Life-Changing Support for Families Facing Extraordinary Challenges
At Maddie's Miracles, we believe every child deserves comfort, dignity, and hope.
We are dedicated to improving the quality of life for children with profound special needs and the families who care for them. By providing life-changing home modifications, essential medical equipment, and vital support services, we help families facing the challenges of neuromuscular diseases, cerebral palsy, and other rare genetic disorders.
Caring for a child with complex needs can feel overwhelming—but families don’t have to walk this journey alone. Together, we bring relief, strength, and brighter tomorrows to local Berks County families in need.
Customized Home Modifications
From ramps to fully accessible bathrooms, we provide customized home modifications that make life safer, more comfortable, and more independent for children with special needs—helping families focus on what truly matters.
Accessible Vans & Equipment
Through donated handicap-accessible vans and vital medical equipment—wheelchairs, ceiling tracks, stairlifts, and more—we help families gain freedom, independence, and the confidence to care for their child with special needs, both at home and on the go.
Support Rooted in Love
Every miracle we deliver is personal. Inspired by Maddie’s story, we walk alongside families with compassion, understanding, and hands-on support—whether that’s providing therapy, benefits guidance, classroom assistance, or essential equipment and supplies.
Our Mission
is to improve the quality of life and outlook for children with profound special needs and their families which care for them.
Focusing on children suffering from debilitating neuromuscular diseases such as muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, and many other rare genetic disorders, we aim to provide life-changing home modifications, medical equipment and support services for families in desperate need of help. We understand the enormous stress and life-long challenges of caring for these children and seek to provide relief and make a real difference in the lives of local Berks County families in need. We want to help.
Upcoming Events
Be part of something bigger. Join us at our annual event to raise money towards helping the next nominated family!
Butterflies & Brews Festival
October 4th, 2025
— Brewing for a Cause with Maddie’s Miracles
Live music, food, drinks, raffles, and fun for all ages!
Butterflies & Brews
Visit our event page to learn more about our Annual Festival! Register as a food truck, brewery, distillery, winery, or craft vendor; sign up to volunteer; or discover sponsorship opportunities for your business.
A STORY THAT INSPIRED A MOVEMENT
Meet Maddie—The Heart Behind the Miracles
Maddie was born with a rare genetic disorder called Wiedemann-Steiner Syndrome. In her case, the impact has been profound—she’s nonverbal, tube fed, and unable to walk. But she’s also the reason Maddie’s Miracles exists.
For over 21 years, her family has faced the daily realities of caregiving: from specialized medical equipment and mobility devices to the everyday routine of care. Their journey opened their eyes to how fortunate they were—and how many families are out there without the same support.
Maddie’s life inspired a mission. Her story is the foundation of every miracle we make.
TESTIMONIALS
From Parents to Participants
Every miracle we create, every mile walked or pint poured, has a powerful story.
Hear from parents whose lives changed through Maddie's Miracles, and from those who support our mission through events like Walkathons and Butterflies & Brews. They remind us why we do this.
Miracles Performed
Maddie’s Miracles has supported families by providing essential services like wheelchair-accessible vans, home modifications, and medical equipment.
Each miracle is tailored to children with severe disabilities, enhancing mobility, safety, and peace of mind.
Our First Miracle Complete!
In 2019 the first miracle was completed by providing a life changing home modification.
Enzo’s Miracle Van
Before receiving help from Maddie’s Miracles, daily tasks like transportation were physically and emotionally exhausting.
Meet Our Team
Maddie’s Miracles was founded by Maddie’s devoted parents, Erik and Sue, who saw a profound need in the community. Over the years, our team has grown—allowing us to expand our fundraising efforts and bring hope and support to even more families in need.
- Erik Nordhoy, President
- Sue Nordhoy, Vice President
- Maren McGettigan, Treasurer & Director of Marketing, Events, Operations, and Fundraising
- Kareena Boers, Associate Director of Communications
Each miracle we deliver starts with our passion and commitment to the families we serve.
Nominate a Family
Know a family in need of a miracle? We want to hear their story.
Whether it's a wheelchair-accessible van, a home ramp, or vital medical equipment—we’re here to help.
Every Dollar Makes a Difference
Your gift doesn’t just go into a fund—it goes into a family’s life. When you donate to Maddie’s Miracles, you help build ramps, fund accessible vans, and provide medical equipment for children who truly need it. Big or small, your donation brings hope, relief, and real change.
Ready to be part of a miracle?
Thank you to our Sponsors!
A big thanks to our yearly sponsors for supporting our mission, we greatly appreciate all your support!
Together, We Can Create More Miracles
Every donation brings us one step closer to changing a child’s life. Whether it’s funding a wheelchair ramp, an accessible van, or vital medical equipment, your support helps families facing the unthinkable find comfort, mobility, and hope. Join us in making a lasting difference—one miracle at a time.
