Too many children with disabilities and vulnerabilities are overlooked. You can help change the story — from one of limitations to one of hope.
Children with disabilities and vulnerabilities are often left behind — misunderstood, underestimated, and unsupported. Families fight every day for access, dignity, and hope, often without a roadmap. This isn’t just a gap in care, it’s a gap in perspective.
Around the world, families are told what their child won’t be able to do, instead of being shown what they could do with the right support.
Nearly 1 in 6 children in the U.S. face developmental challenges, but many families lack access to coordinated, timely support. (CDC)
61% of specialty care centers report wait times between 4 months to 1 year for evaluations and access to services. (CMS)
98% of U.S. school districts report special education shortages (NCPSSERS).
Hope in Motion is a global movement by Kids on the Move to transform how the world supports children.
Partner with countries and care providers around the world to build custom solutions that work.
A flagship hub where children can thrive, families can learn, and global leaders can reimagine care.
We help families see what’s possible — then stay with them every step of the way.
Partner with countries and care providers around the world to build custom solutions that work.
A flagship hub where children can thrive, families can learn, and global leaders can reimagine care.
We help families see what’s possible — then stay with them every step of the way.
The first step isn’t concrete — it’s conviction. Phase 1 transforms how the world sees children with disabilities and vulnerabilities so every solution we create can take root in any culture, community, and family. Without this shift, Hope in Motion is a place. With it, Hope in Motion is a movement.
Secure a welcoming, centrally located site designed from the ground up for universal access, safe arrival, smooth navigation, and outdoor spaces where families can breathe, play, and belong.
At Kids on the Move, we asked: What if everything a child and family needs lived under one roof — and one team?
“If there was a place where we could take Azure that had all of his therapists and services in one place — and could also take his younger brother — it would be my dream come true.”
This is more than a facility. It’s a beacon of possibility — a place where care, inclusion, and research unite. Under one roof:
At the heart of Hope in Motion is a bold vision: replace shame and silence with voice and visibility — for every child, every family, every community. Building the campus is the start. Phase 3 makes sure what works inside our walls is shared far beyond them.
The best models lose power if no one sees them. When proven solutions are shared, one child’s progress can spark change for millions. Phase 3 turns Hope in Motion from a place into a movement.
Together, we won’t just build a building. We’ll build a future where hope moves everything.
"Every family comes to KOTM with a courageous story of hope and resilience, and from these stories, the vision for Hope In Motion was created."
Becoming a Hope in Motion Partner means making a deeper, sustained commitment to helping bring the $200M vision to life. You’re not just donating — you’re co-building the future.
As a partner, you might:
“Partners don’t just support the mission — they shape it.”
Too many children with disabilities and vulnerabilities are overlooked. You can help change the story — from one of limitations to one of hope. Too many families are told what their child can’t do. You can help change the story — from one of limitations to one of hope.
“Every family comes to KOTM with a courageous story of hope and resilience, and from these stories, the vision for Hope In Motion was created.”
Rachelle Rutherford, CEO of KOTM
Children with disabilities and vulnerabilities are often left behind — misunderstood, underestimated, and unsupported. Families fight every day for access, dignity, and hope, often without a roadmap.
This isn’t just a gap in care — it’s a gap in perspective. Around the world, families are told what their child won’t be able to do… Instead of being shown what they could do with the right support.
Nearly 1 in 6 children in the U.S. face developmental challenges, but many families lack access to coordinated, timely support. (CDC)
61% of specialty care centers report wait times between 4 months to 1 year for evaluations and access to services. (CMS)
98% of U.S. school districts report special education shortages (NCPSSERS).
We are raising $200 million to build the Hope in Motion Global Campus a first-of-its-kind flagship center that will:
“Across the world, care for children with disabilities is a patchwork nightmare where parents are forced to navigate a disjointed and daunting care system without support. Often, they are forced to make the impossible choice between their child’s education or vital therapy services. We’re ready to step in and help.”
Ryan Erickson, COO of KOTM
What if care wasn’t fragmented, but seamless? What if families didn’t have to search for answers, but instead were supported by a world-class team of experts working together to ensure every child’s success? Hope in Motion is redefining the standard of care — creating an integrated, collaborative model that transforms how children with developmental delays and disabilities receive support. This groundbreaking initiative is setting a new gold standard, uniting families, specialists, and resources to build a future where every child has the opportunity to thrive.
Rutherford is the strategic visionary and Chief Executive Officer of Kids on the Move (KOTM). A multifaceted and sophisticated businesswoman, she has led the trailblazing multimillion-dollar non-profit in its commitment to providing essential and comprehensive support, education, and therapies for children with delays and disabilities. Rutherford has now spent 20 years in executive leadership roles within the telecommunications, genealogy, real estate, health care services, and education industries. Her notable contributions lie in her perseverance to find impossible and impactful solutions. Rutherford is skilled at reverse-engineering goals by mapping out exactly what is required for a successful outcome.
To help raise $150M to expand KOTM’s support services and establish a state-of-the-art center, Rutherford has partnered with Forbes Books to author and publish Chasing The Impossible, a captivating exposé delving into Kids on the Move’s transformative work. With it, she uncovers the compelling stories of resilience and hope from children, families, doctors, and community members who tenaciously pushed forward when faced with impossible odds or challenges.
Her profound understanding of what it takes to overcome the impossible stems from her own journey as a survivor of abuse and trauma, which has shaped her philanthropic missions, her intuitive nature, and her steadfast leadership. As a CEO, mom, speaker, and philanthropist, Rutherford believes discipline is one of the highest forms of self-love, consistently putting in the necessary work every single day to provide impactful solutions for others, promote a balanced and holistic lifestyle, and create opportunities for continuous growth and empowerment around the world.
Ryan Erickson, the Chief Operating Officer of KOTM, brings extensive experience and a passionate commitment to nurturing innovation and growth. With over two decades spent as a thought leader and innovator across leadership roles in the medical, software start-ups, technical consulting, and information technology sectors, he has steered successful technology companies to new heights.
Ryan’s expertise is unparalleled. His dedication to mentoring entrepreneurs and CEOs in transforming ideas into reality speaks to his compassionate nature and deep-seated commitment to growth. Serving on several software and technical company boards, Ryan consistently helps these companies reach new heights.
At KOTM, Ryan is uniquely positioned to guide the organization into its next 40 years. His diverse skill set enables KOTM to not only meet current challenges with agility but also to strategically position itself for future growth under his committed leadership. Ryan continues to inspire hope and innovation, reinforcing KOTM’s status as a beacon of support and transformation for families everywhere.
Mat Datstrop, Chief Financial Officer at KOTM, truly embodies a blend of expertise and visionary leadership. Joining Kids on the Move in September 2019, Mat brought a rich history of accomplishments, having served as CFO for manufacturing and software companies. His successful track record includes starting and selling three businesses, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit and strategic insight. As a licensed CPA and a Six Sigma Black Belt, Mat’s skill set is uniquely suited to driving innovation and accuracy within financial processes. His passion for integrating technology and developing robust accounting systems positions KOTM for long-term success. In his role, Mat is deeply dedicated to creating sustainable impacts that will echo throughout KOTM for decades. His presence in the organization is marked by a steadfast commitment to fostering an environment of lasting change, ensuring families benefit from his transformative work well into the future.
