Stunts-Ability is a 501© (3) non-profit organization that trains amputees and people with disabilities for stunts, acting, and effects in the film industry and refers potential candidates to some of the biggest Production companies in Hollywood, while reaching out to disabled, special education, and troubled youth. Over the years, Stunts-Ability actors have performed at over 150 schools, hospitals, and special events. Smith says "We are not only trying to help the disabled break into the film industry, but we really want to educate and inspire the public about persons with disabilities by speaking at events to build solid role models" In recent years, it has placed over 40 of its people in movie and television projects; such as Predator 2, Terminator 2, Artificial Intelli-gence, Baywatch, and Star Trek - First Contact.

Stunts-Ability's newest program, Youth to Responsible Adults Program (Y.R.A.P.), works with students to show what they can do, not what they can't do. This hands-on acting/stunt program helps build confidence, self-esteem and discipline. One of the unique things about this process is that these kids find role models who have been where they have been and understand what these kids are going through. We want these kids to shoot for the stars, so they don't turn to drugs, alcohol and violence.

Stunts-Ability was founded by R. David Smith, a native San Diegan. Even though David was born missing the lower part of his left arm, it never stopped him from becoming stuntman and actor over 24 years ago. Along with some of Hollywood's top stunt coordinators, David offers professional training courses to all disabled and able-bodied participants.

Stunts-Ability's goals are to:

• Create a training opportunity for disabled individuals for the entertainment industry
• Place trained amputee stunt actors in movie and television roles
• Provide an outlet for disabled persons to share experiences and build self esteem
• Change attitudes and public perception about the disabled population
• Help troubled youths get off the streets, out of gangs, and into responsible lives

Among other accomplishments, Stunts-Ability has been honored by the California Governor's Committee. The Executive Director, Catherine Baird wrote, "…no professional organization in the entertainment industry or the disabled community has been able to do what Stunts-Ability has been able to accomplish."

Stunts-Ability is available to speak at your corporate event or school assembly. For more information on corporate events, click HERE. For more information on school assemblies, click HERE.