Non-Profit Spot Light-SAWs Servants At Work, Inc.

By: Angela Arlington

HISTORY: Rik Hagarty founded Servants at Work (SAWs®) in 2003 toward the end of his career in the transportation and logistics industry. Rik conceptualized and led the expansion of SAWs across Indiana and into other states. His experience in business development, sales, and consulting has been instrumental to SAWs.

MISSION: SAWs is a faith-based nonprofit organization dedicated to providing freedom to people with disabilities in low-income households through the construction of wheelchair ramps to the exterior of their homes. “Our ramps serve as their gateways to the world, re-opening the possibility of connecting with neighbors and their larger community, Executive Director Bob Richmond explained. “Our ramps promote independence and dignity.”

SUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY: “At SAWs, we build freedom one ramp at a time,” Richmond said. “SAWS does not charge people with disabilities in low-income households for their ramps. We depend on the generosity of individuals, churches, corporations, grants, foundations, and nonprofit organizations to support our efforts.”

The ADA-compliant ramps provide access to the community for those who have been trapped inside their home due to a disability. SAWs has provided over 3000 ramps since 2003. Read many amazing stories about SAWs online at https://www.sawsramps.org/news/

VOLUNTEERS: Volunteers play a big part in the mission of SAWs. Bob shared, “Volunteers power our mission. Whether you can help build ramps, make phone calls to prospective recipients, or have other skills to share, we have a place for you. We welcome a diverse group of team-building partners that include businesses, churches, and service organizations. SAWs provides the on-site expertise, leadership, tools, and raw materials needed for the construction of a ramp, while the team provides the volunteers. Our team builds are popular because of their immediate, tangible impact on the lives of our clients and their caregivers.”

For more information or to find out about volunteering – call 317-844-7664 or email admin@sawsramps.org

TESTIMONIAL: “These people volunteer their time and compassion with so much enthusiasm! They made my life so much easier! The work is beautiful and so professionally done! I want to thank all of the volunteers who came to my home! You are truly servants of Jesus and a Godsend to me!” - Lisa D.