Fodac?
Who are we?
FODAC is a non-profit that recycles home medical equipment and assistive technology and is dedicated to those with medical needs.
Donating Money
Donations can be done through the FODAC website.
Where are we from?
Founded in Savanah, Georgia. Est. 1986.
Where we have gone
The organization (FODAC) has done work in every state and sent equipment to 78 countries.
What is provided
Where are we?
Nation Wide!
DAF Donations
Donor-Advised Funds (DAF) allow donors to make a charitable contribution and receive an immediate tax deduction.
Who qualifies for help?
Clients do not have to qualify financially but we place a priority on medically necessary and low-income individuals,
Hurricane Katrina
The organization added disaster relief after Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans in 2005.
Repairs
The FODAC Repair Shop provides low-cost repairs on wheelchairs and other HME even if you did not get the item from us.
There is a base fee of $25 for each repair. Some more expensive repairs/ replacements have additional charges. The most expensive being a new battery, costing $150-$300.
What do we provide?
Fodac provides over $10 million dollars annually in equipment and services to individuals with disabilities, which enhances their quality of live so they can attend school, keep jobs, and live independently.
Donating Equipment
Equipment can be donated at any FODAC center.
The three items in highest demand are Wheelchairs, Standers and Strollers.
Ed and Annie Burchart
The founders Ed and Annie Burchart started their work through Mount Carmel Christian Church. Collecting and then repairing equipment out of their garage for those in need.
Specific story 1
Male aged 21 immigrant with severe scoliosis.
FODAC was able to get him a bath chair. Along with finding him a wheelchair that could support the severe curve in his spine.
Host!
Individuals, groups and businesses can host a Home Medical Equipment (HME) drive for FODAC.
What is our mission?
Friends of Disabled Adults and Children exists to glorify God by enhancing the quality of life for those who are mobility-impaired due to any physical disability, illness, or injury.
Donating vehicles
Automobiles and Adaptive Vehicles can be accepted from anywhere in the U.S.
Please call 770-491-9014 ext. 146
Leadership
The leadership also changed in 2001 from the Founders to the current President, Chris Brand, who helped guide FODAC through tremendous growth and expansion of services and scope.
Specific Story 2
Woman's brother became paralyzed due to Guillain-Barre Syndrome.
FODAC was able to find her brother an $8000 sip and puff wheel chair. This chair uses a tube that controls the movement of the chair with air. The user blow into or from the tub to move themselves around.
Volunteer/ Sponsor
FODAC runs events that run with the help of sponsors and volunteers! The next event is a Run, Walk ‘n’ Roll Event – May 3rd, 2025
Our programs
Thrift Store
The FODAC Community Thrift Store is a destination for shoppers due to its large supply of furniture and housewares.
100% of proceeds support our goal to increase mobility and self-sufficiency for people with disabilities
What if I am foo far?
On FODAC's website there is a list of other access partners state wide to Georgia that can help.