Meet Gunnar Burns, a 16-year-old from Fredricksburg, VA, whose resilience and enthusiasm shine brightly at Project Rollway. After a spinal cord injury during a lacrosse game in May 2024, Gunnar has channeled his energy into recovery with determination and style.
Gunnar's hobbies reflect his dynamic personality—playing sports like lacrosse, swimming, and golf, hanging out with friends, and indulging in his passion for fashion through thrifting and designing clothes. He also loves listening to music and exploring new sounds.
Gunnar dreams of a future with a loving family of his own, complete with three kids. He envisions a world where experiments and research studies for spinal cord injuries are 100% successful, making life-changing care accessible to all.