- Southeastern Orientation and Mobility Association (SOMA)
- Vanderbilt Eye Institute
- World Blind Union
- Vision Without Barriers
ACB
AIRA
African Union of the Blind
Ambutech
Blind Abilities (South Africa)
Brentwood Jewelers
Church of the City (Franklin)
ExpresArte Foundation
HAVIN
Infinite Abilities Africa
Jamaica Society of the Blind
Kenyan Union of the Blind
Leaders for the Blind
Latin Union of the Blind
Lighthouse for the Blind (San Francisco)
Lions Club of Donelson Pike (Nashville)
Loving and Leading Others
LS&S
MegaVoice
NFB
Refuge Center for Counseling
Southeastern Orientation and Mobility Association (SOMA)
Vanderbilt Eye Institute
World Blind Union
Vision Without Barriers
