Todd leaves a very long legacy of compassion, brotherhood, dedication and selfless giving. The following paragraphs are excerpts from Todd's Journey of Hope application.
When it comes to my expectations of the Journey of Hope as a whole I won't lie and say that I don't have high expectations, but I also won't say that I think the Journey of Hope is a gift handed to each rider. I have expectations that I will meet some incredible brothers. I expect that my mind will be opened even further towards people with disabilities. I also expect that I will get the chance to meet some amazing volunteers and people with disabilities. However, I realize that the Journey of Hope is what you make it.
Perhaps one of the greatest gains that I hope to get from the Journey of
Hope is to gain a deeper understanding of myself. I feel that in the last four
years at college my character has already developed fairly strong, however,
I will be the first to admit that I have much more to learn. I feel that an
experience like the Journey of Hope, one that challenges me physically and mentally
in many different ways, is the perfect means to gaining and achieving a greater
understanding of myself.
Todd's death has impacted the lives of thousands. His legacy will now impact
the lives of thousands more in many positive ways.
A memorial fund has been established in Todd's name at Push America. To make a contribution, please send checks to the Push America office, made payable to Push America. Please indicate in the memo section "In memory of Todd J. Porterfield."
"A Man for Others"
