The Bison Foundation
Our Mission
To enrich the day-to-day lives of the brain-injury community with strategies, improving the possibilities of their recovery.
From the founder, John Byler:
“I lay down near the fence for an hour napping, with the herd about a mile away. When I opened my eyes I sensed another presence, not in itself unusual out here on The Great Plains of central Kansas. But as I rose to my feet, I laughed … knowing that sometimes God uses unlikely messengers to tell us that everything is going to be all right.”
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Brain Injury Support: Operational & Neurological
Bison Braids
Teams of three to lovingly come and assist in the homes of those dealing with the effects of brain injury.
Retreat Center
A place for those dealing with brain injury to get away and be refreshed, renewed, and revived with comfort and peace.
John’s Story
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Brain Injury Support: Operational & Neurological
About our foundation
The Bison Foundation is a Christian, Mennonite-rooted organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by brain injuries. Grounded in compassion, faith, and community, the foundation seeks to walk alongside those on the journey of healing by offering practical help, emotional support, and spiritual encouragement. With a deep belief in the restorative power of music, the Bison Foundation integrates musical expression into its outreach, using it as a tool for comfort, connection, and hope. Through its work, the foundation strives to reflect Christ’s love and bring light to those navigating the challenges of brain injury.
How can you help?
If you have a passion for helping those dealing with brain injuries, please reach out to us to see how you can help. We are always seeking to expand our network so as to help more people and develop our programs more.
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There is hope for all.
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