About Mobility Worldwide Ohio
A small team of volunteers in Northeast Ohio building independence for people around the world, one cart at a time.
Our Story
Mobility Worldwide Ohio was founded as an affiliate of Mobility Worldwide, a national nonprofit dedicated to building hand-powered, all-terrain Mobility Carts for people in developing countries who are unable to walk. Operating out of our workshop at 1445 Commerce Dr. in Stow, Ohio, our volunteer team builds approximately 350 carts per year.
|
The Cart
Each Mobility Cart is a hand-cranked, all-terrain device designed specifically for unpaved roads and rugged conditions. Built from durable, locally sourced materials at a cost of just $400, every cart is engineered to give a person independence, dignity, and access to the things most of us take for granted: school, work, church, and medical care.
|
The Mission
Our carts are distributed through international partners to communities in need across Africa, Asia, and Central America. For someone who has spent their life crawling or being carried, a Mobility Cart is not just transportation. It is freedom.
|
Our Leadership Team
Stan Foraker Executive Director
Stan Foraker serves as Executive Director of Mobility Worldwide Ohio, leading the organization's mission to build and distribute Mobility Carts to people with leg disabilities around the world. Based in Stow, Ohio, Stan oversees operations, fundraising, volunteer coordination, and international distribution partnerships.
Stan brings more than 40 years of leadership in mortgage banking, most recently as Executive Vice President at First Commonwealth Bank and Senior Vice President at The Home Savings and Loan Company of Youngstown. He served as President of the Ohio Mortgage Bankers Association and has held board and leadership roles with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh and Christ Led Communities. A graduate of Mount Vernon Nazarene University, Stan regularly participates in international mission trips to connect with the communities the organization serves. He can be contacted at [email protected].
Stan Foraker serves as Executive Director of Mobility Worldwide Ohio, leading the organization's mission to build and distribute Mobility Carts to people with leg disabilities around the world. Based in Stow, Ohio, Stan oversees operations, fundraising, volunteer coordination, and international distribution partnerships.
Stan brings more than 40 years of leadership in mortgage banking, most recently as Executive Vice President at First Commonwealth Bank and Senior Vice President at The Home Savings and Loan Company of Youngstown. He served as President of the Ohio Mortgage Bankers Association and has held board and leadership roles with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh and Christ Led Communities. A graduate of Mount Vernon Nazarene University, Stan regularly participates in international mission trips to connect with the communities the organization serves. He can be contacted at [email protected].
Fred Gross Vice President and Cart Production Manager
Fred Gross has been a dedicated volunteer at Mobility Worldwide Ohio's Stow shop since January 2014, bringing a decade of committed service to the ministry. In 2017, he joined the board of directors and has since served as Vice President and Cart Production Manager, playing an instrumental role in shaping both the organization's leadership and its mission. Born in Poland to German Christian parents, Fred immigrated to the United States in 1952 and settled in St. Louis, Missouri. His degree in electrical engineering from Missouri S&T and successful career in computer-based process control systems have proven invaluable to Mobility Worldwide Ohio's operations. Fred and his wife Helga have been married for sixty years are blessed with three children and thirteen grandchildren.
Fred Gross has been a dedicated volunteer at Mobility Worldwide Ohio's Stow shop since January 2014, bringing a decade of committed service to the ministry. In 2017, he joined the board of directors and has since served as Vice President and Cart Production Manager, playing an instrumental role in shaping both the organization's leadership and its mission. Born in Poland to German Christian parents, Fred immigrated to the United States in 1952 and settled in St. Louis, Missouri. His degree in electrical engineering from Missouri S&T and successful career in computer-based process control systems have proven invaluable to Mobility Worldwide Ohio's operations. Fred and his wife Helga have been married for sixty years are blessed with three children and thirteen grandchildren.
Rick Beech Board Member
Rick Beech has been a proud Board Member of Mobility Worldwide Ohio since 2020, bringing a wealth of experience and passion for the organization's mission. A mechanical engineer by training, Rick built an impressive career spanning over 50 years in manufacturing, including as the owner of Marlin Tool Inc., where he designed and engineered precision tooling for major industries including automotive and aerospace. Rick and his wife Debbie have enjoyed 49 wonderful years of marriage and together are the proud parents of two sons and the delighted grandparents of four grandsons.
Rick Beech has been a proud Board Member of Mobility Worldwide Ohio since 2020, bringing a wealth of experience and passion for the organization's mission. A mechanical engineer by training, Rick built an impressive career spanning over 50 years in manufacturing, including as the owner of Marlin Tool Inc., where he designed and engineered precision tooling for major industries including automotive and aerospace. Rick and his wife Debbie have enjoyed 49 wonderful years of marriage and together are the proud parents of two sons and the delighted grandparents of four grandsons.
John Sinchok Board Member
John Sinchok is a seasoned professional in product development, retiring in 2024 after a 47-year career. Most recently, he served for 30 years as the Senior Vice President of Research and Development at the Step 2 Company, which he helped start in 1990. Since 2017, John has been involved with Mobility Worldwide Ohio, initially connecting through his church, Christ Community Chapel. His expertise led him to transition to the Mobility Worldwide corporate research and development team, where he served until spring 2024. John has been married to his wife Lori for 45 years; they have six children and twelve grandchildren.
John Sinchok is a seasoned professional in product development, retiring in 2024 after a 47-year career. Most recently, he served for 30 years as the Senior Vice President of Research and Development at the Step 2 Company, which he helped start in 1990. Since 2017, John has been involved with Mobility Worldwide Ohio, initially connecting through his church, Christ Community Chapel. His expertise led him to transition to the Mobility Worldwide corporate research and development team, where he served until spring 2024. John has been married to his wife Lori for 45 years; they have six children and twelve grandchildren.
Craig Anderson Board Member
Craig Anderson has been a volunteer with Mobility Worldwide Ohio since 2017, serving as Board President from 2019 to 2026 and continuing as a Board Member. His passion for the organization's mission was deepened through a distribution trip to Kenya, where he witnessed firsthand the life-changing impact of mobility chairs. Professionally, Craig built a career in leadership development consulting with hospitals and physician groups, and his Christian faith has been a cornerstone of his life — highlighted by 30 years of teaching sixth grade Sunday school. He and his wife of 54 years have raised four children and are blessed with 12 grandchildren.
Craig Anderson has been a volunteer with Mobility Worldwide Ohio since 2017, serving as Board President from 2019 to 2026 and continuing as a Board Member. His passion for the organization's mission was deepened through a distribution trip to Kenya, where he witnessed firsthand the life-changing impact of mobility chairs. Professionally, Craig built a career in leadership development consulting with hospitals and physician groups, and his Christian faith has been a cornerstone of his life — highlighted by 30 years of teaching sixth grade Sunday school. He and his wife of 54 years have raised four children and are blessed with 12 grandchildren.
Dale Rogers Board Member
Dale Rogers has been a Mobility Worldwide Ohio volunteer since August 2021 and joined the Board of Directors in 2022, also serving as Treasurer. After a 36-year career in retail leadership with companies such as Drug Emporium, Office Max, and JOANN Stores, Dale is now retired and devotes his time to serving others. He and his wife Criss are longtime members of Christ Community Chapel in Hudson, where he has served as a Deacon, reflecting a deep commitment to faith and community service.
Dale Rogers has been a Mobility Worldwide Ohio volunteer since August 2021 and joined the Board of Directors in 2022, also serving as Treasurer. After a 36-year career in retail leadership with companies such as Drug Emporium, Office Max, and JOANN Stores, Dale is now retired and devotes his time to serving others. He and his wife Criss are longtime members of Christ Community Chapel in Hudson, where he has served as a Deacon, reflecting a deep commitment to faith and community service.
Ralph Hickman Board Member
Ralph Hickman brings decades of hands-on experience in Mechanical Engineering and the Steel Industry. Drawing on that expertise, he founded Blaze Technical Services in 1996 — building it into a trusted name in the manufacture of temperature sensors for industries to include Aerospace and Automotive and becoming a cornerstone of the local community.
Since 2013, Blaze Technical Services has proudly served as the manufacturing home for Mobility Worldwide Ohio, hosting the organization's shop within their own facility. This long-standing partnership reflects the kind of commitment that defines everything Ralph and Blaze do — showing up, rolling up their sleeves, and making a difference in tangible, lasting ways.
But the story of Blaze Technical Services doesn't end on the shop floor. Ralph and his wife Candy have devoted their lives to serving others, pouring themselves into a wide range of ministries — both in their local community and across the globe. Their faith-driven generosity and servant hearts have touched countless lives and continue to be an inspiration to all who know them.
Ralph Hickman brings decades of hands-on experience in Mechanical Engineering and the Steel Industry. Drawing on that expertise, he founded Blaze Technical Services in 1996 — building it into a trusted name in the manufacture of temperature sensors for industries to include Aerospace and Automotive and becoming a cornerstone of the local community.
Since 2013, Blaze Technical Services has proudly served as the manufacturing home for Mobility Worldwide Ohio, hosting the organization's shop within their own facility. This long-standing partnership reflects the kind of commitment that defines everything Ralph and Blaze do — showing up, rolling up their sleeves, and making a difference in tangible, lasting ways.
But the story of Blaze Technical Services doesn't end on the shop floor. Ralph and his wife Candy have devoted their lives to serving others, pouring themselves into a wide range of ministries — both in their local community and across the globe. Their faith-driven generosity and servant hearts have touched countless lives and continue to be an inspiration to all who know them.
Pat Keating Board Member
Pat Keating is Of Counsel at the law firm of Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC where he has been practicing for over 40 years— bringing the same dedication and integrity to his professional life that he pours into his community. Pat has been a passionate and longtime board member of Mobility Worldwide Ohio for the past fiver years, where his leadership and commitment have helped drive the mission of bringing hope and freedom of movement to those in need. His investment in Mobility goes far beyond the boardroom — it reflects a genuine heart for service that he and his wife Diana carry into everything they do.Together, Pat and Diana are deeply involved in a wide range of civic and faith-based endeavors throughout Northeastern Ohio, making a meaningful impact in the lives of those around them.
Pat Keating is Of Counsel at the law firm of Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC where he has been practicing for over 40 years— bringing the same dedication and integrity to his professional life that he pours into his community. Pat has been a passionate and longtime board member of Mobility Worldwide Ohio for the past fiver years, where his leadership and commitment have helped drive the mission of bringing hope and freedom of movement to those in need. His investment in Mobility goes far beyond the boardroom — it reflects a genuine heart for service that he and his wife Diana carry into everything they do.Together, Pat and Diana are deeply involved in a wide range of civic and faith-based endeavors throughout Northeastern Ohio, making a meaningful impact in the lives of those around them.